Jewels
National Presidents
Protocol and Traditions
Protocol and Traditions
100

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.

100

Who is the 7th national president and what was their term?

7th NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Vivian Osborne Marsh, 1935 – 1939

100

Name the Sorority Flower and Sorority Colors.

PURPLE VIOLET
The official Sorority colors are Crimson and cream

100

When was the Fortitude pin revealed?

Howard University in 1979

200

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.

200

Who is the 8th national president and what was their term?

8th NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Helen Elsie Austin, 1939 – 1944

200

Who designed the pyramid pin?

Designed by Epsilon Chapter, The Ohio State University

200

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)

300

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.

300

Who is the 8th national president and what was their term?

9th NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Mae Wright Peck Williams, 1944 – 1947

300

Who designed the sorority pin?

Designed by Founder Madree Penn White

300

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