Delta Sigma Theta Study Flashcard Pack

A collection of flashcards covering key facts and elements about Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

Founding Date

January 13, 1913

Founded At

Howard University, Washington D.C.

Number of Founders

22 collegiate women

National Incorporation Date

January 20, 1930

First Public Act

Women's Suffrage March, March 3, 1913

Colors of Delta Sigma Theta

Crimson & Cream

Crimson Represents

Courage, Strength, Power

Cream Represents

Purity, Peace, Wisdom

Flower

African Violet (represents femininity & growth)

Mascot

Elephant (trunk up = strength, high morals)

Symbol/Statue

Lady Fortitude

Lady Fortitude Represents

Strength, Courage, Hope, Wisdom

Motto

Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom

Publication/Magazine

The Delta Journal

Council Affiliation

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC / Divine Nine)

Core Values

Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service, Social Action

Five Point Programmatic Thrust

1. Economic Development, 2. Educational Development, 3. International Awareness & Involvement, 4. Physical & Mental Health, 5. Political Awareness & Involvement

Famous Delta - Shirley Chisholm

First Black woman in Congress

Famous Delta - Angela Bassett

Actress

Famous Delta - Patricia Roberts Harris

First Black woman in U.S. Cabinet

FAMU Chapter Name

Beta Alpha

Charter Date for Beta Alpha

January 30, 1937