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What is the purpose of Delta Kappa Delta?
Delta Kappa Delta Sorority, Inc. commits itself to the fostering of a united sisterhood, the development of indomitable spirit, the betterment of the community through humanitarian services, and the education of ourselves and others about the Indian sub-continental culture.
What is the motto of Delta Kappa Delta and who is its author?
I slept and dreamt that life was joy, I awoke and saw that life was service, I acted, and behold, service was joy - Rabindranath Tagore.
Name the National Founding Mothers of Delta Kappa Delta.
Celine Xavier, Siby Philip, Dimple Patel, Neha Shah, Sheila Krishan, Preya Batra, Sylvia Kalluvilayil, Meenal Patel, Hiral Shah, Nisha Sidhwani, Nisha Kalluvilayil, Christina Thomas, Rachel Gupta.
What is the official founding date of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What are the pillars of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What are the colors of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What is the symbol of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What is the mascot of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What is the flower of Delta Kappa Delta?
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What is the gem of Delta Kappa Delta?
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List five items that appear on the crest.
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What was Delta Kappa Delta known as prior to receiving Greek status?
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What are the six countries of the Indian subcontinent?
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List three things that would be considered hazing.
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When and where was the Alpha charter founded?
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When and where was the Beta charter founded?
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When and where was the Gamma charter founded?
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When and where was the Delta charter founded?
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When and where was the Epsilon charter founded?
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When and where was the Zeta charter founded?
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What is the GPA requirement to associate?
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When are weekly logs due and who do you submit them to?
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What is your service hour requirement and what is the breakdown?
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What is your fundraising goal and how much are your dues?
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How many socials are associates required to plan and attend?
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How many contacts are you required to have with your big sister?
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How many interviews are you required to complete?
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List all of the founders of the charter that you are associating for.
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Why do the sisters tuck in their gray Delta Kappa Delta shirts?
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Why don't the sisters throw parties?
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Why don't the sisters associate themselves with alcohol?
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What are Delta Kappa Delta's relations with other fraternities and sororities?
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Why is Delta Kappa Delta a service sorority?
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Why is child abuse prevention the philanthropy?
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Why are binders not shown to people outside the sorority?
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How is Delta Kappa Delta different from other sororities?
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What is the association process and why is it open?
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What are interest groups?
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What does FIPG stand for?
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What does NAPA stand for?
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What is the open expansion policy?
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Name all of the National Board Members and their positions.
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Study Notes
Purpose of Delta Kappa Delta
- Committed to fostering united Sisterhood and indomitable spirit.
- Focuses on community betterment through humanitarian services.
- Aims to educate about the Indian subcontinental culture and promote cultural enrichment.
Motto of Delta Kappa Delta
- "I slept and dreamt that life was joy, I awoke and saw that life was service, I acted, and behold, service was joy." – Rabindranath Tagore.
Founding Mothers
- Founders include Celine Xavier, Siby Philip, Dimple Patel, Neha Shah, Sheila Krishan, Preya Batra, Sylvia Kalluvilayil, Meenal Patel, Hiral Shah, Nisha Sidhwani, Nisha Kalluvilayil, Christina Thomas, and Rachel Gupta.
Founding Date
- Delta Kappa Delta was founded on October 1, 1999.
Pillars of Delta Kappa Delta
- Underlined by Community Service, Sisterhood, Education, Indomitable Spirit, and Culture.
Colors and Symbols
- Official colors are Violet, Black, and Silver.
- Symbol is a Diya; mascot is a Peacock; flower is a Lotus; gem is Amethyst.
Crests and Emblems
- Crest includes five items: Lotus, Diya, Ribbon, Vines, and a Flame/Torch.
Historical Context
- Previously known as B.E.T.I.S. (Behind Every True Indian Sister) before receiving Greek status.
Indian Subcontinent Countries
- Six countries are India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Hazing Definition
- Considered activities include creating excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, and engaging in morally degrading games.
Charter Foundations
- Charters established at various universities:
- Alpha: Texas A&M University, October 1, 1999
- Beta: Texas Tech University, January 19, 2002
- Gamma: University of Texas at Austin, January 17, 2003
- Delta: Temple University, July 30, 2004, and others up to Purdue University on December 9, 2021.
Service and Fundraising Requirements
- Associates must complete 15 service hours, complete at least one social per month, and fundraise a minimum of $100.
- Weekly logs are due Fridays at 12 PM.
Communication with Big Sisters
- Required to have two contacts per week, in-person or via phone.
Interviews
- Mandated to complete two local and two national interviews with sorority sisters.
Unique Aspects
- Delta Kappa Delta is a service sorority prioritizing community service over social events, disallowing alcohol to maintain integrity and uphold sorority values.
- Strives for positive relations with all Greek organizations and promotes a culture of respect and understanding.
Philanthropic Focus
- Child abuse prevention was chosen to raise awareness of an often-overlooked issue, emphasizing the importance of protecting the future generation.
Association Transparency
- Delta Kappa Delta's association process is open, contrasting with practices of secrecy in some other sororities.
Governance and Advocacy
- FIPG refers to the Fraternal Information and Programming Group.
- NAPA stands for National APIDA Panhellenic Association, which promotes collaboration and open expansion policies in Greek life.
National Board Members
- President: Priyanka Patel
- Other key positions include Executive Vice President, Vice President of Expansion, and Vice President of Marketing, among others.
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This quiz serves as a study guide for the Delta Kappa Delta Sorority's final assessment. It focuses on the purpose and values of the sorority, emphasizing sisterhood, community service, and cultural education. Test your knowledge about the essential principles and mission of Delta Kappa Delta.