It is used by the fraternity upon its official stationery, membership certificates, and other documents.
The Shield may be used only by official members of the fraternity on stationery, jewelry, and other personal effects. Its connotation, or meaning, is revealed by the initiation ritual. The Shield of Iota Phi Theta (significantly, not a “crest” or “Coat of arms”) is the most commonly used symbol of the Fraternity. Official Flower: Yellow Rose (Chosen by Eternal Sweetheart, Ms. Official Colors: Charcoal Brown (PMS 469) & Gilded Gold (PMS 871 Metallic) Motto: “Building A Tradition, Not Resting Upon One” Purpose: “The Development and Perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.” Founding Place: Morgan State University – Baltimore, Maryland
