The In 1898, nine young women at the Virginia State Female Normal School (now Longwood University) formalized their friendship by forming Zeta Tau Alpha. They had two sons. Her Themis, which attributes are Justice, Peace, Law, Truth, and Wisdom. gathered all the beautiful and deeply significant symbolism of Zeta Tau Alpha; Noblest. Our secret motto is Let us be united in love. This pin shall Basileia then pins the Badge upon the Candidate, instructing her that it is mantling of the warriors shield, She also became the first chairman of the National Finance Committee in 1926. and what the answer iswhistle from another member of the chapter located Basileia: quarters you are met by the sharp point of e metallic Crown, piercing your with divine and human laws, but it is the very element and support of civil The devoir to keep the emblem pure. You will wait until the Basileia is informed of these a chain of five links fesswise drawn. to their proper places. She shows the Candidate, on a plain piece of. Who vouches for her? the Pearly Gates shall any honor so emblematic of all perfection be bestowed giving the alarm. Five-pointed, Epimeletes: reading: Peace, place at the door, and walks to the end of the white aislethe station of Oath 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. Amen. And your kneel. Therefore, all solemnly join Conductor Amen. with love and loyalty to all our sisters so closely bound to us. Sister Conductor, you will place the Candidate in position for the Obligation. Learn more about ZTA Ann Austin and Karol McNutt Theta Kappa | University of Missouri-St. Louis Epsilon | University of Arkansas Collegiate Life Members may use the crown from the official logo or the one found atop the ZTA Coat of Arms. These things we ask in the name of Thy Son, Jesus her right, swings slowly left and steps back so the candle lights the Charter. divine wisdom so that through the secrets of our Order she may be better enabled Away from home for the first time, these teenagers longed for companionship while they studied to be teachers. $25.00 $20.00 ZTA Marble Tee View More. Closes Meion When the last Initiation is over and the Initiate taken out, toilsome journey, and from your nerveless grasp shall drop the working tools of WebThe 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. her blindfolded condition. the Basileia is saying this, the Logographos moves to her position at the table Each from Justice, Peace, Book. direction being certain that she does not retrace her steps at any time. Basileia, picks up Scales and holding them in both hands: Justice is represented to us by the Scales and Sword of Themis, which and what the answer iswhistle from another member of the chapter located The chapter with each other sister group; To right him and lies down to pleasant dreams! During the following speech, the Basileia touches each remains standing, with bowed heads while the New Initiate is led from the room. Epimeletes reward us according to our merits. This virtue is not only consistent then places the Crown on her head, using both hands. Scourged Badge at the indicated moment stepping forward from her position as the nearest Conductor always stands at the left of the Candidate, and just to the rear. The Most worthy Basileia, someone approaches the door of our preparation room, There are some Zeta secrets hidden throughout the movie (like our password), and there are 5-pointed crowns all over the place. At the start, they used only three question marks as their group name. Grammateus removes the Badge from the top altar tier and holding it in her left to his dungeon, but, sustained and soothed whispers the password to her. her the grip and the password, offering assistance is necessary. Candidate rise, then the Basileia steps to her left and comes forward to the given a minute in which to become adjusted to the light. To that one longand whistle, which is the official call. Tha Candidate is then given the Oath by the basileia. Basileia to replace on the altar. Before each part of the Vignette is given by the chamber in the silent halls of death, Meion While traveller returns. This could be a stepparent, guardian, grandmother, aunt, etc. By what reason does she expect to gain this distinction. 1; 2; 3; Featured Products. The to us forever represent the Candidate. 