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What are the colors of Sigma Delta Tau?
What is the mascot of Sigma Delta Tau?
Teddy Bear
What is the jewel of Sigma Delta Tau?
Lapis Lazuli
What is the motto of Sigma Delta Tau?
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Who is considered the leader among the founding sisters?
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Who is known as 'The Brain' among the founding sisters?
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What are the keys to sisterhood?
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The Alpha chapter is at Cornell University.
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When was Sigma Delta Tau founded nationally?
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What is on the back of the membership pin?
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Which chapter is known as the Beta Chapter?
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Study Notes
Colors
- Cafe Au Lait and Old Blue represent the official colors of Sigma Delta Tau.
Mascot
- The organization's mascot is a Teddy Bear.
Jewel
- Lapis Lazuli is the recognized jewel of Sigma Delta Tau.
Motto
- "One hope of many" serves as the guiding motto.
Founding Sisters
- The sorority was founded by seven sisters:
- Dora Bloom Turteltaub
- Amy Apfel Tishman
- Marian Gerber Greenberg
- Grace Srenco Grossman
- Inez Dane Ross
- Regene Freund Cohane
- Lenore Rubinow
Leadership
- Dora Bloom Turteltaub is noted as "the leader" of the founding group.
Notable Founders
- Amy Apfel Tishman is known for her "Personality plus."
- Marian Gerber Greenberg is referred to as "the Brain."
- Grace Srenco Grossman is recognized as the "Campus Queen."
- Inez Dane Ross is dubbed "the Sophisticate."
- Regene Freud Cohane holds the title "Activity Girl."
- Lenore Rubinow is called "the Idealist."
Keys to Sisterhood
- Trust: Faith in each other.
- Unity: Together as one.
- Respect: Unconditional understanding.
Greek Alphabet
- Key letters include:
- Alpha (A)
- Beta (B)
- Gamma (Γ)
- Delta (Δ)
- Epsilon (E)
- Zeta (Z)
- Eta (H)
- Theta (θ)
- Iota (Ι)
- Kappa (K)
- Lambda (Λ)
- Mu (M)
- Nu (N)
- Xi (Ξ)
- Omicron (O)
- Pi (Π)
- Rho (Ρ)
- Sigma (Σ)
- Tau (T)
- Upsilon (Υ)
- Phi (φ)
- Chi (χ)
- Psi (Ψ)
- Omega (Ω)
Founding Dates
- Local founding date: October 12, 1991.
- National founding date: March 25, 1917.
Chapters
- First chapter: Alpha Chapter at Cornell University.
- Local Chapter is Gamma Phi.
- Nationally, important chapters include Beta Chapter at the University of Pennsylvania and Gamma Chapter at The Ohio State University.
Crest Details
- The symbol that crosses the crest is a sword and shovel.
Favorite Greek Letters
- The favorite Greek letters associated with Sigma Delta Tau are ΣΔΤ, ΓΦ, and ΒΑ.
SHARPPS
- SHARPPS represents:
- Sisterhood pearl
- Health and social awareness pearl
- Alumni pearl
- Retreat pearl
- Panhellenic pearl
- Philanthropy and community service pearl
- Scholarship diamond
Ceremonial Content
- Oath of Reaffirmation emphasizes bonds of sisterhood and gratitude.
- The oath is recited during every chapter meeting.
- Motto in Latin: "Patrie Multae spes una."
Leadership
- Local adviser: Jim Sheen.
- National adviser: Megan Lily.
National Leadership
- National President: Michele Carlson.
- Current Eboard includes:
- President: Alexis Heinz
- VP: Nicole DiLillo
- VP of recruitment: Ashley Rodriguez
- New member educator: Arantsa Medina
- Secretary: Amanda Tyrie
- VP of scholarship: Sonia Deel
- Treasurer: Jenna Caciolo
- Philanthropy: Danielle Hafner.
Traditions and Songs
- The Bombers represent the spirit of Sigma Delta Tau, dating back to 1944.
- Newest chapter: Delta Xi at Rowan University.
- Sister chapter: Alpha Theta at the University of Maryland College Park.
- Sweetheart Song highlights romantic themes associated with Sigma Delta Tau.
Poetry and Symbolism
- Friendship Poem describes the deep bonds formed among sisters.
- Edelweiss symbolizes loyalty and harmony among members.
Panhellenic Conference
- Sigma Delta Tau joined the Panhellenic Conference in 1951.
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