Sorority – Exam Study Guide with Key Concepts and
Practice Questions
When was Alpha Sigma Tau founded? - correct answer ✔✔ November 4, 1899 at Michigan State
Normal College in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
How Many founding sisters we're there? - correct answer ✔✔ 8 founding sisters
Who are the founding sisters? - correct answer ✔✔ 1. Helene M. Rice
2. May Gephart
3. Mayene Tracy
4. Mabel Chase
5. Harriet Marx
6. Eva O'keefe
7. Adriance Rice
8. Ruth Dutcher
What is the purpose of Alpha Sigma Tau? - correct answer ✔✔ to promote the ethical, cultural,
and social development of its members.
National Philanthropy - correct answer ✔✔ Alpha Sigma Tau's Womens Wellness initiative
National Service Project - correct answer ✔✔ Habitat for Humanity
The Colors - correct answer ✔✔ Emerald Green and Gold
, The Jewel - correct answer ✔✔ The Pearl
The National Flower - correct answer ✔✔ The Yellow Rose
The Symbol for Alumnae Organization - correct answer ✔✔ The Anchor
The Motto of Alpha Sigma Tau - correct answer ✔✔ is Active, Self-Reliant, and Trustworthy
The Creed - correct answer ✔✔ As a member of Alpha Sigma Tau,
I believe in the permanence and loveliness of its ideals.
I believe in the values of friendship and fidelity to purpose.
I believe in the fulfillment of self and will strive to contribute my share to the progress of
mankind.
I believe in cultivating beauty of spirit and graciousness of living in all my contact with others.
I believe that faithfulness to these ideals will help me to live joyously and valiantly.
A member is in good standing and eligible for initiation if she has meet the following
requirements:
part 1 - correct answer ✔✔ 1. Attend all required meetings
2. Complete the new member program
3. Pass the national new member exam with a score of at least 80%
A member is in good standing and eligible for initiation if she has meet the following
requirements:
part 2 - correct answer ✔✔ 4. Maintain the required cumulative GPA of 2.8
5. Fulfill national and collegiate financial responsibilities
6. Exhibit behavior that is worthy of an Alpha Sigma Tau member
Practice Questions
When was Alpha Sigma Tau founded? - correct answer ✔✔ November 4, 1899 at Michigan State
Normal College in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
How Many founding sisters we're there? - correct answer ✔✔ 8 founding sisters
Who are the founding sisters? - correct answer ✔✔ 1. Helene M. Rice
2. May Gephart
3. Mayene Tracy
4. Mabel Chase
5. Harriet Marx
6. Eva O'keefe
7. Adriance Rice
8. Ruth Dutcher
What is the purpose of Alpha Sigma Tau? - correct answer ✔✔ to promote the ethical, cultural,
and social development of its members.
National Philanthropy - correct answer ✔✔ Alpha Sigma Tau's Womens Wellness initiative
National Service Project - correct answer ✔✔ Habitat for Humanity
The Colors - correct answer ✔✔ Emerald Green and Gold
, The Jewel - correct answer ✔✔ The Pearl
The National Flower - correct answer ✔✔ The Yellow Rose
The Symbol for Alumnae Organization - correct answer ✔✔ The Anchor
The Motto of Alpha Sigma Tau - correct answer ✔✔ is Active, Self-Reliant, and Trustworthy
The Creed - correct answer ✔✔ As a member of Alpha Sigma Tau,
I believe in the permanence and loveliness of its ideals.
I believe in the values of friendship and fidelity to purpose.
I believe in the fulfillment of self and will strive to contribute my share to the progress of
mankind.
I believe in cultivating beauty of spirit and graciousness of living in all my contact with others.
I believe that faithfulness to these ideals will help me to live joyously and valiantly.
A member is in good standing and eligible for initiation if she has meet the following
requirements:
part 1 - correct answer ✔✔ 1. Attend all required meetings
2. Complete the new member program
3. Pass the national new member exam with a score of at least 80%
A member is in good standing and eligible for initiation if she has meet the following
requirements:
part 2 - correct answer ✔✔ 4. Maintain the required cumulative GPA of 2.8
5. Fulfill national and collegiate financial responsibilities
6. Exhibit behavior that is worthy of an Alpha Sigma Tau member
