Under her leadership, Delta Sigma Theta purchased the National Headquarters building in Washington, D.C.
Who is Big Sister Past National President Dorothy Irene Height ?
100
This pin was designed by Big Sister Madree Penn White. It is comprised of 3 Greek letters: Delta, Sigma, Theta, and contains 9 jewels in the Sigma.
What is the Sorority Pin ?
100
This is the official flower of the Sorority.
What is the violet? Note: In lieu of fresh violets, purple African violets and artificial violets are appropriate.
100
This is the Sorority emblem.
What is the goddess Minerva ?
100
This program occurs during January, February, or March and allows Sorors to rededicate themselves to the ideals and purposes of the Sorority.
What is Founders Day ?
200
She established the Five-Point Program (renamed the Five-Point Programmatic Trust) related to library service, job opportunities, community service, the international project and mental health.
Who is Big Sister Past National President Dorothy Irene Height?
200
This pin was designed by the Epsilon Chapter and adopted in 1920.
What is the Pyramid Pin ?
200
This is the pyramid flower.
What is the peppermint carnation ?
200
This is the Sorority public motto.
What is Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom ?
200
This period allows chapters to emphasize scholastic achievements, educational opportunities, and the encouragement of higher scholarship. It also highlights the year's programs and progress.
What is May Week ?
300
She held the 1st Delta Christmas Party in December 1957 where she addressed the issue of civil rights, the personal sacrifices of the "Little Rock Nine", and the responsibility to the democratic method of achieving human rights for all people.
Who is Big Sister Past National President Dorothy Penman Harrison ?
300
This pin was commissioned by the Sorority and unveiled at Howard University in 1979.
What is the Fortitude Pin?
300
These are the official sorority colors.
What are crimson and cream ?
300
This is the Sorority Vow.
What is Membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a Lifetime Commitment ?
300
This event is a combination of cultural and fundraising activities. It seeks to render entertainment of the highest caliber while raising money for a worthy cause of scholarship.
What is Jabberwock ?
400
She was the first black woman to become a tenured professor at New York University (NYU).
Who is Big Sister Past National President Jeanne L. Noble ?
400
This pin recognizes a contribution of $1,000 or more to the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF). It was only available through April 30, 1988.
What is the Diamond Jubilee Pin?
400
These are the only anchoring colors of the sorority.
What are black and white ?
400
This is the pyramid motto.
What is Scholarship, Fellowship, Service and a desire to attain all that would ennoble ?
400
Some chapters showcase this program with a combination of public meetings, corporate workshops, and social events.
What is May Week ?
500
She remained prominent after her presidency as the President of the National Council of Negro Women and as the leading female voice of the 1960's civil rights movement. She was eulogized by President Obama in April 2010.
Who is Big Sister Past National President Dorothy Irene Height ?
500
This pin recognizes Sorors who contributed $2,200 or more towards the $1,000,000 Howard University Endowment Scholarship. It was only available through 2004.
What is the Millennium Pin?
500
These are the parts of the official seal.
What are the circular engraving with Delta Sigma Theta Grand Chapter surrounding the crest and under the crest is 1913 ?
500
These are the 5 parts of the Sorority Crest.
What are Minerva, the Shield (bearing the torch, sword, staff, and Greek letters), the Sword, the Staff, and the Laurel Wreath ?
500
This activity includes a series of skits enhanced by lighting, staging, and costumes.