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Sisterhood Events
Famous Phis
Philanthropy
History
Symbols
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Symbols
The symbols of
Alpha Phi are our outwards signs
of the love and respect we have for
each other
and Alpha Phi. These symbols bind Alpha Phis throughout the
world!
Alpha Phi Badge
The official badge of Alpha Phi is an unjeweled monogram of gold, showing the symbol of Alpha superimposed
upon the symbol of Phi. Inscribed in black on the symbol Phi are the
letters a, o, e. The meaning of these letters is reserved for the
initiation ceremony. Alpha Phi was the first women's organization to use
Greek letters as an emblem. In 1906, this standard badge was adopted for
all Alpha Phis.
New Member Badge
In 1898, the Fraternity
adopted a special badge to honor her newest members. It is in the shape
of an ivy leaf, set in silver pewter. An every-growing vine, the ivy
symbolizes the growth of the Alpha Phi sisterhood.
Fraternity Crest
The Crest is the
Alpha Phi coat-of-arms, adopted by Convention delegates in 1922. The
shield is bordeaux with a scroll and ivy leaf above it. Inscribed on the
scroll is the public motto "Union, hand in hand." The meaning of the
symbols depicted on the crest is a significant part of the ritual
witnessed at Initiations. The use of the Fraternity crest is reserved
for jewelry, sportswear and other equipment befitting the dignity and
honor of Alpha Phi's heritage.
Fraternity Colors
In 1879, Alpha Phi adopted these more distinctive colors. Members
wear their colors in the form of a ribbon under their badge to
acknowledge special occasions, the installation of a new chapter, the
anniversary of their chapter's installation or the celebration of Alpha
Phi Founder's Day (Oct, 10th).
Fraternity Flowers
The dazzling blue and
gold Forget-Me-Not, symbolizing remembrance.
Lilies of the
Valley consist of clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers that
hang from a single stem. Known for their sweet fragrance, their scent
has inspired countless perfumes.
Ivy symbolizes the intertwining of intellectual, philanthropical and
social pursuits. It is also symbolic of the way in which our lives
become intertwined with one another's as we become friends and sisters
in Alpha Phi.
Alpha Phi Bear
The mascot of Alpha Phi, the "Phi Bear," is named after Ursa Major, the
Great Bear, and was adopted in 1974.
Others
The Honor Badge is worn by
international officers, Educational Leadership Consultants, and
Collegiate Chapter Presidents.
The Fifty-Year Pins are silver circles with red stones. First
presented at the 42nd Convention in 1958, they are replicas of the pins
presented to the six living founders at the Fraternity's Fiftieth
Anniversary Convention in 1922.
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