Our Symbols

Defining Ourselves

To better define our chapters from others and represent Tri Delta nationally, we have symbols and insignias that are very important to the continual growth and bonding among our members.

* The Pearl, Pine and Pansy

These symbols were chosen to represent the three stages of growth and development in Tri Delta.

The Pearl is the set jewel of Tri Delta. This is used to symbolize the new members in our chapter because it is the one jewel that grows.  It symbolizes the love our members have for each other, the white purity of true friendship and the beauty of spirit among us pledge members. Just as Tri Delta friendship grows stronger each year, pearls grow lovelier with time.

The pearl develops from a tiny grain of sand into a symbol of great beauty and value.  We believe that as a new member in our chapter, each woman will experience great growth and develop into the women she will be through the sisterhood experienced in being a Tri Delta.  One pearl alone is pretty but when placed on a strand with other pearls the beauty of each pearl is exemplified.

The Pine Tree is the symbol given to the collegiate member.  This symbol represents growth and lofty aspirations.  In being a member of Tri Delta each woman has the endless opportunities to experience and grow in service, scholastics, leadership and of course friendships.

It stands for strong character, ever beautiful, stately and growing. The pine is straight and tall and gives the feeling of being deeply rooted. Once it was a small seed which attained strength with growth by being under the right influence, thus representing our collegiate members.

The Pansy is the national Tri Delta flower and represents the alumnae members.  This also symbolizes the third step in the lifetime development of Delta Delta Delta’s members.  There is not one pansy that looks the same and so we use this as a symbol of the diversity and individual character seen in each of our members.  We take great pride in each of our members and what each of them can bring to our chapter.

Also with its open face always turned toward the sky, the pansy suggests tenderness in friendship. Such friendship is to be expected among Tri Deltas because they have grown under the influence of beautiful ideals and have had the opportunity to develop understanding and sympathy. It takes many years to achieve this growth.

* The Dolphin

The Dolphin is the official mascot of Tri Delta.  It was considered a good omen by the ancient Greeks.  It symbolizes rebirth, friendship and leadership.  To the members of Tri Delta the dolphin represents clear skies and smooth sailing and has special significance for Fraternity leaders.

* Poseidon

The patron Greek divinity of Tri Delta is Poseidon, god of the sea and one of the three rulers of the universe.