Alpha Chi Omega is a national women's organization that enriches the
lives of
both its collegiate and alumnae members through lifetime opportunities for
friendship,
leadership, learning, and service.
The purpose of Alpha Chi Omega, as stated in the Constitution, is
- to encourage
the true spirit of sisterhood,
- to develop through
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and
- to advance the appreciation
and practice of fine arts among its members.
With
collegiate chapters on more than 130 campuses nationwide and more than
135,000
initiated members, Alpha Chi Omega is one of the
largest national women's fraternities. Our Fraternity was founded in 1885
at
Depauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, by seven young
women in the school of music. While a background in music is no
longer a requirement for membership, Alpha Chi collegians and
alumnae today continue to support and enjoy the arts.