Questions and Answers
What is SDT's National Founding Date?
March 25, 1917
At what school was SDT founded?
Cornell University
How many national founders do we have?
7
Who are SDT's seven founders (DAMGIRL)?
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Who is SDT's Ritualist (and the only man to ever wear the torch pin)?
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What is SDT's Flower?
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What is SDT's Jewel?
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What is SDT's Mascot?
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What is SDT's Motto (in Latin)?
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What are SDT's National Philanthropies?
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What does the SDT Diamond stand for?
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What do the SDT Pearls stand for?
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Who is the current SDT National President?
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Why was SDT founded (mission statement)?
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Study Notes
Sigma Delta Tau Overview
- Founded on March 25, 1917, at Cornell University.
- National organization with 7 founders known for their individual contributions.
Founders of Sigma Delta Tau
- Dora Bloom Turteltaub: Known as "the leader."
- Amy Apfel Tishman: Recognized as "personality-plus coed."
- Marian Gerber Greenberg: Esteemed as "the brain."
- Grace Srenco Grossman: Labeled "campus queen."
- Inez Dane Ross: Identified as "the sophisticate."
- Regene Freund Cohane: Dubbed "the activity girl."
- Lenore Rubinow: Known as "the idealist."
Key Symbols and Colors
- Flower: Golden Tea Rose.
- Colors: Cafe au lait and Old Blue.
- Jewel: Lapis Lazuli.
- Symbol: The Torch.
- Mascot: Teddy Bear.
Motto and Ideology
- Latin Motto: Patriae Multae Spes Una.
- English Translation: "One Hope Among Many People."
- Mission: To enrich women’s college experiences, foster friendships, and support personal growth while upholding ethical standards.
Philanthropic Focus
- National Philanthropies include Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), Jewish Women International, and Women to Women International.
Academic Standards
- National and local GPA requirement: 2.5.
Leadership and Structure
- Current National President: Michelle Carlson.
- Ritualist: Nathan Caleb House, notable as the only man to wear the torch pin.
Organizational Communication
- National Magazine: The Torch.
- Formal meeting oath emphasizes sisterhood and gratitude for the organization’s values.
Chapter and Membership Information
- Chapter Name: Delta Nu.
- Member of the founding class at Stevens Institute.
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