Beliefs
Purpose of Kappa Delta Sorority
The purpose of Kappa Delta Sorority is to promote true friendship among the college girls of our country by inculcating into their hearts and lives those principals of truth, of honor, of duty, without which there could be no true friendship.
What are the three branches of Kappa Delta's confidence platform?
Encouraging confidence in chapter members;
Celebrating confidence in women;
Encouraging confidence on campus and in communities
Translation of Ta Kala Diokomen
Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest.
What are Kappa Delta's colors?
Olive Green and Pearl White
What is our local chapter name?
Epsilon Upsilon
Kappa Delta Vision Statement
Kappa Delta Sorority provides experiences that build confidence in women and inspire them to action through the power of lifelong friendship
What are our two national philanthropies?
Prevent Child Abuse America and Girl Scouts of the USA
What date was Kappa Delta Founded?
October 23, 1897
What is Kappa Delta's mascot?
Teddy Bear
When was our chapter founded?
March 7, 1981
Kappa Delta Object
The object of Kappa Delta Sorority is the formation and perpetuation of good fellowship, friendship and sisterly love among its members; the encouragement of literature and education the promotion of social interest; and the furtherance of charitable and benevolent purposes.
What are the two international holidays that Kappa Delta created to celebrate women and girls? When are they celebrated?
International Women's Friendship Month (September)
International Girls' Day (Nov. 14)
Kappa Delta was founded at State Female Normal School. What is the current name of the school? Name the city and state in which the school is located.
Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia
What are Kappa Delta's jewels?
Emeralds, pearls, diamonds
What national division are we in?
18
Kappa Delta Mission Statement
Kappa Delta Sorority is a national organization for women committed to:
Encouraging members to live with integrity and honor in the bonds of lifelong friendship;
Building confidence in members to help them excel in college and throughout their lives;
Inspiring members to be active leaders, responsible citizens and engaged members of the community; and
Providing opportunities and experiences that foster personal and professional growth for a lifetime
What is the Kappa Delta Foundation and how is it supported?
The Kappa Delta Foundation secures funds for the educational, leadership and charitable purposes of Kappa Delta Sorority. The Foundation is supported through member donations.
What are the names of our 4 founding members?
Lenora Ashmore Blackiston
Sara Turner White
Julia Gardiner Tyler Wilson
Mary Sommerville Sparks Hendrick
What are Kappa Delta's symbols?
Nautilus shell, dagger, diamond shape
Who is the national executive director of the Kappa Delta Foundation?
Maggie Waples
Creed of Kappa Delta Sorority
May we, sisters in Kappa Delta, strive each day to seek more earnestly the honorable and beautiful things.
May we each day though love of those within our circle learn to know and understand better those without our circle.
May the diamond shield that guards our love find us each day Truer, Wiser, More Faithful, More Loving and More Noble.
What is the Golden Circle and who is a part of it?
The Golden Circle is comprised of all collegiate chapters that have donated to the Kappa Delta Foundation. As members of the Golden Circle, each member contributes a minimum of $12 annually to the Foundation in support of its leadership, educational and philanthropic initiatives.
Name the 8 positions of National Council and who is serving in them?
National President: Susan Stockton
National Vice President: Emily Ulmer Feinstein
National Vice President-Membership: Courtney Hicks Dickey
National Vice President-Collegians: Laura Beth Hansen McKew
National Vice President-Alumnae: Tove Thomas
National Vice President-Finance: Sarah Smith Dubbert
National Panhellenic Conference Delegate: Julie Landgren Johnson
Executive Director: Maggie Waples
What are the 5 areas of concentration that make up chapter excellence?
Leadership and Financial Stewardship
Member Development
Membership
Philanthropy and Community Engagement
Social Responsibility and Safety
Who can be a member of the confidence coalition?
Any person who is committed to building confidence in women and girls.