Jewels
The Jewel Compassion is dedicated to whom or what group in Delta?
The Founders
President and valedictorian of her graduating class; married a Founder of Omega Psi Phi
Edna Brown Coleman
Designed by Founder Madree Penn White, comprised of three Greek letters - Delta Sigma Theta
The Sorority Pin
Theme was “Sisterhood Called to Serve: Transforming Lives, Impacting Communities”
Cynthia M. A. Butler-McIntyre
The Sacred Vow
Membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a Lifetime Commitment
Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated where and n what year?
Washington, D.C.; in 1930
Who is our Regional Director?
Amaris Johnson
What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta?
New York City and Washington, DC
What are the Programmatic Thrusts?
Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, Political Awareness and involvement
Award honors work in field of civil rights and social injustice
The Mary Church Terrell Award
The Distinguished Professor Endowed Chair Award
Support and sustain the Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The Jewel Courtesy is dedicated to what group?
The Mothers of Delta members.
Teacher for more than 30 years then began a career in dramatics
Ethel Carr Watson
Replica of the sculpture Fortitude; unveiled at Howard University in 1979 as a tribute to the Founders
The Fortitude Pin
National Pan-Hellenic Council was formed
Anna Johnson Julian
The Goddess Minerva, the Goddess of Wisdom
Sorority Emblem
At what convention was Grand Chapter created?
1st National Convention
Who is our Regional Representative?
Jaylin Martin
I will endeavor to preserve my_______________
health, for however great one's mental and moral strength may be.....
This Honorary Member is a Special Correspondent for CNN.
Soledad O'Brian
She established the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy as a signature Delta Program
Marcia L. Fudge, 21st National President
The Osceola Award
A Tribute to the Arts
9th Jewel in the Sigma
Temperance
Helped lobby Delta Sigma Theta to participate in the March for Women's Suffrage
Jimmie Bugg Middleton
Designed by the Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University and adopted in 1920 at the 2nd National Convention
Pyramid Pin
Delta Five Point Project
Dorothy Irene Height
Scholarship, fellowship, service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble.
Pyramid Public Motto
At what convention was the Delta Hymn adopted?
6th National Convention
Which region are you seeking membership in?
The Southern
I will strive all the more__________________________
earnestly to reach the goal.
Name two programs under Economic Development.
Job Opportunity Project/Employement; Adopt a Business; Delta Habitat for Humanity; Financial Fortitude; Homeownership
Who is the Immediate Past National President?
Beverly E. Smith(2017-2021) or Cheryl A. Hickmon(November 2021-January 2022)
The Patricia Roberts Harris Award
Honors outstanding women in Government Service
7th Jewel of the Sigma
Justice
First Sergeant-at-arms of the Alpha Chapter
Frederica Chase Dodd
Handmade work of art that was created in recognition of contributors of $1,000 or more to the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF)
The Diamond Jubilee Pin
Focused on voting and equal rights of women, employment practice and purchases of war bonds and ambulances; involved in founding of Roosevelt College in Chicago, 1945
Mae Wright Williams
Which Honorary Member wrote the Delta Oath?
Mary Church Terrell
Who is the 1st National Vice-President & 2nd National Vice President?
1st National- CHERYL W. TURNER
2nd National- SADE RIED
Complete the following: I will never belittle_________________________________
any race, and will try to persuade others to take the same just stand.
Name two programs under International Awareness & Involvement.
The Delta House Mbabane, Swaziland; Thika Memorial Hospital in Nairobi; World Aids Day; International Day of Service; Adopt-a-child; Mission trips to African nations
She ushered in a new educational development initiative entitled Delta Academy II – Delta GEMS
Louise Allen Rice, 23rd National President
Honors outstanding professionals in the field of communications
The Lillian Award
What is the meaning of the Jewel Dedication?
