Colors 

     Azure blue and White are the official colors of Alpha Delta Pi. Blue is symbolic of friendship, the spirit upon which Alpha Delta Pi is founded. White symbolizes sincerity and truth.


Mascot

     The lion is the mascot of Alpha Delta Pi. Our mascot is nicknamed "Alphie."


Official Flower

     The woodland violet is the official flower. Because it is unavailable for purchase, African violets are often used to symbolize the woodland violet. 
      

Open Motto "We live for each other" 


Badge

     The first badge was worn by the Adelpheans in 1851. It was satin with ribbon streamers; the name "Adelphean" appeared on one end with a design of clasped hands at the other end. In the center was the Open Motto -- "We Live for Each Other."
     The second year after organization, a diamond-shaped silver pin was adopted. Stars were not included on this first badge, but it did have a monogram of the Wesleyan pin attached to the badge by a link chain, thus forming a guard.
     In 1854, the stars were added, but it was not until 1874 that the stars and the clasped hands were raised. This design remained with only slight modifications until 1906 when, at Alpha Delta Pi's first convention, Nanaline King presented a new design for the pin. Her design was a smaller gold badge with a black enamel center that pictured the clasped hands, the two stars, and the Greek letters, ADF. This design was adopted by the convention and is the same pin we have today, with ADF being changed to ADP at the 1913 convention. 


Coat of Arms

     Elizabeth Moseley Coles, who was elected National President at the first Grand Convention, was responsible for having the Coat of Arms designed. Another sister of Alpha chapter, Agnes Chapman, is given credit for the actual design of our Coat of Arms. 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. 

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.

"Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but a sister is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down"