Jewels
What is the first Jewel and who is it dedicated to?
The first Jewel in the Sigma is compassion.
This Jewel is dedicated to the founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Who is the 7th national president and what was their term?
7th NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Vivian Osborne Marsh, 1935 – 1939
Name the Sorority Flower and Sorority Colors.
PURPLE VIOLET
The official Sorority colors are Crimson and cream
When was the Fortitude pin revealed?
Howard University in 1979
I would look up and laugh, and love, and lift
I Would Be True
What is the second Jewel and who is it dedicated to?
The second Jewel in the Sigma is Courtesy.
This Jewel is dedicated to the mothers of Delta members.
Who is the 8th national president and what was their term?
8th NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Helen Elsie Austin, 1939 – 1944
Who designed the pyramid pin?
Designed by Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University
Why was the Diamond Jubilee pin created?
Created in recognition of contributions of $1,000 or more to the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF)
When daylight dies and o'er us calm is hovering come to us then and whisper words of peace
Delta Prayer
What is the forth Jewel and who is it dedicated to?
The Fourth Jewel in the Sigma is Fellowship.
This Jewel is dedicated to the many chapters of Delta Sigma Theta.
Who is the 8th national president and what was their term?
9th NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Mae Wright Peck Williams, 1944 – 1947
Who designed the sorority pin?
Designed by Founder Madree Penn White
What are the three rap orders?
One Rap - Attention, Be Seated, End of Ceremony
Two Raps - Affirm the Sacred Vow, Affirm the Sacred Trust
Three Raps - Sorors Stand
Oh Heavenly Father our on us thy spirit
Delta Prayer
What is the fifth Jewel and who is it dedicated to?
The Fifth Jewel in the Sigma is Fidelity.
This Jewel is dedicated to the Honorary Members.
Under whose leadership was the first doctrine published and Leadership Academy established?
Hortense Golden Canady
What is May Week?
this is a period in Pay of each year when chapters emphasize scholastic achievements, educational opportunities and the encouragement of higher scholarship.
How does someone become an honorary membership?
Or the dream girl of A Phi A, she may wear a Kappa diamond
Sweetheart Song
What is the sixth Jewel and who is it dedicated to?
The Sixth Jewel in the Sigma is Honesty.
This Jewel is dedicated to the National Officers, past and present, who have guided the organization.
List the 13th through 19th National Presidents by name and date of service.
13) Geraldine Pittman Woods
14) Frankie Muse Freeman
15) Lilian Pierce Benbow
16) Thelma Thomas Daley
17) Mona Humphries Bailey
18) Hortense Golden Canady
19) Yvonne Kennedy
What is Jabberwock?
This is an extravaganza in which the local groups are invited to participate. It is a cultural and fundraising activity. The proceeds are given to charity, for scholarships, or to a worthy cause.
What are the five point programatic thrust (and name one a Kappa Chapter event that falls under each)
Economic Development
Educational Development
International Awareness and Involvement
Physical and Mental Health
Political Awareness and Involvement
Make us to know the richness of thy love, help us to live as ideal Delta's should
Delta Prayer