Presentations given by new sororities
Published Sep 21, 2011
As TCU Panhellenic Council looks to expand its community, four sororities will be hosting presentations over this week and next week in the Brown-Lupton University Union Ballroom to share information about their organizations. A committee of Panhellenic students and advisers will select two of the four organizations to join the TCU Greek community. The presentations, which began Monday, help in the selection process and are open to all of campus to attend. This week, Delta Phi Epsilon presented on Monday and Alpha Gamma Delta will present Wednesday from 3-4:30 p.m. Next week, Phi Mu will present Monday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Alpha Omicron Pi will present on Wednesday from 3-4:30 p.m. Delta Phi Epsilon Founded: March 17, 1917 at New York University Law School Motto: “To be rather than to seem to be” Philanthropy: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders Mission: To develop in women a social consciousness and a commitment to think and act for the greater good. Delta Phi Epsilon assures continuous development and achievement for women through individual attention and smart strategic growth. Colors: Royal Purple and Pure Gold Flower: The Lovely Purple Iris Mascot: Unicorn Interesting Fact: One of the first non-sectarian social sororities and the only one founded at a professional school. Alpha Gamma Delta Founded: May 30, 1904 at the home of Dr. Wellesley Perry Coddington, a professor at Syracuse University Motto: “Live with Purpose” Philanthropy: Diabetes awareness and education Mission: An international fraternity for women that exists to provide opportunities for personal development through the spirit of sisterhood. Colors: Red, Buff and Green Flower: Red and Buff Roses with Green Asparagus Ferns Mascot: Squirrel Interesting Fact: The Alpha Gamma Delta vision is “Inspire the Woman. Impact the World.” Phi Mu Founded: January 4, 1852 at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia Motto: “The Faithful Sisters” Philanthropy: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Mission: A women’s organization which provides personal and academic development, service to others, commitment to excellence and lifelong friendship through a shared tradition. Phi Mu promotes vibrant living, encouraging members to achieve their personal best. Colors: Rose and White Flower: Rose Carnation Mascot: Lion Interesting Fact: Second oldest sorority in the nation. Alpha Omicron Pi Founded: January 2, 1897 at Barnard College on the campus of Columbia University in N.Y. Motto: “Exceed the Expectation” Philanthropy: Arthritis Research and Education Mission (Object): To encourage a spirit of Fraternity and love among its members; to stand at all times for character, dignity, scholarship and college loyalty. Color: Cardinal Flower: Rose Mascot: Panda (unofficial) Interesting Fact: The mission statement of Alpha Omicron Pi is “Women Enriched through Lifelong Friendship.”