covers the organization's history, founders,
symbols, governing structure, and national
programs. Key areas include the founding at
Butler University (1922), the Seven Pearls,
the constitution, regions, and national
affiliates (Philo, Rhoer, Rosebud). The exam
verifies knowledge of the sorority's, mission,
and leadership roles.
Core Exam Coverage Areas:
Founding & History: Founded on November
12, 1922, at Butler University in Indianapolis,
Indiana. Key founders include Mary Lou
Allison Gardner Little, Vivian Irene White
Marbury, and Dorothy Hanley Whiteside.
,Incorporation: December 30, 1929.
Symbols & Miscellany:
Colors: Royal Blue and Gold.
Flower: Yellow Tea Rose.
Slogan: "Greater Service, Greater Progress".
Mascot: Poodle.
Pin Design: Cubena McClure.
Coat of Arms: Designed by Fannie
O'Bannon.
Structure & Leadership:
Regions: Central, Northeastern,
Southeastern, Southwestern, and Western.
Officers: Basileus (President), Anti-Basileus
(Vice President), Grammateus (Financial
Secretary), Anti-Grammateus (Recording
Secretary), Tamiochus (Treasurer), Epistoleus
(Historian/Reporter), Syntaktes (Regional
Director).
Affiliates & Programs:
, Affiliates & Programs
Affiliates: The Rosebud Club, The Rhoer
Club, and The Philo Affiliate.
National Programs: Focus on education,
health awareness, and leadership
development, including the National
Education Fund (NEF).