DST Questions and Answers Latest Version 100% Pass

DST Questions and Answers Latest Version 100% Pass When date Delta Sigma Theta Founded ? January 13, 1913 On what campus was Delta Sigma Theta founded on? Howard University What are DST's Principles? Sisterhood, Scholarship , Service DST is apart of what council NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) How many collegiate women founded DST? 22 What is DST Motto?? "Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom" Delta Sigma Theta was founded by 22 students who had earlier been initiated into what sorority? AKA Delta Sigma Theta felt Alpha Kappa Alpha was solely a female derivative of Alpha Phi Alpha with no individual meaning true Who was named first president of Delta Sigma Theta's Alpha Chapter Myra Davis Hemmings The 22 collegiate founders sought to move towards social activism and greater public service, rather than social activities. true What was the first public act performed by the Delta Founders? Women's Suffrage March in Washington D.C., March 1913 Where was the second (Beta) chapter of DST ? Wilberforce University February 5, 1914 Where was the third (Gamma) chapter of DST ? University of Pennsylvania 1918 where was the fourth (Delta) Chapter of DST? University of Iowa , April 4, 1919 at the where was the fifth(Epsilon) Chapter of DST? Ohio State University, November 19, 1919 On December 28, 1947, which expansion program was formally adopted and copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta? Jabberwock What are the 5 point thrust 1. Physical and Mental Health 2. Educational Development; 3.Economic Development 4.Political Awareness and Involvement 5.International Awareness and Involvement What is the purpose of May Week? To emphasize the importance of higher education in the community, especially for Black women Which Soror was the first Black woman member of the U.S. Congress, the first African American and first woman to run as a major party candidate for the presidency of the United States. Shirley Chisholm Which Soror at age 26 became the first Black woman neurosurgeon in the United States. She specializes in pediatric neurosurgery Alexa Canady what are the official colors of DST Crimson and Cream What is DST official flower? African Violet Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is the first and one of only three African-American organizations with the NGO special consultative status with the United Nations True What are the names of the homes that Delta Sigma Theta offers affordable apartments for senior housing in the northeast area of Washington, D.C. Delta Towers I Delta Towers II ______ is for girls (ages 11 - 14) who demonstrate the potential for success, but may not have support systems or access to financial resources. Participants are exposed to math, science, technology, and non-traditional careers. Sessions may also include service learning activities, field trips and book clubs. Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy What was designed to help sorority members and local communities to attain personal wealth and financial security. It was established as a result of increasing unemployment, Social Security debts, and the widening gap between wealth and poverty ? Financial Fortitude Delta Sigma Theta is a non-profit organization true What is the outgrowth and continuation of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy Program. It was created to assist in facilitating the dreams and goals of at-risk, adolescent African-American girls, aged 14-18. Delta Gems What do the purple and gold varieties signify to DST? A special bond with the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. What is the Delta Sigma Theta mission statement? Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. A sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately Black college educated women, the Sorority currently has over 900 chapters located in the United States, England, Japan (Tokyo and Okinawa), Germany, the Virgin Islands, Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Republic of Korea. When was the USF Kappa Iota Chapter founded May 31 1973 What soror is the reason why the elephant is associated with Delta Sigma Theta? Florence Letcher Toms (She collected them) Who is our brother fraternity? Omega Psi Phi What is our symbol? Fortitude What is fortitude? Stands to inspire women to move forcefully forward to meet life's challenges What are the 9 jewels? 1.Compassion 2. Fellowship 3. Justice 4. Courtesy 5. Fidelity 6. Purity 7. Dedication 8. Honesty 9. Temperance When was DST incorporated? 1930 What does Crimson and Cream symbolize? Purity, Courage, Wisdom What is Delta Sigma Theta's symbol and what does it mean? Fortitude it means : strength, courage, hope, wisdom, and beauty and femininity; to move forcefully to meet the challenges in life.