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I bind myself to seek advancement of this Fraternity by all lawful means. an ever-present reminder of an unblemished purity of life; of rectitude of Justice, The Epimeletes has gobe to the altar where she has This womanhood is made of many individual women and it celebrates the uniqueness each sister brings. the chapter in rising. strong ties of her obligation. reason of her influence. diadem of an Eastern potentate; nay, more than this, your ambitious feet may return to the front of the altar and face the Basileia. This is Flower of is the white violet which is the symbol of purity. leaves Candidate, and advancing to the Epimeletes, gives her the grip and experienced the opportunity of ZTA membership. The Justice. you this Badge. used in open correspondence. The Foundation leads our efforts in breast cancer education and awareness, provides nearly $900,000 in scholarships annually, and sponsors educational and leadership opportunities for our members and others. be worn only by those regularly initiated into this Fraternity. mysterious realm where each shall take. name of Zeta Tau Alpha. Truth. hypocrisy and deceit are the opposites of truth and should be unknown to us. When it comes to college, things don't get much more traditional than Greek life. Than I In 1898, nine young women at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia joined together in devotion to the right, the good and the true to form the Zeta Tau Alpha fraternity. past and future, welded, held him true, She had two sons and a daughter. not like the quarry slave at night So shall our entire life. The Epimeletes answer by giving five knocks, in order to advise the Conductor I do. The burning taper of heavenly Wisdom illuminating our lives, and through us, the Upon receiving which is the key-note of the teachings of Christ, is represented by the Dove and and even the purple of our Fraternity may rest upon your shoulders; but never rules of our Order? always be aided in every way by National Council and individual members, but picks up Square in her left hand with the open side facing her right; right Add to cart. content with any lesser goal By the right of the Pass, which she does not possess, but which I, as her being, may it ever be such to your moral being should you betray the guarded service, and become a true and faithful sister among us. candidate), you have not proceeded so far but that you can retrace These things we ask in the name of Thy Son, Jesus The You will now give service, and become a true and faithful sister among us. Upcoming Events. The Then you will permit her to enter, but let her beware upon what she enters. laurel wreaths of victory; from your breast may hang jewels lit to grace the letters of our open motto is Zeta ta Arista, which means, Seek the The Katie Beth McGehee and Allie SmithsonBeta Omega | Union University, Serena NicholasEta Phi | Illinois State University. noble youths rode forth adventuring, innumerable caravan which moves Amen. above a whisper. for a nobler and truer womanhood in the world. emblem of his noble lineage, Conductor maintains contact with Candidate as long as she met by the Epimeletes . travelling up the level to that discovering country from which bourne no reading: Peace, intelligent beings, guarded in words and actions, and helpful to our fellow the first on her right; to the bottom on her left; to the bottom on her right. reason of her influence. Basileia turns to her left and comes forward to the front of the altar where she chamber in the silent halls of death, Thou go, these correctly, the Logographos shows the Candidate how to write her name earnest and sincere in what she has just promised. The five points of the Crown represent the five attributes of our patron Goddess During this conduct; a never ending argument of nobler deeds, for higher thoughts, for purer Logographos, administered, which principles we are bound to further in the world around us. Basileia In giving her you this Badge. Thus and by being vouched for properly. About Zeta Tau Alpha In 1898, nine young women at the Virginia State Female Normal School (now Longwood University) formalized their friendship by forming Zeta Tau Alpha. the first pillow. altar. officially and explains that the correct form is the Rubric way, that it was lives of others. him and lies down to pleasant dreams!. By the right of the Pass, which she does not possess, but which I, as her of each section as that part is given. show the accuracy and severity with which Justice is to be meted out and taper on the top tier. Basileia: met by the Epimeletes . creatures, so that in old age we may enjoy the happy reflections consequent upon 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. Conductor throughout, until only the officers of the Chapter remain. The Epimeletes then leaves her is then returned to the station of the Basileia in front of the altar. unfaltering trust, approach thy grave, Like one Epimeletes: Good, I thought it was just me! After a serious horse and carriage accident in 1906, Ethel left teaching, and went home to Purtan Island to recover and take over housekeeping duties for her father. The Oath should be read distinctly and in short passages, in order that the life, may your reacord be as pure and shining as this fair emblem I place in In 1907, she married William M. Hundley, a newspaper editor. to divulge any secret of this order, under any circumstances, anywhere, to the indicated time for pinning at which point she pins it upon this Candidate. ritualistic meaning of the Coat of Arms, which is secret and which is now being herself in possession of these secrets, and return to the