To a noble cause is one of humanity's highest calling and an act of consecration
Born in Illinois; constant supporter of Alpha Chapter
Marguerite Young Alexander
Original work of art created as recognition for Sorors who contributed more than $2,200 or more towards the $1 Million Dollar Howard University Endowment Scholarship
Millennium Pin
2nd National Vice President office created
Helen Elsie Austin
Special membership category for all Deltas verified to be 62 years and older;
Delta DEARS (Dedicated-Energetic-Active-Respected-Sorors)
What are the five components of the Minerva Circle of Identity?
Sisterhood, Black, College, Educated, Women, Public Service
Who is the National Secretary?
Joi L. Moore
Name the writers of the Delta National Hymn.
Alice Dunbar Nelson & Florence Cole Talbert McCleave
Name two programs under Physical & Mental Health.
Summit V; My Cry in the Dark; Healthy Weight Program; Catching, Coping, and Conquering; The Total Woman: Mind, Body, and Spirit
She is known as “A Leader with a Servant’s Heart” and led Delta through tumultuous times.
Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre, 24th National President
What three (3) chapters sent representatives to participate in the 1st DST National Convention in 1919.
1) Alpha Chapter (Howard University), 2) Gamma Chapter (University of Pennsylvania), and 3) Epsilon Chapter (Ohio State University)
Name all of the Jewels in order
Compassion
Courtesy
Dedication
Fellowship
Fidelity
Honesty
Justice
Purity
Temperance
First Corresponding Secretary of Alpha Chapter; instrumental in integrating the Galveston Public School System
Jessie McGuire Dent
In spirit of sisterhood, 26th National President, Beverly E. Smith proudly announced the release of the Sorority's 50-year recognition pin and the launch of the 25-year pin in March 2019
Delta Anniversary Pin
Appointed to serve on several commissions by Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon
Jeanne L. Noble
Designed by Epsion Chapter, The Ohio State University and adopted in 1920 at the second National Convention.
Pyramid Pin
What are the three Rites of Passages
The Pyramid Induction Ceremony
The Initiation Ceremony
The Omega Omega Service
What National Officers are appointed for National Convention only?
National Chaplain
National Parliamentarian
National Sergeant-at-Arms
Bonded by devotion, may we always be
Beta Hymn
Name two programs under Political Awareness & Involvement.
Voter Education; Voter Registration; Public Policy; Delta Days in Nation's Capital; State and Local Days at the Capital
She established the Hazing Prevention Task Force and presented the Hazing Prevention Summit
Paulette C. Walker, 25th National President
Althea T.L. Simmons Award
Honors - Social Action Award
The Eighth Jewel in the Sigma
Purity
Lillian Pierce Benbow
15th National Presdient; Established the National Commission on Arts & Letters; Implemented the Delta Right to Read Project
The Sorority's most sacred trust
The induction of new members
Responsible for the application for technology for chapter operation, headquarters operation and efficient communication; On-Line Registration was implemented for the first time in our Sorority’s history for Regional Conference and National Convention registration ; The Science in Everyday Experiences (SEE) was funded
Gwendolyn Elizabeth Boyd, 22nd National President
The Sorority Flower
The purple violet
Supports and sustains commitment to HBCUs
Distinguished Professor Endowed Chair
Who is our National President?
Elsie Cooke-Holmes
Far in the distance is the goal for which we strive
Pyramid Hymn
Name three Honorary Members in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Varies: Nannie Burroughs, Gabrielle Pelham, Mary Church Terrell
Special empahsis on reclamation; Launched "Every Delta in the Delta House" DelShare Program; Designated the 1988-1990 biennium as "The Reclamation Era"
Yvonne Kennedy
Keeper of the Flame Award
Contributions to African American Heritage
What is the 7th Jewel in the Sigma and to whom is it dedicated?
Justice. The Jewel is dedicated to our ancestors, born slaves or freed to struggle, leaving a legacy of achievement in overcoming oppression in the cause of freedom and justice.
