Jewels
This Jewel is the steadfast devotion and faithful commitment we give to purposes larger than ourselves, and is dedicated to the Honorary Members
What is Fidelity? 5th Jewel
Commissioned by the Sorority and
unveiled at Howard University in 1979.
What is the Fortitude Pin?
One Rap
What is attention, be seated, or end of Ceremony;
Delta’s first Christmas Party was held during this National President’s tenure.
Who is Dorothy Penman Harrison?
This jewel is dedicated to the National Officers, Past and Present, who have guided the organization.
What is Honesty? 6th Jewel
Embodied in the virtues of the
nine Jewels and the Delta Oath
What are the Fundamental Principles?
Scholarshipl, fellowship, service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble.”
Pyramid Public Motto
Deltas contributed more than $3,000 to the nine Negro students in Little Rock, AR in the year, which is the 1st year the Christmas Party was held
What is 1957?
“___________ is the common spirit of Sisterhood.” This Jewel is dedicated to the many chapters of Delta Sigma Theta.
What is Fellowship? 4th Jewel
Designed by Madree Penn White and comprised of the three Greek letters, ∆ (Delta), Σ (Sigma), ϴ (Theta).
What is the Sorority Pin?
Two Raps
Affirm the Sacred Vow, or Affirm the Sacred Trust;
A cultural and fundraising activity. It seeks to render an entertainment of the highest caliber. The proceeds usually are given to charity, for scholarships or to a worthy cause.
What is Jabberwock?
Created in recognition for contributions of $1000+ For DREF. Can be worn as a pendant.
What is the Diamond Jubilee Pin?
The Goddess Minerva, the Goddess of Wisdom
Sorority Emblelm
A period in May of each year when chapters emphasize scholastic achievement.
What is May Week?
Designed by Epsilon Chapter, Ohio State Universitiy and adopted in 1920 at the 2nd National Convention
Pyramid Pin
Three Raps
What is Sorors stand
Set aside by chapters during the months of January, February and March for Sorors to rededicate themselves to the ideals and purposes of the Sorority.
What is Founders Day?