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The Symbols of Alpha Phi
The symbols of Alpha Phi are outward signs of the high regard and love we have for each other and for Alpha Phi. Treat these symbols with respect by upholding the high ideals and standards which bind Alpha Phis throughout the world.
The Symbols We Hold Dear
Alpha Phi Badge
The official badge of Alpha Phi is an unjeweled monogram of gold showing the symbol of Alpha superimposed upon the symbol of Phi. Inscribed in black on the symbol Phi are the letters a, o, e. The meaning of these letters is reserved for the initiation ceremony.
New Member Pin
When women join Alpha Phi, they are given our beautiful new member pin. The pin is fashioned in the shape of an ivy leaf and is set in pewter. New members wear this pin until initiation, after which, they will receive the official Alpha Phi badge. The ivy leaf represents the way our lives intertwine with one another's as we become friends and sisters in Alpha Phi.
Symbol
he ivy leaf is perhaps our most recognizable symbol. The ivy leaf is reflected in our new member pin and is part of our crest. Ivy symbolizes the intertwining of intellectual, philanthropical and social pursuits. It is also symbolic of the way in which our lives become intertwined with one another's as we become friends and sisters in Alpha Phi.
Coat of Arms
The Fraternity Crest is the Alpha Phi coat-of-arms, adopted by Convention delegates in 1922. The shield is bordeaux with a scroll and ivy leaf above it. Inscribed on the scroll is the public motto, "Union Hand In Hand." A bar of silver crosses the shield from left to right; the upper half of the shield contains a Roman lamp in silver and the lower half, Ursa Major.
Flowers
The flowers of Alpha Phi are the Lily-of-the-Valley and the sentimental Forget-Me-Not. The blue and gold of the forget-me-not remind us of our fraternity's original colors.
This flower also reminds Alpha Phis to always remember their sisters.
Lilies of the Valley consist of clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers that hang from a single stem (see the large image on the right). Known for their sweet fragrance, their scent has inspired countless perfumes.
Colors
Silver and Bordeaux are Alpha Phi's rich and distinct colors.
Alpha Phi's original colors were blue and gold. In 1879, noting that a fraternity had colors too similar to hers, Alpha Phi adopted the more distinctive colors of silver and bordeaux.
Members wear their colors in the form of a ribbon of silver/gray and bordeaux, under their badge to acknowledge special occasions, the installation of a new chapter, the anniversary of their chapter's installation or the celebration of Alpha Phi Founders' Day, October 10.
Mascot
Our mascot is the "Phi Bear," whose name is taken from the Greek words "Ursa Major," or the "Great Bear."
Alpha Phi International adopted the Phi Bear as its mascot in 1974. 
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