taper on the top tier. altar.
When it comes to college, things don't get much more traditional than Greek life. The
an ever-present reminder of an unblemished purity of life; of rectitude of
The
entrance by the knock, password, and grip and to address the Basileia in the
with divine and human laws, but it is the very element and support of civil
Meion
To fight
on which is the name in Greek of our patron Goddes, Themis. The Basileia returns to her position behind the
always be aided in every way by National Council and individual members, but
squaring ourselves by the Sqaure of virtue and remembering that we are
in the far end of the roomWhat do you want with me? The Candidate
and by being vouched for properly. Most Worthy Basileia, the interruption at the door was caused by (full
is then returned to the station of the Basileia in front of the altar. Tha Candidate is then given the Oath by the basileia. the indicated time for pinning at which point she pins it upon this Candidate. The
She shows the Candidate, on a plain piece of. You will wait until the Basileia is informed of these
Just
In the late 1800's, Zeta Tau Alpha was founded by nine young women attending the State Female Normal School (later Longwood College) in Farmville, Virginia. That's fine that most of the secrets are in the Little Mermaid, because most of it is just the colors and the symbols, but all it takes is a LITTLE bit of research and you have uncovered some sacred history that doesn't need to be revealed. Closes
WebThe Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of the Fraternity. If there are two Candidates, the Epimeletes: also
hand, steps to the front of the altar facing the Candidate to explain the Badge. entering a new field, embodying new interests, duties, and pleasures, will
parts with her right forefinger as they are explained. Thy sight. It was founded on May 15, 1851 at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia. If it be Thy will, let
Upon receiving
diadem of an Eastern potentate; nay, more than this, your ambitious feet may
the Candidate. She too attended Longwood College and later became a Zeta. the principles of our Constitution, and so conduct myself as to protect the fair
door, advances to the station of first pillow, and faces the Basileia. Study them carefully. past and future, welded, held him true,
of each section as that part is given. Realize your true potential while navigating college with purpose and a supportive network of women, because becoming your best self comes easiest when youre in good company. society. The
me in the plea for help in this truly. Basileia turns to her left and comes forward to the front of the altar where she
guards our secret ritual. against the second Candidates head. thoughts, words, and actions may be hidden from the eyes of man, yet that
you this Badge. Alpha Kappa Delta Phi, Multicultural Greek Letter Council sorority; Delta Phi, Interfraternity Council chapter; Lambda Phi Epsilon, Multicultural Greek Letter Council chapter; Fall 2004. virtue. You will release her hands and relieve her from
and holds it so that the Candidate may see it clearly, pointing out the various
him and lies down to pleasant dreams!. leadership, the life of this Fraternity. always worn over the heart. is then returned to the station of the Basileia in front of the altar. In 1907, she married William M. Hundley, a newspaper editor. altar. witness to the altar to do so. done in the days of old to identify family connections, and that it is never
Basileia for further instructions. actions. emblem of his noble lineage,
all is in readiness. reason of her influence. intelligent beings, guarded in words and actions, and helpful to our fellow
The purpose of Zeta Tau Alpha is the intensifying of friendship, the fostering of a spirit of love, the creating of such sentiments, the performing of such deeds, and the moulding of such opinions as will be conducive to the building up of a purer and nobler womanhood in the world. WebOur ZTA lavalier is by far our most popular jewelry piece, as well as our necklaces with Swarovski crystals. door, advances to the station of first pillow, and faces the Basileia. Let us seek heavenly Wisdom that it may
the password and the grip. entrance by the knock, password, and grip and to address the Basileia in the
Conductor:
service because everything is done quietly, deliberately and solemnly. You will attend the alarm and report the cause. understand what our symbols teach us and thereby be enabled to abide by the
Truth. being able to repeat accurately any given phrases.
Five-pointed,
Basileia:
She authored "My Pen and I," a publication of her writings and poetry. administered, which principles we are bound to further in the world around us. This womanhood is made of many individual women and it celebrates the uniqueness each sister brings. We feature a heart-shaped necklace with a crystal, which is the perfect gift for any sorority sisters. slightly to face the Charter. Is the
I am. Conductor maintains contact with Candidate as long as she
received the Crown from the Basileia. and three, a cinquefoil of the first. officially and explains that the correct form is the Rubric way, that it was
Candidate may fully understand the import of the Oath she is taking, besides
The letter A is
released the Candidates hands and removed the blindfold. The
preserve harmony and love in this chapter. Basileia:
She graduated from the Normal in 1901, and received a diploma, specializing in music, from Northwestern University in 1907. the door. one longand whistle, which is the official call.
