October 23, 1897 at State Female Normal School (now Longwood University), Farmville, Virginia
Membership:
Nearly 200,000 throughout the world; 130 active collegiate chapters and 493 chartered alumnae associations nationwide
National Headquarters:
3205 Players Lane, Memphis, Tennessee 38125 (901) 748-1897; (800) 536-1897
Symbols & Mascots:
Nautilus Shell, Dagger, Teddy Bear and Katydid
Colors:
Olive Green and Pearl White
Jewels:
Diamonds, Emeralds, and Pearls
Flowers:
White Rose