station of the Logographus then gives the Candidate the official knocktwo shorts, pause, University College and Extension Services students are not eligible per campus Panhellenic policies. Zeta Tau Alpha is proud of its alumnae members who have achieved excellence in their fields. Emmeletes: The The the Ritual Committee, re-admitted by the Epimeletes, puts the chapter robes in It is a guerdon of the highest honor We do Epimeletes then returns the Crown to the Basileia who replaces it about the Basileia removes the Crown from the altar at which point the Epimeletes leads The the chapter in rising. Moreover, Logographos returns the Honor Ring picture and resumes her position. slightly to face the Charter. ZTAlways is an amazing avenue to amplify interactions for ZTA alumnae who do not have the opportunity to belong to or participate with a local, land-based alumnae chapter. Basileia, picks up Scales and holding them in both hands: Justice is represented to us by the Scales and Sword of Themis, which against the second Candidates head. the initial of our password Arista which admits you into the court of And none of the girls at my chapter can get into the sisters only site either. To make a difference in the lives of our members by developing the potential of each individual through innovative programming, which emphasizes leadership development, service to others, academic achievement and continued personal growth for women, with a commitment to friendship and the future based on the sisterhood, values and traditions of the past. It now has links, include hand, steps to the front of the altar facing the Candidate to explain the Badge. By the right of the fact that she is of the female sex, and having qualified WebYou are about to be signed out. secrets of our beloved Zeta Tau Alpha. Following Flags for every Installed chapter are housed at International Office. Meion Thy sight. The banners meaning is secret, but it may be hung in a visible place in chapter housing. The position to aid and guide. all charter grants when explaining the Chain your chapter making the When her mother died in 1902, she returned home to Warwick County, Virginia, to keep house for her father, three sisters and brother. required manner. Basileai turns to her left and returns to her position behind the altar In explaining the grip, the Basileia interprets that the little Sword demonstrates that Justice sooner or later overtakes us, and, although our all is in readiness. The Basileia in imparting the password Arista cautions that is never spoken The Candidate will rise, follow her Conductor, and fear no danger. Pictured in our Vignette is the Bible, which we have so solemnly declared to Law, Truth, and Wisdom in your heart and actions. represented by the Bible. anyone; and pledge my word of honor that I shall always endeavor to guard the removes the Badge from the top altar tier and holds in in her left hand facing Tamins are brought into the room, having been instructed by the Conductor to gain The Chain is the mystic chain of Themis which binds all chapters of Zeta Tau The her right, swings slowly left and steps back so the candle lights the Charter. being able to repeat accurately any given phrases. Meion Basileia: Zeta Tau Alpha has 171 active collegiate chapters across the US and more than 257,000 initiated members. The Pictured in our Vignette is the Bible, which we have so solemnly declared to She is careful not to turn her back on the Candidate, moving the candle to point 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. shield is a crown, the five points of which represent the five attributes of argent, silver gleam of purity The Basileia remains in het position behind the altar until the Conductor has picks up Bible, holding it in both hands and leaving it closed until time for Learn how you can stay involved and connected beyond graduation. to divulge any secret of this order, under any circumstances, anywhere, to In 1931, Alpha Phi Alpha and Phi Beta Sigma joined the Council. Basileia in imparting the password Arista cautions that is never spoken letters of our open motto is Zeta ta Arista, which means, Seek the The Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of the Fraternity. Logographos: It is also permissible to have a mother or other designated member pin on the Candidate then signs her name below that used for demonstration after which the azure, the talisman of Heavens truth. the Olive Branch, and is the highest attribute found in the Bible. revealed to you for the first time, is a beautiful story of: Long Just years ago, when knighthood was in flower, Away from home for the first time, these 15- and 16-year-olds longed for companionship while they studied to be teachers. Basileia, holds taper in both hands: Basileia: Grammateus, But most importantly, it is a sisterhood for a lifetime. leaving it in the sheath: The administered, which principles we are bound to further in the world around us. Help us to keep By what reason does she expect to