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Our Letters:
A D P		 The greek letters "Alpha Delta Pi" are the official name of the organization, and may not be used by anyone else.
Our Colors:
Azure Blue and White		 Blue is symbolic of friendship, the basic spirit upon which Alpha Delta Pi is founded. White symbolizes sincerity and truth. Alpha Delta Pi seeks sincerity and truthfulness in all its members.
Our Mascot:
The Lion (a.k.a. "Alphie")		 The lion symbolizes strength of character. "Prides" are small groups of ADPi members with different backgrounds and fields of study, who live and work together to truly become sisters and friends.
Our Jewel:
The blue-white Diamond		 The diamond is chosen for purity. "Diamond Sisters" are assigned to Alpha Members to serve as role models and to assist the new member in learning about Alpha Delta Pi.
Our Badge:
Diamond-shaped, black and gold, clasped hands and stars		 The badge of Alpha Delta Pi is a gold diamond-shaped badge with black enamel center, with clasped hands at the top, a star to the left and right sides, and the greek letters "Alpha Delta Pi" in the center. The four points of the diamond badge represent the symmetry of a balanced life. It has remained the same since 1913.
Our Alpha Member Pin:
Gold lion's head		 The official Alpha Member pin of Alpha Delta Pi is a bar of gold, bearing the Greek letters "Beta Upsilon Alpha" surmounted by a lion's head. The gold is a symbol of purity, while the lion symbolizes strength of character.
Our Flower:
The Woodland Violet		 Because the woodland violet grows wild, and cannot be purchased, African violets are often used to symbolize the woodland violet.
Our Coat of Arms: The original Coat of Arms was designed by Elizabeth Moseley Coles and Agnes Chapman. Symbolism from our ritual and our Alpha pin were combined in the Coat of Arms and the design originally had a background of violets. In 1919 the Convention body voted to make changes and the present design was accepted. Alpha members are not permitted to wear the sorority Coat of Arms in any form, or to have any articles bearing it; only initiated members are entitled to this privilege.
Our Open Motto: "We Live For Each Other."

The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi

I believe in Alpha Delta Pi.

I believe that my sorority is more than a ritual or a symbol; that it is a way of life.

I believe that the principles established by our founders in 1851 are enduring attributes, exemplifying the highest ideals of Christian womanhood.

I believe that our motto, "We live for each other," expresses the true spirit of fraternity; and that by living this motto my life will be enriched by true friendships and by unselfish service to mankind.

I believe that the privilege of membership in Alpha Delta Pi brings the responsibility to do my best in whatever I undertake, always remembering that leadership requires confidence tempered with humility and courage blended with tolerance.

I believe that I must strive to become a well-balanced person by following the dictates of the four points symbolized by our diamond-shaped badge: first, strengthening my own character and personality; second, watching my attitudes toward my fellow-beings; third, recognizing the value of high educational standards; and fourth, developing faith and loyalty.

I believe that these four guide-posts, guarded by the stars and friendly hands clasped in the Adelphean bonds of fellowship, will lead me to achieve a rich and useful life.

-- Written by Caralee Strock Stanard, Alpha Gamma chapter, who served as Grand President of Alpha Delta Pi from 1938-1948. Ms. Stanard also served as Editor Emeritus of The Adelphean.

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