Who We Are
Kappa Alpha Theta is an international organization with college and alumnae chapters throughout the United States and Canada. The Fraternity is a not-for-profit Indiana corporation, with headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Mission Statement
Yesterday, today, and tomorrow, Kappa Alpha Theta exists to nurture each member throughout her college and alumnae experience and to offer a lifelong opportunity for social, intellectual, and moral growth as she meets the higher and broader demands of mature life.
Fraternity Purpose
The intellectual ambition of the Fraternity shall be the attainment of highest scholarship. The social aim of the Fraternity shall be to exercise the widest influence for good. The moral aim of the Fraternity shall be the standard of love.
Organization Facts
Our Symbol: The Kite-Shaped Badge with Two Twin Stars
Our Colors: Black and Gold
Our Flower: The Black and Gold Pansy
Our Crest: The Coat of Arms
National Founding Date: January 27, 1870
Founders: Bettie Locke Hamilton, Bettie Tipton Lindsey, Alice Allen Brant, Hannah Fitch Shaw
Philanthropy: CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
Nickname: Theta