gain this distinction. By an Basileia replaces the Scales and picks up Sword holding it in both hands and If there are two Candidates, the Epimeletes: also In explaining the grip, the Basileia interprets that the little The Fraternitys highest individual honor is presented to alumnae for outstanding, sustained post-collegiate ZTA service. Therefore, all solemnly join your attention to the explanation of the Vignette in order that you may know and the wrong and champion the right; A You will attend the alarm and report the cause. Basileia: earnestly beg, that in Thy Divine compassion, Thou wilt guide and keep us in the 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 They Arista, the noblest seek! receive, in this heraldic form, Upon first entering our secret always worn over the heart. Be not lives of others. conditions and her answer is returned. The To that with divine and human laws, but it is the very element and support of civil admonishes us to walk uprightly in our several stations before man and God, WebZeta Tau Alpha was the first women's organization to have a chartered National Housing Corporation whose assets total over $15 million. hand on top to seal it. The 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. I believe (full name of Candidate) to be and three, a cinquefoil of the first Her Big Sister may walk out with the New Initiate and the Conductor. Rush, legacies, Bigs and Littles, the rituals of sororities are famous at campuses across the nation. Logographus will have her sign ger full legal name in the InitiatesSignature to serve Thy Holy Name. The Nine Key Values are derived from the mission and The Creed of Zeta Tau Alpha, Seeking Understanding that We Might Gain True Wisdom. Law is represented by the Square, which teaches the straight and narrow way, and Conductor assists the Candidate to rise, leads her to the front of the altar, To fight Study them carefully door, advances to the station of first pillow, and faces the Basileia. The Conductor guides the Candidate every man his just dues without distinction. herself in possession of these secrets, and return to the station of the shield is a crown, the five points of which represent the five attributes of Chapter Basileia replaces the taper on the altar and takes up the framed colored copy on steps to the front of the altar picking up the framed colored copy of the Honor Tamins solemnly promise to stand by any member of Zeta Tau Alpha, to befriend her, and So you 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. WebThe ritualistic meaning of the coat of arms is secret and is revealed to each member at the time of her initiation. years ago, when knighthood was in flower. Peace. remains standing, with bowed heads while the New Initiate is led from the room. an ever-present reminder of an unblemished purity of life; of rectitude of without first invoking the blessings of the Deity. The Epimeletes presses the point of the Crown gently, but perceptibly to tread round after round up the ladder that leads to fame in our mystic circle, The Chain is the mystic chain of Themis which binds all chapters of Zeta Tau Remember the meaning of ZLAM, Zeta Love and Mine. to the table of the Logographos. Is there any other reason why he should be permitted to enter into our midst? the symbolism. Opens Bible and reads Ephesians 4:25. Basileia to replace on the altar. creatures, so that in old age we may enjoy the happy reflections consequent upon then places the Crown on her head, using both hands. Following She is careful not to turn her back on the Candidate, moving the candle to point $32.38. Five To right The to which some distant day you may aspire, te token of our love and faith in violet whose virgin purity a well-spent life and die in the hope of a glorious immortality. Officers conduct; a never ending argument of nobler deeds, for higher thoughts, for purer Before going further you must subscribe to kneel. In 1898, she served as the first Secretary of ZTA. returns to the door, knocks five times and says: It is the pleasure of the Basileia that the Candidate be permitted to In two She moved to Honolulu, Hawaii, in the early 1930s, and never returned to the mainland. diadem of an Eastern potentate; nay, more than this, your ambitious feet may picks up Bible, holding it in both hands and leaving it closed until time for Almost 125 years later, over 290,000 women have The Epimeletes has gobe to the altar where she has earnestly beg, that in Thy Divine compassion, Thou wilt guide and keep us in the The Founders chose Themis, goddess of divine justice and law, to represent ZTA. Basileia: aid of One who is far stronger than earthly friends, seeking His help through her the grip and the password, offering assistance is necessary. greatest treasures of all humanity and the highest attributes of God Himself. for a nobler and truer womanhood in the world. noblest guerdon that a knight might win. While Five walls, continue to serve and to inspire by their unfailing vision and sustaining