What's your GLO's creed?

[SAEalumnus]

Assuming every GLO has some form of public/exoteric creed, I thought it might be enlightening for each of us to share.

I'll start. SAE's creed is The True Gentleman.

The True Gentleman

The True Gentleman is the man whose conduct proceeds from good will and an acute sense of propriety, and whose self-control is equal to all emergencies; who does not make the poor man conscious of his poverty, the obscure man of his obscurity, or any man of his inferiority or deformity; who is himself humbled if necessity compels him to humble another; who does not flatter wealth, cringe before power, or boast of his own possessions or achievements; who speaks with frankness but always with sincerity and sympathy; whose deed follows his word; who thinks of the rights and feelings of others, rather than his own; and who appears well in any company, a man with whom honor is sacred and virtue safe.

- John Walter Wayland

Alpha Gamma Delta has the Purpose



To gain understanding that wisdom may be vouchsafed to me.

To develop and prize health and vigor of body.

To cultivate acquaintance with many whom I meet.

To cherish friendships with but a chosen few and to study the perfecting of those friendships.

To welcome the opportunity of contributing to the world's work in the community where I am placed because of the joy of service thereby bestowed and the talent of leadership multiplied.

To honor my home, my country, my religious faith.

To hold truth inviolable, sincerity essential, and kindness invaluable.

To covet beauty in environment, manner, word, and thought.

To possess high ideals and to attain somewhat unto them.

This shall be my Purpose that those who know me may esteem Alpha Gamma Delta for her attainments, revere her for her Purpose, and love her for her womanhood.

[KDwxgrrl]

We also have a Purpose, Object, and Mission Statement. We have all bases covered.

Every single one of which we have to memorize during the new member program.

[polarpi]

The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi

I have my copy framed and sitting on my dresser to remind me everyday of what I should strive toward!

[honeychile]

Upon her retirement as grand president, Caralee Strock Stanard gave a keynote speech in which she proposed "The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi."

Caralee ended her speech with these instructions:

"A creed is a way of life. Alpha Delta Pi's creed is yours and mine, building our footsteps as we go through sunshine and storm, teaching us that if only we have it so, everyone will have her long fair summer day of sun. Our sky is gleaming blue and white. A silvered canopy by day, with stars by night."


[color=royal blue]The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi

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 open 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 of doing the 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 our diamond-shaped badge: first, strengthening my own character and personality; second, watching my attitudes towards 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 the friendly hands in the Adelphean bonds of fellowship, will lead me to achieve a rich and useful life.[/COLOR]

~* ~ Caralee Strock Standard ~* ~

[honeychile]

Originally posted by polarpi
The Creed of Alpha Delta Pi

I have my copy framed and sitting on my dresser to remind me everyday of what I should strive toward!

Oh, sure! After I type it out!

Actually, it gave me a chance to re-memorize it! I have it next to my computer, and another copy at work. It reminds me what I'm supposed to be all about!

[BetteDavisEyes]

SIGMA KAPPA

Our Purpose, Mission, & Vision

Purpose of Sigma Kappa Membership

The purpose of Sigma Kappa Sorority is to unite its members in a bond of sincere friendship for the development of character and the promotion of social, literary, and intellectual culture to support and further the program and objectives of the colleges where its chapters are functioning; to strive for high standards of achievement-scholastically, socially, and spiritually; and to make a constructive contribution to the communities in which its collegiate and alumnae clubs are located by encouraging the exercise of the rights and obligations of good citizens and the support of worthwhile civic, social and philanthropic projects.

Sigma Kappa Sorority Mission Statement

Sigma Kappa Sorority is a social organization of collegiate and alumnae women committed to promoting the ideals of life-long friendship, intellectual and spiritual fulfillment and service for the greater good. Sigma Kappa Sorority Vision Statement

The vision of Sigma Kappa is to be a premiere Sorority, forever achieving excellence in our chapters and among our members and influencing the lives of others.

[AGDee]

In addition to our Purpose, we also have:

Vision:
Inspire the Woman. Impact the World.

Mission:
Alpha Gamma Delta is an international fraternity for women that exists to provide opportunities for personal development through the spirit of sisterhood.

We support lifelong learning as a means to gain understanding and wisdom.
We promote the value of fraternal membership and commitment to higher education.
We help prepare members to contribute to the world’s work.
We advocate lifetime involvement in Alpha Gamma Delta.