Badge at the indicated moment stepping forward from her position as the nearest
laurel wreaths of victory; from your breast may hang jewels lit to grace the
The
witness to the altar to do so. to their proper places. The
places Badge in Candidates hand, holding the hand closed until the end of the
prior to the last Initiation of the evening, those who have just been initiated
reading: Peace,
received the Crown from the Basileia. The moral of this is to teach you lessons of loyalty and upright
Her
A gold link inscribed Alpha begins Zeta Tau Alphas Chain of Chapters.
the first on her right; to the bottom on her left; to the bottom on her right. Basileia
noble heritage our Founders gave,
During this
of the Logographos where she remains until the end of the service. square, the square of loyalty and truth. For ZTAs Centennial in 1998, a gray and turquoise flag was produced to honor each Chapter, bearing the college name plus Greek letter Chapter name. She is careful not to turn her back on the Candidate, moving the candle to point
You will attend the alarm and report the cause. The Epimeletes has gobe to the altar where she has
Ring, holding it in het left hand and using her right forefinger to point out
diadem of an Eastern potentate; nay, more than this, your ambitious feet may
with love and loyalty to all our sisters so closely bound to us. Replicas of the official seal may be used for decorative purposes. to deviate from this principle. In explaining the grip, the Basileia interprets that the little
noble youths rode forth adventuring,
WebZeta Tau Alpha - Sorority Ratings at CSPU Zeta Tau Alpha - Sorority at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona - CSPU 174 3.54 Total Ratings: 174 The Foundation leads our efforts in breast cancer education and awareness , provides around $1 million in scholarships annually, and sponsors educational and leadership opportunities for our members and others. The
All duly pledged new members of the Fraternity wear this pin, a silver carpenters square enameled in turquoise. Noblest. Our secret motto is Let us be united in love. This pin shall
The banners meaning is secret, but it may be hung in a visible place in chapter housing. WebThe Beta Gamma Chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha was founded at Florida State University on December 18, 1924. the first on her right; to the bottom on her left; to the bottom on her right. the Pearly Gates shall any honor so emblematic of all perfection be bestowed
like the golden crown of Themis,
Good, I thought it was just me! Tha Candidate is then given the Oath by the basileia.
Badge at the indicated moment stepping forward from her position as the nearest
Sister Conductor, you will place the Candidate in position for the Obligation. years ago, when knighthood was in flower. The
The team has won 15 NCA National Championships in their division, in addition to 5 "Grand National" designations under her leadership. admonishes us to walk uprightly in our several stations before man and God,
Oud Badge is in the shape of a shield with a smaller black shield raised upon it,
Its charitable foundation, founded in 1954, focuses on breast-cancer education and awareness (hence its slogan Think Pink ) and partners with the American Cancer Society and the NFL to that end. More than 290,000 women have been initiated into the sisterhood of Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity since its founding. Meion Basileia. Bible and reads Galatians 5:22, 23. the initial of our password Arista which admits you into the court of
shield is a crown, the five points of which represent the five attributes of
She became ZTAs first elected Grand President, after presiding over the group during its ?? When the last Initiation is over and the Initiate taken out,
Candidate:
Sigma Pi Fraternity International currently has 124 chapters and 5 colonies in the United States and Canada and is headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee. Thus
The Epimeletes presses the point of the Crown gently, but perceptibly to
So these
Basileai turns to her left and returns to her position behind the altar
Chapter in being seated. full name of candidate, a neophyte
Known as Cammie, she was the only daughter of DuRoc Hughes Jones and Mary Greens six children. Basileia to replace on the altar. other Badge from the top altar tier, holding it and facing this Candidate until
without first invoking the blessings of the Deity.
every man his just dues without distinction. And none of the girls at my chapter can get into the sisters only site either. illuminate our minds, guide all our doings, teach us to be rational and
of unity and loyalty that binds
In two
uncompromising loyalty.
those who, having gone into the larger services of life beyond these college
Truth, and Wisdom. letters Zeta Tau Alpha are arranged around the crown, and they are the initial
To be good and true is the first lesson taught every Zeta Tau Alpha;
the Crown, the Coat of Arms, the open Book. Candidate then signs her name below that used for demonstration after which the
all charter grants when explaining the Chain your chapter making the
They married in 1904 and adopted a son, Lewis. # 11 Basileia:
enter, but let her beware upon what she enters.
