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Delta Sigma Theta

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (ΔΣΘ)

Chapter Designation: Upsilon Delta
Nickname: Deltas, DST

Motto: Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom
Colors: The official sorority colors are Crimson and Cream, representing courage and purity.
Symbol: The official symbol for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is Lady Fortitude. The replica of the sculpture is located on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC. She symbolizes strength, courage, hope, wisdom, beauty, and femininity. Her facial features depict courage and determination. The outstretched hands represent the receding of love as well as the giving of onself to others. The statue is shown pushing forward, and the tension on her thigh is representative of her strength. Fortitutde stands to inspire women to move forcefully forward to meet life's challenges.

Founded at Dickinson: 2007
Philanthropy: Hope Station (Carlisle, PA)
Signature Events: Meet the Greeks, Battle at the Burg, Love Your Body Week, DSTined for Greatness, Chocolate Covered Strawberries for Valentine's Day, Charter Day, and Founder's Day

Websitehttps://deltasigmatheta.org/
Instagram: @dst.upsilondelta
Email: dst@dickinson.edu

DST-Lady Fortitude