I Believe In Alpha Delta Pi...

I believe that my sorority is more than just 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 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 to do my 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 the four points symbolized by our diamond-shaped badge: first, strengthening my own character and personality; second, watching my attitudes to ward 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 friendly hands clasped in the Adelphean bonds of fellowship will lead me to achieve a rich and useful life.

I spent this weekend at the Alpha Delta Pi District Leadership Conference for District IV in Indianapolis, Indiana. I'd never been to Indiana before, and I can hardly say I have been now considering I literally didn't go outside the entire time, but I can say I had an absolutely amazing time.

I got to spend two days with sisters from across the midwest growing in our sisterhood and in my own leadership abilities as Guard. Most importantly, I got to grow deeply in my sisterhood with my sister officers. From rapping ADPi songs that are meant to be sung sweetly, to rewriting some of our favorite television show theme songs to be about ADPi, down to creating some of the most obnoxious inside jokes to drive the rest of our sisters insane, I have grown so much closer to my fellow ADPi Huskers and I can't wait to share what I've learned in our chapter meeting today.

So much happened, some of which I can't tell you because not all of you reading this are initiated members of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, and some of which I can't tell you because it's chapter secrets, but I can tell you that I am so thankful I am able to be a member of this wonderful sorority and I hope that everyone can become a part of an organization that so deeply shares their values, whether that be another Sorority (Panhellenic or not), a Fraternity, or any other collegiate organization that really takes you in as a member of family.

For me, Alpha Delta Pi was that place, and the creed, which I opened this post with, speaks to me on such a deep level. At the conference, we each received a little card, about credit card sized, with the creed and our crest printed on it. I now carry it in my wallet as a constant reminder to live by the principles set forth by our founders back in 1851.

As hard as it is to go back to my classes and my complicated collegiate life, if I keep these principles close to my heart and strive to be a well-balanced person, I will be able to take on anything, both in my college life, and for the rest of my life.

I believe in Alpha Delta Pi.