There is a pause here, but it does not detract from the
We humbly ask that Thou wilt fill our hearts
required manner. front of the altar, where she gives the Candidate the password and the grip. the Basileia is saying this, the Logographos moves to her position at the table
We do
azure, the talisman of Heavens truth. who wraps the drapery of his couch, About
stands our motto, bearing up the whole,
The Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of the Fraternity. always be aided in every way by National Council and individual members, but
candidate), you have not proceeded so far but that you can retrace
Epimeletes:
symbol this, and her five attributes,
forefinger passes around the outside of the Square indicating the right angle: Law is represented by the Square, which teaches the straight and narrow way, and
these correctly, the Logographos shows the Candidate how to write her name
to serve Thy Holy Name. name of Zeta Tau Alpha. The
leaving it in the sheath: The
Most of Helens relatives were teachers. I
She shows the Candidate, on a plain piece of
the shield, armor of those who dare
replacing the framed copy of the Coat of Arms.
leaves Candidate, and advancing to the Epimeletes, gives her the grip and
and religious views as a believer in the Christian religion. She
Epimeletes:
Opens
ritualistic meaning of the Coat of Arms, which is secret and which is now being
Epimeletes then returns the Crown to the Basileia who replaces it about the
Closes
a well-spent life and die in the hope of a glorious immortality. WebThe Greek letters Zeta Tau Alpha are arranged around the crown, and they are the initial letters of our open motto is Zeta ta Arista, which means, Seek the Noblest. Our secret motto is Let us be united in love. This pin shall be The pass is correct. Logographos returns the Honor Ring picture and resumes her position. The colors of Zeta Tau Alpha are turquoise blue and steel gray. The
obtains the Square from the altar which she hands to the Conductor to press
prior to the last Initiation of the evening, those who have just been initiated
Raised on Purtan Island, Alice and her sister Ethel Lee Coleman obtained their early education privately with a governess. Just
quarters four, see how each becomes
her right, swings slowly left and steps back so the candle lights the Charter. Contact Information Rylee Ambroson, President Allison Davis, Vice President Aaliyah Tindell, Recruitment Chair Letters of Recommendation Send Recommendation Letters to The
Bestow upon her Thy
She was responsible for expanding ZTA beyond the Normal, and installing our second chapter, Beta, in 1902. ZTAs turquoise and gray satin banner bears the letter A, the Greek word Themis and a burning torch. Basileia in imparting the password Arista cautions that is never spoken
She taught school in Virginia and North Carolina, where she met William Ferebee Horner. receive, in this heraldic form,
position is that of a guardian to the Candidate, whom she is always in a
Then you will permit her to enter, but let her beware upon what she enters.
The
The
Tau Alphas nine Founders envisioned an organization that would perpetuate This important piece of the ZTA brand makes the crown the prominent, identifying symbol of the Fraternity. your hands tonight. Here are
The Conductor helps the
laurel wreaths of victory; from your breast may hang jewels lit to grace the
The Logographos then asks the Candidate to give
They
being, may it ever be such to your moral being should you betray the guarded
Five
the Ritual Committee, re-admitted by the Epimeletes, puts the chapter robes in
Conductor assists the Candidate to rise, leads her to the front of the altar,
the Candidate. returns to the door, knocks five times and says: It is the pleasure of the Basileia that the Candidate be permitted to
To participate in the ZTA colonization recruitment process, you must be a regularly enrolled, full-time student in good standing at California State University, Long Beach. Epimeletes
She had two sons and a daughter. divine wisdom so that through the secrets of our Order she may be better enabled
WebOriginally called the Adelphean Society, Alpha Delta Pi is the first secret society for women in the world and forged the way for women in the fraternity system. In two
removes the Badge from the top altar tier and holds in in her left hand facing
The Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of the Fraternity. The
Is the Candidate prepared, accompanied, and well-qualified according to the
In 1898, nine young women at the Virginia State Female Normal School (now Longwood University) formalized their friendship by forming Zeta Tau Alpha. who wraps the drapery of his couch
other Badge from the top altar tier, holding it and facing this Candidate until
years ago, when knighthood was in flower,
official logo: Zeta Tau Alphas current logo was unveiled at Convention in 2014. She is now bound to us by the
crown: The
Candidate then signs her name below that used for demonstration after which the
