Deep Founder History
At which university was Theta Phi Alpha nationally founded on August 30, 1912?
University of Michigan
What flower serves as the official floral symbol of Theta Phi Alpha?
The white rose
What university is home to the Alpha Mu chapter of Theta Phi Alpha?
Northern Kentucky University (NKU)
What is the official title of Theta Phi Alpha's national quarterly publication?
The Compass
Which famous "unsinkable" ocean liner tragically sank on its maiden voyage in April 1912, just months before Theta Phi Alpha was founded?
The RMS Titanic
How many total women are recognized as the national Founders of Theta Phi Alpha?
10 women (comprising 8 alumnae and 2 undergraduates)
What animal was officially adopted as the fraternity mascot in 1987
The penguin
What two Greek letters designate the NKU chapter?
Alpha Mu
Around what date each spring do chapters across the nation gather to celebrate Founders' Day?
April 30th
Who was the President of the United States when Theta Phi Alpha was founded in August 1912?
William Howard Taft
What priest, serving as the pastor of the student chapel at the University of Michigan, originally helped guide the founding of Omega Upsilon (the local organization that became Theta Phi Alpha)?
Father Edward D. Kelly (aka Daddy Kelly)
What are the two official jewels of Theta Phi Alpha, featured on the member badge
Sapphire and Pearl
In what year was the Alpha Mu chapter officially chartered at Northern Kentucky University?
1974 (specifically August 15, 1974)
Saint Catherine of Siena serves as the patron saint of the fraternity. What date is her official feast day on the calendar?
April 29th (the day before Founders' Day)
Released in 1912, Oliver Twist became the first feature-length narrative motion picture ever produced and distributed in which country?
The United States
Who was the 1898 alumna who served as the primary leader and first National President among the founders, guiding the transition from Omega Upsilon to Theta Phi Alpha?
Amelia McSweeney
What geometric navigation symbol is used as the official national symbol of Theta Phi Alpha, and also serves as the title of the national fraternity magazine?
The Compass
Alpha Mu is part of which designated geographical region/district within Theta Phi Alpha's national structure?
Region 3 (or District 3)
What major global event caused the postponement of the 1918 National Convention?
World War I (and the 1918 flu pandemic)
Which famous American cookie brand was first introduced by Nabisco in March 1912?
Oreo
Name at least two of the other official founders besides Amelia McSweeney.
Mildred M. Connely, May C. Ryan, Selma Gilday, Camilla Ryan Sutherland, Helen Ryan Quinlan, Katrina Caughey Ward, Dorothy Caughey Phalan, Otilia Leuchtweis O'Hara, or Eva Stroh Bauer Everson
New Mexico and which other southwestern state were officially admitted to the Union in 1912, bringing the US flag to 48 stars?
Arizona