[DeltAlum]

THE DELT CREED

I BELIEVE in Delta Tau Delta for the education of youth and the inspiration of maturity so that I may better learn and live the truth.


I BELIEVE in Delta Tau Delta as a shrine of international brotherhood: her cornerstone friendship, her foundation conscience, her columns aspiration, her girders self-restraint, her doorway opportunity, her windows understanding, her buttresses loyalty, her strength the Everlasting Arms.


I BELIEVE in Delta Tau Delta as an abiding influence to help me do my work, fulfill my obligations, maintain my self-respect, and bring about that happy life wherein I may more truly love my fellow men, serve my country, and obey my God.

Our motto is Living Lives of Excellence.

[polarpi]

Originally posted by honeychile
Oh, sure! After I type it out!

Actually, it gave me a chance to re-memorize it! I have it next to my computer, and another copy at work. It reminds me what I'm supposed to be all about!

It's okay I was just too tired (read: lazy ) to type it all out!

Thanks, Honey!

[Optimist Prime]

I believe in Theta Chi, its traditions and its ideals. Born of sturdy manhood, nutured by resolute men, enobled by high and sacred purpose, it has taken its place among the educational institutions of america, as a promoter of knowledge, an advacer of culture and a builder of character-----------it inspires true friendship, teaches TRUTH TEMPERANCE AND TOLERANCE extols virtue, exacts harmony and extends a helping hand to all who seek it, i believe in the primacy of alma mater, in the usefullness of my fraternity, in its infulence and its acomplishments and I shall do all my power to perpetuate its ideals, thereby serving my God, my Country, and my Fellow-man

[summer_gphib]

Gamma Phi Beta's Creed, Objective, and Open Motto:

Creed

Gamma Phi Beta from the past has given a heritage that makes a fuller life.
Gamma Phi Beta in the present bids us strive for lasting values and ideals.
Gamma Phi Beta in the days to come will prove that fundamentals can endure.
Therefore we shall embody in our lives the truths that make for finer womanhood.
Once more we pledge a loyalty that means adherence to all true and noble things;
A learning that enriches all our days with magic gold that is forever ours;
A labor that each hour will glorify the simple, common task, the common cause;
A love that will be strong and great enough to encompass and to pity all the world.

Love, Labor, Learning, Loyalty--Our Creed

Objective

To develop the highest type of womanhood through education, social life, and service to country and humanity.

Open Motto
Founded upon a Rock.

[PhiPsiRuss]

I believe that Phi Kappa Psi is a brotherhood of honorable men, courteous and cultured, who pledge throughout their lives to be generous, compassionate, and loyal comrades;

I believe that I am honor bound to strive manfully for intellectual, moral, and spiritual excellence; to help and forgive my Brothers; to discharge promptly all just debts; to give aid and sympathy to all who are less fortunate;

I believe that I am honor bound to strengthen my character and deepen my integrity; to counsel and guide my Brothers who stray from their obligations; to respect and emulate my Brothers who practice moderation in their manners and morals; to be ever mindful that loyalty to my Fraternity should not weaken loyalty to my college, but rather increase devotion to it, to my country, and to my God;

I believe that to all I meet, wherever I go, I represent not only Phi Kappa Psi, but indeed the spirit of all fraternities; thus I must ever conduct myself so as to bring respect and honor not to myself alone, but also to my Fraternity;

To the fulfillment of these beliefs, of these ideals, in the noble perfection of Phi Kappa Psi, I pledge my life and my sacred honor.

Written by John Henry Frizzell, Massachusetts Alpha 1898,
and Kent Christopher Owen, Indiana Beta 1958,
Adopted by the 1964 Grand Arch Council.

[TSteven]

I believe in fairness, decency, and good manners. I will endeavor to retain the spirit of youth. I will try to make my college, the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and my own chapter more honored by all men and women and more beloved and honestly respected by our own brothers. I say these words in all sincerity: That Sigma Chi has given me favor and distinction; that the bond of our fellowship is reciprocal; that I will endeavor to so build myself and so conduct myself that I will ever be a credit to our Fraternity. - George Ade, Purdue 1887

[aephi alum]

No open creed here.

Mission statement:
The mission of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority is to inspire and support exemplary women dedicated to friendship and a lifelong commitment to Alpha Epsilon Phi while building on the vision of our Jewish founders.

Open motto:
Multa Corda, Una Causa
Many Hearts, One Purpose