Delta Kappa Delta Final Quiz

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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?

October 1, 1999. Signup and view all the answers

What are the pillars of Delta Kappa Delta?

Community Service, Sisterhood, Education, Indomitable Spirit, and Culture. Signup and view all the answers

What are the colors of Delta Kappa Delta?

Violet, Black, and Silver. Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol of Delta Kappa Delta?

Diya. Signup and view all the answers

What is the mascot of Delta Kappa Delta?

Peacock. Signup and view all the answers

What is the flower of Delta Kappa Delta?

Lotus. Signup and view all the answers

What is the gem of Delta Kappa Delta?

Amethyst. Signup and view all the answers

List five items that appear on the crest.

Lotus, Diya, Ribbon, Vines, and a Flame/Torch. Signup and view all the answers

What was Delta Kappa Delta known as prior to receiving Greek status?

B.E.T.I.S. (Behind Every True Indian Sister). Signup and view all the answers

What are the six countries of the Indian subcontinent?

India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bhutan. Signup and view all the answers

List three things that would be considered hazing.

Creation of excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Alpha charter founded?

Texas A&M University, October 1, 1999. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Beta charter founded?

Texas Tech University, January 19, 2002. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Gamma charter founded?

The University of Texas at Austin, January 17, 2003. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Delta charter founded?

Temple University, July 30, 2004. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Epsilon charter founded?

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, September 30, 2006. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Zeta charter founded?

Baylor University, July 8, 2010. Signup and view all the answers

What is the GPA requirement to associate?

2.700/4.000, cumulative and term. Signup and view all the answers

When are weekly logs due and who do you submit them to?

Weekly logs are due every Friday at 12pm. They are submitted to our RA and CC'd to our Big Sister. Signup and view all the answers

What is your service hour requirement and what is the breakdown?

You must complete 15 hours total; 2 hours with the Associate Class, 5.5-6.5 hours with Sisters, and 5 hours of individual service. Signup and view all the answers

What is your fundraising goal and how much are your dues?

Fundraising Goal: $100. Dues: $60. Signup and view all the answers

How many socials are associates required to plan and attend?

Associates must plan and attend at least one 1-hour social per month. Signup and view all the answers

How many contacts are you required to have with your big sister?

Two contacts per week must be over the phone or in-person. Signup and view all the answers

How many interviews are you required to complete?

You are required to complete 2 local interviews and 2 national interviews. Signup and view all the answers

List all of the founders of the charter that you are associating for.

Sarah Ali, Sharon Jassar, Angela Philemon, Seetal Mamdani, Dhara Patel, Sonia Juma, Jainy Thomas, Nazia Ali, Alyna Nathoo, Jessley Varghese. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the sisters tuck in their gray Delta Kappa Delta shirts?

This is Delta Kappa Delta's official shirt and has the sorority's Greek letters and colors on it. The sisters want to represent themselves and their letters to the fullest. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the sisters throw parties?

Delta Kappa Delta feels that throwing parties would detract from the greater goal that the sisters as Delta Kappa Delta want to fulfill. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't the sisters associate themselves with alcohol?

The sisters felt that wearing our letters while under the influence of alcohol could misrepresent the values of the organization. Signup and view all the answers

What are Delta Kappa Delta's relations with other fraternities and sororities?

Delta Kappa Delta strives to maintain strong and dedicated relations with all Greeks based on respect and understanding. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Delta Kappa Delta a service sorority?

The ladies of Delta Kappa Delta had a vision to serve others and unite together as sisters. Signup and view all the answers

Why is child abuse prevention the philanthropy?

The philanthropy was chosen because child abuse is a widespread and often overlooked issue. Signup and view all the answers

Why are binders not shown to people outside the sorority?

Binders contain important and private information that holds the members together. Signup and view all the answers

How is Delta Kappa Delta different from other sororities?

Delta Kappa Delta incorporates cultural elements and focuses on service rather than traditional social functions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the association process and why is it open?

Delta Kappa Delta’s recruitment process is open to all individuals, promoting transparency and inclusiveness. Signup and view all the answers

What are interest groups?

Interest groups are a number of ladies desiring to establish a Delta Kappa Delta Associate Charter at their university. Signup and view all the answers

What does FIPG stand for?

FIPG stands for Fraternal Information and Programming Group. Signup and view all the answers

What does NAPA stand for?

NAPA stands for National APIDA Panhellenic Association. Signup and view all the answers

What is the open expansion policy?

The open expansion policy supports collaborative work and growth of the NAPA community. Signup and view all the answers

Name all of the National Board Members and their positions.

President - Priyanka Patel, Executive Vice President - Chandni Mahendru, Vice President of Expansion - Sanchita Chakraborty, Vice President of Finance - Asha Jain, Vice President of Internal Affairs - Kajal Patel, Vice President of Marketing - Joanne Mathew, Co-Vice President of New Membership Intake - Rupa Ravi & Manu Vadi, Vice President of Service - Sera Saju. Signup and view all the answers

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.