Delta Gamma History
What year was Delta Gamma founded?
1873
What is the name of Delta Gamma’s philanthropy?
Service for Sight
True or False: Not all people who are blind see complete darkness.
True
What is the Delta Gamma motto?
What do we recite at the beginning of every chapter?
Article II
What are the three colors of Delta Gamma?
Bronze, Pink, and Blue
Name one way Delta Gammas can serve the visually impaired community.
Examples: reading books aloud, volunteering, fundraising, assisting organizations, advocacy
What tool do many visually impaired people use to read?
Braille
What flower represents Delta Gamma?
Cream Colored Rose
Who is our current VP Foundations and Director of Anchor Games?
Ashley Price and Addy Cummins
What are the three Delta Gamma founders' names?
Anna Boyd Ellington, Eva Webb Dodd, and Mary Comfort Leonard
What foundation manages Delta Gamma’s philanthropy and grants?
The Delta Gamma Foundation
What animal is commonly trained as a guide animal for the blind?
Dogs
What is the Delta Gamma magazine called?
The Anchora
Myth or Fact: Guide dogs are pets first and helpers second.
Myth: Guide dogs are highly trained working animals that help their handlers navigate safely.
What is the Delta Gamma symbol that represents hope?
The Anchor
What is the mission of Service for Sight?
To support people who are blind or visually impaired through service, advocacy, and grants
What month is recognized as Blindness Awareness Month in the U.S.?
October
How many Do Good hours are each member supposed to earn a year?
8 hours
At what university was Delta Gamma founded?
Lewis School for Girls in Oxford, Mississippi
What year did Eta Omicron host their first Anchor Bowl?
2009
What time does Anchor Slam start on Thursday?
6:00pm
What law in the United States helps protect accessibility rights for people with disabilities, including those who are visually impaired?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Who is the Delta Gamma mascot?
The Hannah Doll
Who was the only male initiate of Delta Gamma?
George Banta