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A comprehensive overview of the history, traditions, and achievements of delta sigma theta sorority, inc., a prominent african american greek-letter organization. It covers the sorority's founding, key figures, symbols, programs, and involvement in social and political activism. The document delves into the sorority's structure, governance, and expansion, as well as its relationship with the national pan-hellenic council and other historically black greek-letter organizations. It also highlights the sorority's commitment to public service, educational development, and empowerment of the african american community. This resource would be valuable for students and researchers interested in the history and impact of african american fraternities and sororities, as well as those studying the broader social and political movements involving black women's organizations.
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Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated February 30, 1930. - ANSWER False, Jan 20 1930 The motto of Delta Sigma Theta is "Intelligence is the Torch of ..." - ANSWER Wisdom Delta Sigma Theta was founded by students who had earlier been initiated into... - ANSWER Alpha Kappa Alpha Who was named the 1st president of Delta Sigma Theta's Alpha Chapter? - ANSWER Myra Davis Hemmings The collegiate founders sought to move towards social activism and greater public service, rather than social activities. - ANSWER True Less than 2 months after the sorority's founding, Delta Sigma Theta women began their political activism by participating in the historic 1913... - ANSWER Women's Suffrage March, March 13 1913 On December 28, 1947, which expansion program was formally adopted and copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta? - ANSWER Jabberwock Delta Sigma Theta uses the 5-Point Thrust as an organizing structure as it creates programs to benefit the African American community. What does the 5-Point Thrust consist of? - ANSWER a) physical and mental health b) educational development c) economic development d) political awareness and involvement e) international awareness and involvement The purpose of May Week is... - ANSWER To emphasize the importance of higher education in the community, especially for black women Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is the 1st and one of only 3 African American organizations with the NGO special consultative status with the United Nations - ANSWER True is for girls (ages 11 - 14) who demonstrate the potential for success, but may not have support systems or access to financial resources. Participants are exposed to math, science,
technology, and non-traditional careers. Sessions may also include service learning activities, field trips and book clubs. - ANSWER Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy was designed to help sorority members and local communities to attain personal wealth and financial security. It was established as a result of increasing unemployment, Social Security debts, and the widening gap between wealth and poverty - ANSWER Financial Fortitude Delta Sigma Theta is a non-profit organization - ANSWER True is an outgrowth and continuation of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy Program. It was created to assist in facilitating the dreams and goals of at risk, adolescent African American girls, aged 14-18 - ANSWER Delta GEMS Delta DEARS - ANSWER Dedication Energetic Active Respecte d Sorors What does the The Pyramid Pin represen t? - ANSWER Mind Body and Spirit What does The Diamond Jubilee Pin represent - ANSWER Contributions of $1000 or more to the Delta Research and Educational Foundation What does the The Sorority Pin represent? - ANSWER Founder Madree Penn White Compromise of three Greek Letters: Delta, Sigma, & Theta What does The Fortitude Pin represent? - ANSWER A tribute to the founders The Sorority Flower - ANSWER African Violet Pyramid Flower - ANSWER Peppermint Carnation Sorority Colors - ANSWER
Skylynn Hayes Mission Statement - ANSWER Delta sigma theta sorority inc. is an organization of college educated women committed to the development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the black community At what national convention was the grand chapter established - ANSWER 2nd convention Nine jewels - ANSWER Compassion, Courtesy, Dedication, Fellowship, Fidelity, honesty, Justice, purity, temperance What is the purpose of the National Vigilance Committee - ANSWER Stay participating/active in civil rights and political movements because of how they affect the black community The jewel of compassion is dedicated to - ANSWER Founders Which honorary member wrote the delta oath - ANSWER Mary Church Terrell What 3 chapters were in attendance at the first national convention - ANSWER Alpha, epsilon, gamma Name the elements of the Minerva circle - ANSWER Sisterhood, women, public service, black college Who designed the Sorority Crest? - ANSWER Madder penn white
Born in El Paso, Texas; featured in the Crisis Magazine in 1913; reporter for Alpha Chapter. - ANSWER Zephr Chisom Carter First of the Founders to enter into the Omega Omega Chapter on Feb. 17, 1919 - ANSWER Mammie Reddy rose First sergeant-at-arms of the Alpha Chapter; charter member of the Dallas Alumnae Chapter - ANSWER Frederica Chase Dodd First custodian (historian) of the Alpha Chapter; was the first Black social worker with New York City and New York County charities. - ANSWER Winona Cargile Alexander Presented First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt to parents at the John Wesley AME Zion Church in 1945; had interactions with multiple U.S. Presidents including William H. Taft and John F. Kennedy. - ANSWER Florence Letcher Toms Accomplished pianist who taught school in Washington, D.C. - ANSWER Olive Claire jones The first vice president of Alpha Chapter; first Black teacher in Richmond County, N.Y.; charter member of the Queens Alumnae Chapter - ANSWER Ethel cuff black Served as the recording secretary of the Alpha Chapter; taught at Claflin College in Orangeburg, s.C. - ANSWER Edith Motte Young Founder who selected the Delta mottoes; an acclaimed actress and Directress of the America Negro Theater. - ANSWER Osceola Macarthy Adams
Pauline oberdorfer minor First president of the Alpha Chapter; was an active member of the NAACP and the National Council of Negro Women. - ANSWER Myra Davis hemmings President and national treasurer of the National Association of College Women; Dean of Girls at the Black High School in Raleigh, N.C. - ANSWER Jimmie Bugg Middleton Name the writers of the Delta Sigma Theta National Hymn. - ANSWER Florence Colbert talbert and Alice Dunbar Nelson What were the first two graduate (now called alumnae) chapters authorized by Delta Sigma Theta? - ANSWER NYC and Washington DC What is the purpose of Jubilee Year established in 1929? - ANSWER To make inactive members active again and rededicate to delta Name the four funds established under First National President Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander. - ANSWER Housing Fund, sinking Fund, Scholarship Fund, College Tuition Fund. How many principles provide the overall framework for all of the initiation activities? - ANSWER 9 Who was the first Honorary Member initiated into Delta Sigma Theta? - ANSWER Nannie H. boroughs
At what convention was Mary McLeod Bethune initiated? - ANSWER 5th The Jewels representing the Nine Cardinal Virtues are located on which Greek letter on the Delta Pin? - ANSWER Sigma Complete the following statements from the Delta Oath: I will close my ears - ANSWER Name the immediate Past National President of the Sorority - ANSWER Cheryl Hickmon List the seven regions of the Sorority: - ANSWER A. Central B. Eastem C. Farest D.Midwes t E.Southe m F. SouthA tlantic G. Sovthw estem Name the location of four of the international chapters of the Sorority. - ANSWER A. Island of Bermuda В. Kenya C. south africa D. Angola