ACTIVE. SELF-RELIANT. TRUSTWORTHY. AST.
Symbols of Sisterhood
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AST's open motto is "Active, Self-reliant, Trustworthy,"
values we strive to uphold as sisters of Alpha Sigma Tau.
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This is the colorful crest of AST! | Here are the Greek letters of Alpha Sigma Tau. Sorority nicknames are |
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The beautiful badge of Alpha Sigma Tau is worn by all initiated sisters. |
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Letters (called a guard) can be attached to the badge to display which chapter is a sister is from. Charms can also be added to represent offices held. Alumnae also add an anchor charm to the chain. |
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Newest sisters of Alpha Tau are |
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The golden letters of the mother's pin may be given to mothers |
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Alpha Sigma Tau's jewel is the pearl. |
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Taus shine in emerald and gold! |
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The beautiful yellow rose is the flower of Alpha Sigma Tau. |
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The anchor, the national symbol of Alpha Sigma Tau, symbolizes Alpha Taus of every chapter. |
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Marly and Christy show off the anchor |
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AST is unique because each chapter chooses its own local mascot in addition to the national symbol. Delta Chi's local mascot is the turtle. |
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Delta Chi's local symbol is the clover. Like the turtle, the clover is a chapter tradition dating back to the days as local sorority Gamma Phi. |
The values dearly embraced by the Delta Chi Chapter are
Sisterhood, Self-development, Integrity, and Helping Others.