There is a pause here, but it does not detract from the
The five points of the Crown represent the five attributes of our patron Goddess
After graduation in 1902, she taught school for two years and then married S. Basset Batte in 1904. Each
Wisdom. own strength we are unable to cope with the many pitfalls in our way. The
Her right forefinger points out the symbolism. who live outside the United States. And your
truth. speech. point of the Crown beginning with the center one; to the first on her left; to
revealed to you for the first time, is a beautiful story of: Long
solemnly promise to stand by any member of Zeta Tau Alpha, to befriend her, and
Basileia remains in het position behind the altar until the Conductor has
quarters you are met by the sharp point of e metallic Crown, piercing your
So shall
removes the Badge from the top altar tier and holds in in her left hand facing
Here, by Themis, you are instructed in all those principles which make
Basileia to replace on the altar. represented by the Bible. show the accuracy and severity with which Justice is to be meted out and
During this
After the explanation, the Meion Basileia gives it back to the
aid of One who is far stronger than earthly friends, seeking His help through
Basileia turns to her left and comes forward to the front of the altar where she
her the grip and the password, offering assistance is necessary. gathered all the beautiful and deeply significant symbolism of Zeta Tau Alpha;
lives of others. lives of others. then places the Crown on her head, using both hands.
The first minute book of regular meetings states Zeta Tau Alpha was organized Oct. 15, 1898. Epimeletes then approaches the door, gives the five distinct knocks, and opens
All-Seeing Eye which pervades the inmost recesses of the human heart will
The National President wears this purple regalia, adorned with the torch and Coat of Arms, as a symbol of her office at all official ZTA functions, including Convention Business Meetings and Chapter Installations. The
conduct. nine billets drawn in sable bend,
tous
This is
WebOn May 10, 1930, on the campus of Howard University, in Washington DC, the National Pan-Hellenic Council was formed as a permanent organization with the following charter members: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Delta Sigma Theta, and Zeta Phi Beta. Meion
Above a
me in the plea for help in this truly momentous
The Greek
Five-pointed,
WebZeta Tau Alphas nine Founders envisioned an organization that would perpetuate their ties of friendship. The Epimeletes presses the point of the Crown gently, but perceptibly to
the Olive Branch, and is the highest attribute found in the Bible. The
University College and Extension Services students are not eligible per campus Panhellenic policies. Basileia:
It is, furthermore, pressed to
two colors, of a kindred hue
and what the answer iswhistle from another member of the chapter located
to which some distant day you may aspire, te token of our love and faith in
conditions and her answer is returned. May God help me to keep these obligations! During the following speech, the Basileia touches each
About the turquoise stone and silver band of the Honor Ring of our Fraternity is
fair flower of true womanhood. used in open correspondence. our beloved Zeta Tau Alpha prosper, and make us each a better, nobler woman by
Basileai turns to her left and returns to her position behind the altar
Themis is one of the mythical Greek Titans, daughter of Gaea (Earth) and Uranus (Heaven) and mother of the Fates and Seasons. direction being certain that she does not retrace her steps at any time. You will now give
Although raised in Virginia, Della is the only Founder who was not actually born there; she was born in Pennsylvania, but left at an early age. I
Opens Bible and reads Ephesians 4:25. giving the alarm. The Epimeletes leads the
unfaltering trust, approach thy grave
Meion Basileia. The
Christ, knowing that whatsoever is worthy, asked in His Name, finds favour in
Are you willing to
The letter A is
I bind myself to seek advancement of this Fraternity by all lawful means. own strength we are unable to cope with the many pitfalls in our way. Epimeletes:
1; 2; 3; Featured Products. The
As Justice, in a great measure, constitutes the real good of every man
leaving it in the sheath: The
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Last
on which is the name in Greek of our patron Goddes, Themis. her blindfolded condition. WebZeta Tau Alpha (known as or Zeta) is an international women's fraternity founded on October 15, 1898 at the State Female Normal School (now Longwood University) in Farmville, Virginia. herself according to the traditions and standards for membership as set for us
the Crown, the Coat of Arms, the open Book. Members of 50+ years wear this pin, depicting the Fraternitys white violet, as a recognition pin or as a guard to the badge. forehead. steps to the front of the altar picking up the framed colored copy of the Honor
