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Members of Iota Delta Chapter standing on the front steps of the IHQ after the 2002 Deranian President's Conference. Founded: Norwich University; Norwich, Vermont; April 10, 1856

Motto: "Extend the Helping Hand"

Maxim: "Alma Mater First, Theta Chi for Alma Mater"

Colors: The Military Red and White of the American flag

Magazine: "The Rattle"

Number of Initiated Members since Founding: 150,000

Number of Active Chapters: 136

Location of International Headquarters:  Indianapolis, Indiana

New Member Education Program: 4-1-4 Program

Membership Program: Leadership, Education, and Academic Development Program (L.E.A.D.)

National Convention: Even numbered years in varying U.S. cities

Chapter Leadership Conference: Odd number at carying chapter campuses

Deranian President's Conference: Indianapolis, Indiana, first weekend of January

Mid-Year Leadership Challenges:  Various Campuses in U.S. (4 sites in fall and spring)

Famous Alumnus Brothers:
            Lee Iacocca - Former CEO, Chrysler Corporation
            General John M. Shalikashvili - Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
            Harry Reasoner - Former Executive Producer and Editor "60 Minute"
            Charles Addams - Creator of "The Addams Family"
            Alfred D. Lynch - Past President and CEO of JC Penny International Inc.
            Steven Speilberg - Film Producer and Director
A jersey autographed by brother Steven. It is kept in a glass case at the IHQ in Indianapolis.