Theta Phi Alpha is a national women’s social fraternity, and is a member of the National Panhellenic Conference. The mission of Theta Phi Alpha encompasses far more than providing a social network for college women. For more than 100 years, the sisters of Theta Phi Alpha have maintained a history rich in educational excellence, professional achievement, and a deep commitment to social service.
Theta Phi Alpha was founded at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor by ten women in August of 1912. This group of young women sought what all new students seek when they enroll on a college campus, a feeling of being home. (keep) By joining together, they provided support and friendship to one another to meet the challenges that they faced, and to create an organization that would enable future generations to share that bond.
OUR MISSION
To create close comradeship, to advance educational, social and philanthropic interests and leadership training; to encourage spiritual development and adherence to the highest moral standards; and to promote lifelong bonds of friendship.
OUR CREED
Justice to each fellow man
Wisdom in each deed and plan
Loyalty to every friend
Faith that sorrow can transcend
Truth to God and truth to self
Honor valued over wealth
This is the creed that in us lies
The creed of loyal Theta Phis.
The white rose for its purity
The sapphire blue for loyalty
The compass for its needle sure
That holds our course firm and secure
The silver for a precious faith
That knows no end not even death
This is the creed that in us lies
The creed of loyal Theta Phis.
VISION
Theta Phi Alpha aims to create an experience for our members to live their individual truths, grow their self awareness, and cultivate lifelong friendships.
SYMBOLS
The symbols of the fraternity—including its colors, jewels, flower, and mascot—showcase the unique personality of Theta Phi Alpha. Our mascot, the penguin, was chosen in the 1980s because it is the symbol of friendship. On all of our campuses, you’ll see our sisters proudly promoting our letters and symbols on banners, sweatshirts, bumper stickers, and wherever else you can squeeze in the three Greek letters.
Official Colors
silver, gold, blue
Official Jewels
sapphire, pearl
Official Symbol
the compass
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Coat of Arms
The coat of arms is a crest consisting of gold, blue and silver design elements. Read More
Official Flower
The official flower of Theta Phi Alpha is the white rose.
Penguin
Officially adopted as the Theta Phi Alpha mascot in 1987.