Kansas State Council of ESA

History of our Organization

Pledge Lesson Number 6

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Read pages 2 – 3- and 4 of “The Ideals of ESA” booklet for this lesson under the heading About ESA.

As a pledge, you will learn over time the rich legacy that ESA has had as a women’s organization. We have transitioned over time to make ESA pertinent to today’s member. You will note that we began our organization as a book club in 1929 so education has always been a part of emphasis and our rich history. Beginning as a women’s organization in this time period, it shows you that ESA knew the value of women and her place in society as a dynamic and contributing force. The 20th century brought about great changes for women in America and ESA was a part of that dynamics.

The “community” base has also been a very important aspect of our historical development. Historically, we have also been in tune to the constant development of the well-balanced individual, so in every real sense ESA looks “holistically” at being a member of this organization. Once more let me remind you that the member chooses whether or not they wish to participate in the ESA programs so we are also very “democratic” with how we operate within the organization.

Each chapter in ESA develops its own history. That's what makes the glue that keeps your specific group together. If they haven't already - It would be good if your chapter would give you some history about the chapter you have joined. So at your next meeting ask the President to devote 10 minutes or so to tell you a little history specific to your own chapter. It doesn't have to take up much time but it’s important for your bonding with them as you become a part of their history. It is important that you get a historical perspective from the entire membership of your chapter.

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Enter your personal information before proceeding to the questions in Lesson 6.

Pledge Name & Chapter:		City:
E-Mail Address:		Date Submitted:

Response question #1. Write a short paragraph on the history of your chapter. (It can include whatever you want but might include some of the following: when chartered – favorite charities – what they do to have fun – what they think is the best glue that keeps them together – etc.)


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Answer the following Lesson 6 questions below:

2. When (date) and where (state) was ESA Chartered as a national non-collegiate sorority?

3. What are the three aspects of member development that ESA promotes?

4. What woman is credited for founding ESA?

5. How old do you have to be to become a member of ESA?

6. What was the original program of ESA focused on?

7. It was WWII that began to change ESA’s focus to include public service and philanthropic projects. What organizations did ESA support as a war related charities?

8. After WWII ESA became one of the first groups to support what two projects to cure polio?

9. When did ESA adopt St Jude as its International project?

10. What famous movie star came to ESA and asked for assistance with raising money for St. Jude? He became an honorary sister of ESA.

11. When did ESA become international and where was it located first?

12. When was the first collegiate chapter formed and where?

13. Is ESA a member of the Pan-Hellenic fraternities on college campuses?

14. What is the only right we have as an ESA member and is the cornerstone of the “spirit” of ESA?

15. Are individual interests and personal growth encouraged in ESA chapters or do all chapters have to support the same programs?


Any questions that you may need answered at this point?

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