Symbols and Emblems

  • THE CREST OF DELTA DELTA DELTA

    THE OPEN MOTTO OF DELTA DELTA DELTA

     

    (As'-fah-los Ag-a-po'-men Al-lay'las)

    "Let us steadfastly love one another"

     

     

    COLORS OF DELTA DELTA DELTA

    Tri Delta's colors are silver, gold, and cerulean blue. Green is also significant for Tri Delta as it represents the unionof the three colors.

     

     

    The pearl, pine, and pansy represent the stages of growth and development of Tri Delta members.

    PEARL

    The pearl is the jewel of Tri Delta. It was chosen to symbolize the new member because it is the one jewel that grows, developing from a tiny grain of sand into a thing of great value and beauty.

     

    PINE

    The pine tree is a symbol of Tri Delta's collegiate members because it represents growth and lofty aspirations.

     

     

    PANSY

    The pansy is Tri Delta's flower. It is a symbol of alumnae membership and the third step in the lifetime development of Tri Delta's members.

     

     

    DOLPHIN

    The dolphin was considered a good omen by the ancient Greeks. It symbolized rebirth, friendship and leadership. In Tri Delta, the dolphin is symbolic of clear skies and smooth sailing and has special significance for Fraternity leaders.

     

     

    POSEIDON

    The patron Greek divinity of Tri Delta is Poseidon, god of the sea and one of the three rulers of the universe, who wields the trident.

     

     

    NEW MEMBER PIN

    The New Member Pin has three open deltas inscribed within an open delta and is made of silver with green enamel. It is worn during the introduction to membership and is returned to the chapter prior to initiation.

     

     

     

     

    STARS AND CRESCENT BADGE 

    The Stars and Crescent Badge is the official emblem worn by initiated members of Delta Delta Delta, both collegiate and alumnae. The badge consists of three stars, crown set with pearls, within a plain Roman golden crescent of three hundred degrees bearing three deltas in black enamel. A gold Trident may be worn as a guard for the Stars and Crescent badge.