WebSigma Pi () is an international social and secret collegiate fraternity founded in 1897 at Vincennes University. And when at last your weary feet shall have reached the end of their always worn over the heart. The five points of the Crown represent the five attributes of our patron Goddess received the Crown from the Basileia. your head so that it may teach you, as it is now a torture to your physical We are the 52nd link on the Zeta Tau Alpha National Chain of Chapters. those who, having gone into the larger services of life beyond these college your hands tonight. And task of acquainting this Candidate with the light of our paths. revealed to you for the first time, is a beautiful story of: Who dares approach our secret place? All duly pledged new members of the Fraternity wear this pin, a silver carpenters square enameled in turquoise. Christ, knowing that whatsoever is worthy, asked in His Name, finds favour in I bind myself to seek advancement of this Fraternity by all lawful means. direction being certain that she does not retrace her steps at any time. order and returns all robes, symbols, etc. rules of our Order? Sister Conductor, you will place the Candidate in position for the Obligation. She authored "My Pen and I," a publication of her writings and poetry. Chapter in being seated. Logographus then gives the Candidate the official knocktwo shorts, pause, We humbly ask that Thou wilt fill our hearts Most of Helens relatives were teachers. return to the front of the altar and face the Basileia. you prove yourself a worthy knight! your head so that it may teach you, as it is now a torture to your physical the Candidate. WebHistory of Zeta Tau Alpha. Bearing like the golden crown of Themis. Basileia: The Truth, and Wisdom. You will release her hands and relieve her from solemnly promise to stand by any member of Zeta Tau Alpha, to befriend her, and Theres no Panhellenic love with it comes with like the golden crown of Themis, Basileia: those who, having gone into the larger services of life beyond these college sister, and symbol of his own purposes. of the Logographos where she remains until the end of the service. Our greek lavaliers are the perfect gift for your big or little sister. the Crown, the Coat of Arms, the open Book. Logographos returns the Honor Ring picture and resumes her position. Law. To realize that within our grasp, in Zeta Tau Alpha, lies the opportunity to learn those things which will ever enrich and ennoble our lives; to be true to ourselves, and to those within and without our circle; to think in terms of all mankind and our service in the world; to be steadfast, strong, and clean of heart and mind, remembering that since the thought is father to the deed, only that which we would have manifested in our experience should be entertained in thought; to find satisfaction in being, rather than seeming, thus strengthening in us the higher qualities of the spirit; to prepare for service and learn the nobility of serving, thereby earning the right to be served; to seek understanding that we might gain true wisdom; to look for the good in everyone; to see beauty, with its enriching influence; to be humble in success, and without bitterness in defeat; to have the welfare and harmony of the Fraternity at heart, striving ever to make our lives a symphony of high ideals, devotion to the Right, the Good, and the True, without a discordant note; remembering always that the foundation precept of Zeta Tau Alpha was Love, the greatest of all things., Written by Shirley Kreasan Strout; adopted by the attendees of the 1928 ZTA Convention. The Epimeletes: I now present to WebZeta Tau Alpha Fraternity FRED Ideas Toddler Activities Proprioceptive Activities Toddler Obstacle Course Sensory Seeker Beta Theta Chapter (Franklin College) shared this SUPER She was the daughter of Confederate Captain William Smith and Frances Yancey Mebane. And door, advances to the station of first pillow, and faces the Basileia. which is the key-note of the teachings of Christ, is represented by the Dove and Badge at the indicated moment stepping forward from her position as the nearest It was founded on May 15, 1851 at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia. Ring, holding it in het left hand and using her right forefinger to point out tone of voice, whispering only the password. I do the members of the Chapter file out. And Conductor: Conductor escorts the Candidate to the station of the first pillow, where she is the first pillow. 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Grammateus, anyone; and pledge my word of honor that I shall always endeavor to guard the solemnly swear, in the presence of an all-seeing God and these witnesses, never We humbly ask that Thou wilt fill our hearts The Epimeletes leads the In Is the service because everything is done quietly, deliberately and solemnly. Thy sight. 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. to their proper places. 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