Alpha Delta Pi
we live for each other
Alpha Eta Chapter | Kansas State University
Timeline
1851: Alpha Delta Pi was founded by Eugenia Tucker on May 15th as the Adelphean Society, making it the first secret society for women.
1905: The Adelphean Society changed its name to Alpha Delta Phi and became a national organization.
1913: The name was changed again to Alpha Delta Pi to avoid confusion with a men's fraternity of the same name.
1915: The Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi was founded at Kansas State University.
1934: The Central Office was moved from Hotel Claremont in Berkley, California
1948: The Central Office moved to Kansas City, Missouri
1951: Alpha Delta Pi held its Centennial Convention at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia
2001: Alpha Delta Pi became the first sorority in the world to turn 150 years old
Our History
We are proud that Alpha Delta Pi was the first secret society for college women. Our founders Eugenia Tucker Fitzgerald, Elizabeth Williams Mitchell, Sophronia Woodruff Dews, Octavia Andrew Rush, Mary Evans Glass, and Ella Pierce Turner started this first secret society named the Adelphean Society at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia, May 15, 1851. The name comes from the Greek word for sister. To date, Alpha Delta Pi has over 155 collegiate chapters.
In addition to the Constitution, the Founders selected the native woodland violet as the official flower. They chose colors—azure blue for friendship and white for sincerity and truth. They embraced the motto Eugenia had selected, “We Live for Each Other,” and they selected the clasped hands as a symbol of friendship. In 1852, just one year after the founding, the blue and white ribbon badge was replaced with a diamond-shaped badge with clasped hands. Modifications have been made over the years, but the diamond shape with clasped hands remains the same.
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Our Motto
Our open motto, “We live for each other,” captures the core of Alpha Delta Pi's foundation: sisterhood. It’s a guiding principle that shapes how we support and care for one another, reflecting the deep bonds we share as sisters.
Our Colors
Azure, Adelphean, and Midnight Blue are the official colors of Alpha Delta Pi. Diamond White, Sand, Woodland Violet, and Horizon Grey also represent the brand. Blue is symbolic of friendship, the basic spirit upon which Alpha Delta Pi is founded. White symbolizes sincerity and truth. Alpha Delta Pi seeks these qualities in all its members.
Our Flower
The Woodland Violet, which grows wild, is the official flower. Because it is unavailable for purchase, African violets are often used to symbolize the Woodland Violet.
Our Mascot
The lion is the mascot of Alpha Delta Pi. Our mascot is nicknamed "Alphie."