History
Who is the founder of Beta Sigma Phi?
Walter W. Ross
How long does a Special Committee exist?
Until it accomplishes its task or until the president dissolves it.
What is the significance of the torch?
It signifies learning.
Name three Beta Sigma Phi contests which are announced in The Torch.
Short story contest, poetry contest, publicity contest, Valentine contest, and yearbook contest.
What is the name of our chapter?
Colorado Preceptor Alpha Iota.
Where was Beta Sigma Phi founded?
Abilene, Kansas
What are the three types of active membership in Beta Sigma Phi?
Active, leave of absence, member at large.
What is the flower, the colors, and the fruit of Beta Sigma Phi?
The yellow rose, black and gold, and the strawberry.
What is the Beta Sigma Phi motto in both Latin and English?
Vita, Scientia, Amicitia or Life, Learning, Friendship.
When is a member of this chapter declared inactive?
When absent from 3 consecutive meetings without sufficient excuse.
Why was Beta Sigma Phi formed?
To help women during the depression to learn and to socialize.
How many cultural programs should our chapter have each year and about how long should each program last?
One for each meeting lasting 15 to 20 minutes each.
What is the first great lesson of the sisterhood of Beta Sigma Phi?
Love.
Where can you find the Programs A La Carte outlines to help you in putting together your cultural program for a sorority meeting?
In the March issue of The Torch.
When is the chapter's birthday celebrated?
April 1.
Who was the first honorary member of Beta Sigma Phi?
Sally Rogers McSpadden.
What is the official publication of Beta Sigma Phi and how often is it published?
The Torch and it is published 7 times annually.
Who is Diotima?
The wise woman of Mantanea, reputed to be teacher of Socrates and prophetess who taught about the art and mystery of love.
What is the date of the first Beta Sigma Phi Founder's Day?
April 30, 1932.
What Preceptor Alpha Iota sister was born in Canada?
Darlene Jeffrey.
What year was the Educational Foundation formed?
1932.
Are members voted on for initial membership, progression, and transfer in Beta Sigma Phi?
They are voted on only for initial membership.
Why was the name Beta Sigma Phi chosen for our organization?
The three Greek words for life, learning, and friendship (our motto) begin with the Greek letters Beta, Sigma, and Phi.
Repeat the Greek alphabet.
Alpha, beta, gamma, delta, epsilon, zeta, eta, theta, iota, kappa, lambda, mu, nu, xi, omicron, pi, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon, phi, chi, psi, omega.
What Preceptor Alpha Iota sister has held a pilot's license?
Tara Kirkpatrick.