The following are the symbols of Delta Kappa Gamma. It was very noisy at Ernesto’s during the initiation ceremony in April and difficult to hear what our Society’s symbols are and what they stand for. I think it’s important for new members to know (and older members refresh their memories) our symbols The descriptions are taken from the "Ceremonies" handbook.

The colors of Delta Kappa Gamma are crimson and gold. Crimson is for the courage which must those who achieve success and attain leadership in our profession. Gold is for the faith and the loyalty, which we pledge to our fellow members and to the high ideals of our Society.

Our flower is the red rose, a fit emblem of mature womanhood and of the beauty of mind and spirit which ennobles the true teacher and friend of youth.

Our key is the golden ellipse. It is emblematic of the two foci from which is drawn the orbit of the activities of Delta Kappa Gamma- organization and work of each for all. Across its center, the ellipse bears the Greek letters for Delta Kappa Gamma. A wreath of laurel leaves symbolizes the distinction, which those who wear this key have achieved and must continue to deserve. The scyphus symbolizes the cup of knowledge, which we hold to the lips of youth.

Our coat-of-arms consists of a red shield across which is a band of gold. Three Tudor roses symbolizing the basic ideals of the Society- Friendship, Loyalty, and Helpfulness- are superimposed on the band. The flaming lamp in the upper right signifies scholarship. The open book in the lower left signifies knowledge. The laurel sprays, issuing from the scroll on which is inscribed the Greek name of the Society, are the traditional symbols of achievement. Above the shield surrounded by a smaller wreath is the graceful cup, important symbol of Delta Kappa Gamma. Below this wreath is a "torse" of red and gold, signifying inspiration.