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What does Delta refer to in Delta Upsilon?
What does Delta refer to in Delta Upsilon?
Delta
What does Upsilon refer to in Delta Upsilon?
What does Upsilon refer to in Delta Upsilon?
Upsilon
Which of the following are principles of Delta Upsilon Fraternity?
Which of the following are principles of Delta Upsilon Fraternity?
What is the Code of Conduct for a Delta Upsilon brother?
What is the Code of Conduct for a Delta Upsilon brother?
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What is the Greek alphabet?
What is the Greek alphabet?
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When was Delta Upsilon founded?
When was Delta Upsilon founded?
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Where was Delta Upsilon founded?
Where was Delta Upsilon founded?
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Besides the four principles, what was Delta Upsilon founded on?
Besides the four principles, what was Delta Upsilon founded on?
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What was Delta Upsilon's first name?
What was Delta Upsilon's first name?
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What does 'social' in Social Fraternity mean?
What does 'social' in Social Fraternity mean?
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What was the Anti-Secret Confederation and when was it established?
What was the Anti-Secret Confederation and when was it established?
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What was the first motto of the ASC?
What was the first motto of the ASC?
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At the 1852 convention in Vermont, what motto replaced the first?
At the 1852 convention in Vermont, what motto replaced the first?
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When did Delta Upsilon stop 'battling' secrecy?
When did Delta Upsilon stop 'battling' secrecy?
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How many chapters closed during the Great Depression?
How many chapters closed during the Great Depression?
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Who was Gus White?
Who was Gus White?
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What does the Convention Banneret represent?
What does the Convention Banneret represent?
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What does the Assembly Banneret represent?
What does the Assembly Banneret represent?
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What does the Crest or Coat of Arms feature?
What does the Crest or Coat of Arms feature?
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What is the Badge of Delta Upsilon?
What is the Badge of Delta Upsilon?
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What are the features of the Shield of Arms?
What are the features of the Shield of Arms?
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What does the Crest symbolize?
What does the Crest symbolize?
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What is the Torse and Mantling?
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What is the motto of Delta Upsilon?
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Study Notes
Delta Upsilon Overview
- Delta Upsilon consists of two Greek letters, Delta and Upsilon.
- Founded on November 4, 1834, at Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts.
Principles of Delta Upsilon
- Four key principles are promoted:
- The Promotion of Friendship
- The Advancement of Justice
- The Diffusion of Liberal Culture
- The Development of Character
- Founded on non-secretive, non-hazing values with a commitment to spirited brotherhood based on merit.
Foundational Information
- Initially named The Social Fraternity, emphasizing the importance of social interactions and community improvement.
- The Anti-Secret Confederation was established in 1847, representing a collective of non-secret fraternities.
Motto and Secrecy
- Original motto of the ASC: Ouden Adelon, meaning "Nothing Secret."
- At the 1852 convention, Dikaia Upotheke, translating to "Justice, Our Foundation," replaced the first motto, giving rise to the name Delta Upsilon.
- In 1879, the fraternity officially shifted from battling secrecy to a policy of non-secrecy.
Responses to Historical Challenges
- Zero chapters closed during the Great Depression, showcasing resilience.
Notable Figures
- Gus White was an African-American delegate from Brown Chapter in 1956, faced discrimination from the fraternity. He excelled academically and professionally, receiving significant accolades including a Bronze Star for his military service.
Symbols and Banners
- Convention Banneret features five rings representing the first five provinces and a tree symbolizing chapter relationships.
- Assembly Banneret includes five crowns representing the first five officers; features a chevron for the corporate function.
- Crest and Coat of Arms include bannerets with the monogram and founding dates of Delta Upsilon.
- Badge features a monogram combining Delta and Upsilon with Greek letters, uniform across chapters.
Additional Elements
- The shield of arms contains seven stars and a balanced scale, symbolizing justice and balance.
- Torse and mantle represent parliamentary robes in blue and gold, indicating dignity and tradition.
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Description
Explore the history and principles of Delta Upsilon, a fraternity founded in 1834. This quiz covers its core values including friendship, justice, culture, and character development, alongside its non-secretive ethos. Learn about its foundational moments and significant changes over the years.
