Theta Phi Alpha was founded at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on August 30th, 1912.
The Beta Alpha chapter, here at Stony Brook University, was established on September 13th, 1987.

Flower: White Rose

Jewels: Sapphire and Pearl

Colors: silver ,gold ,blue.

Symbol: Compass

Mascot: Penguin

National Philanthropy: Glenmary Home Missioners

Local Philanthropy: Hope House in Port Jefferson

Other philanthropic work includes:

Breast Cancer Walk Awareness

Break Cancer Walk

Aids Walk

Blood drives

Child Sponsorship

Special Olympics

Toys for Tots

Habitat for Humanity

Hunger Banquet

Oxfam America

Can Food Drives

Winter Clothing Drives

Adopt-a-Highway

Children Hospital (Stony Brook Hospital)