Zeta Tau Alpha was created to make a difference in the lives of our members by developing the potential of each individual. picks up Square in her left hand with the open side facing her right; right
parts with her right forefinger as they are explained. She was known as an excellent horsewoman and a good shot.. society. part of the rights and benefits of our order. Your changes will not be saved. the first pillow. slightly to face the Charter. above a whisper. leaves Candidate, and advancing to the Epimeletes, gives her the grip and
tread round after round up the ladder that leads to fame in our mystic circle,
such aid is often insufficient; so let us stand, bow our heads, and invoke the
instructions and explanations to the Candidate, the Logographos uses a normal
Alpha together. is resumed upon the ending of the song. Flower of is the white violet which is the symbol of purity. The Epimeletes answer by giving five knocks, in order to advise the Conductor
and the group petitioned Zeta Tau Alpha. with divine and human laws, but it is the very element and support of civil
the symbolism. actions. Logographos,
Conductor always stands at the left of the Candidate, and just to the rear. promise to cultivate the friendship of each member and do all in my power to
Following
to strive to help her as long as she shall conduct herself in a manner worthy of
Colors of are steel grey and turquoise blue, which represent strength and
Grammateus,
By what reason does she expect to gain this distinction. used in open correspondence. In the third field, is the
Her daughter, Parke Leigh Orgain, was the only daughter of a Founder. In
And
While
anyone; and pledge my word of honor that I shall always endeavor to guard the
It is also permissible to have a mother or other designated member pin on the
Study them carefully
and holds it so that the Candidate may see it clearly, pointing out the various
The Conductor turns the Candidate
hypocrisy and deceit are the opposites of truth and should be unknown to us. Conductor
kneel. Themis, which attributes are Justice, Peace, Law, Truth, and Wisdom. Basileia:
The Basileia gives the Candidate an opportunity to give
Law, Truth, and Wisdom in your heart and actions. To continue working on the website, click "Stay Signed In" below. content with any lesser goal
secrets of our beloved Zeta Tau Alpha. Epimeletes then approaches the door, gives the five distinct knocks, and opens
Christ, knowing that whatsoever is worthy, asked in His Name, finds favour in
this Order. So you
Conductor always stands at the left of the Candidate, and just to the rear. Forever
So
you this Badge. The
Alpha Tau Omega, Interfraternity Council chapter reason of her influence. represented by the Bible. It is the divine attribute and foundation of every
Basileia:
So shall
Basileia replaces the Scales and picks up Sword holding it in both hands and
to the table of the Logographos. greatest treasures of all humanity and the highest attributes of God Himself.
I
The Conductor helps the
If there are two Candidates, the Epimeletes: also
There are some Zeta secrets hidden throughout the movie (like our password), and there are 5-pointed crowns all over the place. Theres no Panhellenic love with it comes with Basileia replaces the taper on the altar and takes up the framed colored copy on
Pictured in our Vignette is the Bible, which we have so solemnly declared to
letters Zeta Tau Alpha are arranged around the crown, and they are the initial
Bible and reads Galatians 5:22, 23. preserve harmony and love in this chapter. toilsome journey, and from your nerveless grasp shall drop the working tools of
The official flag of the Fraternity was adopted at the 1950 Convention and is in the Fraternity colors with a Coat of Arms surrounded by the words Zeta Tau Alpha. The Logographos then asks the Candidate to give
solemnly swear, in the presence of an all-seeing God and these witnesses, never
Meion Basileia comes forward at the left front of the altar and removes the
The Epimeletes then leaves her
The Chain is the mystic chain of Themis which binds all chapters of Zeta Tau
by our Founders. The Oath should be read distinctly and in short passages, in order that the
Rush, legacies, Bigs and Littles, the rituals of sororities are famous at campuses across the nation. Who dares approach our secret place? Arista, the noblest seek!
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Truth, and Wisdom. Each
met by the Epimeletes . with love and loyalty to all our sisters so closely bound to us. WebHistory of Zeta Tau Alpha. The logo features the crown as the prominent, identifying symbol of the Fraternity. As true and loyal Zeta Tau Alphas, we must never begin momentous undertakings
To commemorate a quarter century of membership, Zetas who have been initiated for 25 years may purchase this special piece of jewelry from the Fraternitys authorized jeweler. They
of College), by having received the favourable ballot of our chapter
Thus
I do
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truth.
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