Delta Delta Delta
Baker University - Lamba Chapter - Estb. 1895
Let Us Steadfastly Love One Another
Delta Delta Delta was founded at Boston University on November 27, 1888 by Sarah Ida Shaw and Eleanor Dorcas Pond. In 1999, the Fraternity partnered with St. Jude, and has been raising money for the philanthropy ever since.
Significant Symbols

Three symbols were chosen to represent the three stages of growth and development among Tri Delta Members; The pearl, the pine, and the pansy.
The pearl is the jewel of Tri Delta. It was chosen to symbolize new members because it is the one jewel that grows, developing from a tiny grain of sand into a thing of great value and beauty.
The pine tree symbolizes Tri Delta's collegiate members because it represents growth and lofty aspirations.
The pansy is Tri Delta's flower. It symbolizes alumnae membership and the third step in the lifetime development of Delta Delta Delta members.
A dolphin was chosen because it was considered a good omen by the ancient Greeks. It symbolizes rebirth, friendship and leadership.In Tri Delta, the dolphin is symbolic of clear skies and smooth sailing, and has special significance for Fraternity leaders.
Poseidon is the Greek patron of Tri Delta. Poseidon is the god of the sea, and one of the three rulers of the universe.
Tri Delta's colors are silver, gold and cerulean blue. Green is also significant for Tri Delta as it represents the union of the three colors
The Purpose

The purpose of Delta Delta Delta shall be to establish a perpetual bond of friendship among its members, to develop a stronger and more womanly character, to broaden the moral and intellectual life, and to assist its members in every possible way.
It shall also be the purpose of Delta Delta Delta to promote and develop mutually beneficial relationships between the Fraternity and the colleges and universities where the Fraternity has established chapters, to develop qualities of unselfish leadership among its members, and to encourage them to assume, with integrity and devotion to moral and democratic principles , the highest responsibilities of college women.
Quick Facts
The are currently 138 collegiate chapters and 261 alumnae chapters
A total of 13,664 collegians and 193,495 living alumnae.
The Headquarters are located at 2331 Brookhollow Plaza Drive in Arlington, Texas.
The national website is www.tridelta.org
Tri Delta was the first sorority to regularly publish its quarterly magazine, The Trident. (1891)
Notable members have been involved in: beauty pageants, business and education, entertainment media, news media, literature, politics, and sports.