Mary McCleod Bethune was initiated in what year and at wht convention?
1923; 5th National Convention
Embodied in the virtues of the nine Jewels and the Delta Oath
Fundamental Principles
Who is the 13th National President credited with establishing Delta Teen Life? What are her contributions? Geraldine Pittman Woods; Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) (1967)
Geraldine Pittman Woods; Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) (1967)
Sorority Colors
Crimson and cream are the official colors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
Delta's Executive Director
Dorcas Washington
List 6 National Committees.
Varies
I would be true for there are those who trust me
I Would Be True
Write the mission statement of the sorority.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community.
Established the Delta Leadership
Academy & Published the first Delta Doctrine
Hortense Golden Canady, 18th National President
Minerva Award for Academic Excellence
Collegiate Chapter with the Highest GPA
What is the meaning of the Jewel Temperance and who is it dedicated to?
Temperance is self-restraint in conduct. This Jewel is dedicated to the National Staff.
Who is the 17th National President? What are her contributions?
Mona Humpries Bailey; Implementation of the Capital Fund Drive and the Campaign to "Burn the Mortgage" on National Headquarters
Complete the following statement: I will take an active interest in the welfare_________________________
of my country, using my influence toward the enactment of laws for the protection of the unfortunate and weak and for the repeal of those depriving human beings of their privileges and rights.
Who is the 18th National President credited with establishing the Delta Leadership Academy and publishing the first Delta Doctrine, which is…?
Hortense Golden Canady; the Delta Ritual, Pyramid Syllabus, and the Membership Intake Program.
What is Delta Sigma Theta's current National theme:
Forward with Fortitude: Engaging Our Sisterhood, Empowering Our Communities, Elevating Our Impact.
Honors work in the field of Civil Rights
Mary Church Terrell
List the 7 regions of the Sorority.
Central, Eastern, Farwest, Midwest, South Atlantic, Southern, Southwest
Oh Heavenly Father...
Delta Prayer
Delta GEMS; Delta Academy; National Library Porject; African-American Cultural Literacy; Delta Rigth to Read; Delta Youth Days int he Nation's Capital; The Book Mobile Project; Black College Convocation
Who is the 16th National President? What is her contribution?
Thelma Thomas Daley; Commissioned the Sculpture, Fortitude, on Howard Unviersity Campus
Clara M. Hale Humanitarian Award
Commemorates Honorary Member who established home for unwanted babies
Name the elements of the Minerva Circle of Identity.
Sisterhood, Black, College, Women, Public Service
Became a music teacher inthe Washington, DC school system
Olive Claire Jones
Rap Order for Meetings
1 Raps-Attention, Be Seated, End of Ceremony
2 Raps-Affirm the Sacred Vow, Affirm the Sacred Trust
3 Raps- Sorors stand
She established a partnership with Habitat for Humanity to build 22 affordable homes
Bertha Maxwell Roddy, 20th NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Respect & Recognition for the National President and Past National Presidents
When the National President and Past National Presidents enter a Delta assembly (open and closed) the membership stands and remains standing until these revered soarers are seated.
Honorary Member established home for unwanted babies
Clara M. Hale Humanitarian Award
Who is our National Treasurer?
ROSALYN L. GLENN
I will not shrink from undertaking what...
seems wise and good because handicaps or obstacles of any kind confront me; but striving to preserve a calm mind with a courageous spirit, barring bitterness from my heart, I will strive all the more earnestly to reach the goal.
Who designed the sorority crest?
It was designed by F. Ailene Marks and past National President Jeanette Triplett Jones
What 2 National Presidents were from the state of GA?
LOUISE ALLEN RICE
BEVERLY E. SMITH
Who is the President of the Rockford Alumnae Chapter of DST AND who is the Vice-President and Leader of the Minerva Circle?
President: Pamela Curry
V-P and LMC: Tiffani Weatherly