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About Sigma Tau Delta

Name and Motto

The name Sigma Tau Delta comes from the Greek letters representing the first letter of each of the words of the official motto: Sincerity, Truth, Design. These foundational values are, according to our founder, "elements fundamental to written expression," and they underly as a whole the creative, critical, and teaching aspects of English language and literature.

See first that the design is wise and just: that ascertained, pusure it resolutely; do not for one repulse forgoe the purpose that you resolved to effect.

William Shakespeare

...the words are in poetry what the colors are in painting. If the design be good, and the draught be true, the coloring is the first beauty that strikes the eye.

John Dryden

Pledge

I shall endeavor to advance the study of the chief literary masterpieces, to encourage worthwhile reading, to promote the mastery of written expression, and to foster a spirit of fellowship among students specializing in the English langauge and literature, ever keeping in mind our international motto: Sincerity, Truth, Design.

Official Seal

The official seal can be found on all official documents of the society:

Colors

Cardinal and black.

Symbol

The rose. Why the Rose?