OFFICIAL DELTA SYMBOLS, INSIGNIA, COLORS AND REGALIA
What is the Goddess Minerva. the Goddess of Wisdom?
the Sorority Emblem
This is the specific primary ritual ceremony performed by Sorors during Founders Day observances.
Rededication Ceremony
Who is the 7th National President and what years was she in office?
Vivian Osborne Marsh, 1935-1939
Name all Nine Cardinal Virtues.
Compassion, Courtesy, Dedication, Fellowship, Fidelity, Honesty, Justice, Purity, Temperance
What region is Mu Iota a part of?
Dynamic Southern Region
What does the red and white candle represent?
Torch of Wisdom and Fundamental Principles
What Delta Program is set aside by chapters during January, February, and March for Sorors to rededicate to the ideals and purposes of the Sorority?
Founders Day
This president focuses on voting and equal rights for women and minorities and fair employment practices.
Mae Wright Downs Peck Williams
What is the first Jewel, its meaning and who is it dedicated to?
Compassion, the essence of the human spirit.
Dedicated to the Founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
What region is Japan in?
Fabulous Farwest Region
What pin was commissioned by the Sorority and unveiled at Howard University in 1979?
Fortitude Pin
This traditional program often serves as the culminating event of the year for some chapters.
May Week
The event to declare the Sorority debt-free of the National Headquarters was organized by this President, whose name is often associated with the phrase "Burned the Mortgage.
Dorothy Penman Harrison
This jewel is dedicated to the Honorary members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.
Fidelity
What are all the seven regions of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated?
Central, Eastern, Farwest, Midwest, South Atlantic, Southern, Southwest
What does Two Raps mean?
Affirm the Sacred Vow, Affirm the Sacred Trust
This is the specific term for the traditional Delta activity that often includes entertainment and is a key source of funds for community programs.
Jabberwock
Which Past National President formalized Delta's service model with the Delta Five-Point Project and professionalized the staff by hiring the First Executive Director?
Dorothy Irene Height
What is the fourth jewel, its meaning and who is it dedicated to?
Fellowship, the common spirit of sisterhood.
Dedicated to the many chapters of Delta Sigma Theta.
What states make up the Midwest region?
Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Ontario, Canada, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Who designed the Sorority Crest?
Delta member F. Ailene Marks and Past National President Jeannette Triplett Jones, both of Lambda Chapter
This crucial political initiative, aimed at expanding civic engagement, was supported by the 1957 Christmas giving theme in Albany, GA.
Delta Christmas Party
Bonus Question: Can anyone name the current National Executive Committee
National President and Chair of the Board of Directors: Cheryl W. Turner
National First Vice President: Rosie Allen-Herring
National Second Vice President: Courtney Taylor
National Secretary: Wendy J. Johnson
National Treasurer: Rosalyn L. Glenn
What are Jewels 4-6 and who are they dedicated to.
Fellowship is dedicated to the many chapters of Delta Sigma Theta.
Fidelity is dedicated to the Honorary members.
Honesty is dedicated to the National Officers, past and present, who have guided the orginization.
What are all seven regions and their names?
Historic & Dynamic Eastern Region
Mighty Midwest Region
Dynamic Southern Region
Charismatic & Courageous Central Region
Sensational South Atlantic Region
Blazing Southwest Region
Fabulous Farwest Region