Alpha Delta Pi's History

Founded on May 15, 1851, at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia

Alpha Delta Pi holds the distinction for being the first secret society in the world for college women

The qualifications for membership have remained unchanged through the years:
scholarship, high principles of behavior and true friendships

Six young women founded The Adelphean Society: (from left to right) Eugenia Tucker (Fitzgerald),
Ella Pierce (Turner), Octavia Andrew (Rush), Mary Evans (Glass), Sophronia Woodruff (Dews),
Elizabeth Williams (Mitchell) (not pictured).

Visit Alpha Delta Pi's international website at: http://www.alphadeltapi.org/

 

Zeta Psi's History

The Zeta Psi Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi was chartered at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro on March 28, 1981. The president before the chapter was chartered was Nancy Sherill. The president after the chapter was chartered was Jill Pavey. Zeta Psi had its first on campus mixer with Lambda Chi Alpha on November 20, 1980.

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The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority

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.