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Discover the rich history of the Southeast District (SED) of Tau Beta Sigma, from the adoption of Spike and the beloved pineapple symbolizing hospitality, to the fascinating journey of the Shells mascot. Spike was embraced in [year unspecified], representing the welcoming spirit characteristic of the South. The Shells mascot came to life through a contest in 2006, with an evolution leading to the current design in 2010. Fun fact: our mascot was nearly a cockroach! Explore how these symbols embody the essence and traditions of the SED.
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How many national presidents came from the SED? 2 Debbie Baker Deborah Harris Kaplan Beta Xi Beta Xi 2003-2005 1977-1999 University of Florida University of Florida
When was Spike adopted into the SED Spike was adopted into the Southeast District in _____. The pineapple was adopted because of its universal sign for hospitality. Very characteristic of the South.
When was Shells adopted into the SED? Shells was adopted as a beloved mascot of the Southeast District of Tau Beta Sigma after an official contest was put on by the Southeast District Council to create the first physical mascot in 2006. There were two entries, one by Rachel Shifrin (Gamma Epsilon) and another by Stephanie Shealey and Elise Beisecker (Epsilon Theta).The entry put in by Gamma Epsilon was the winning design. The original winning design experienced a lot of wear and tear. So in 2010, the SED council held another contest, which is the current mascot we know today made by Njeri Chasseau (Epsilon Theta).
Did you know our mascot was almost a cockroach?! During some discussion on what the mascot should be, Wava actually suggested a cockroach. This was because they get everywhere and are impossible to kill.
