Alpha Chi Omega
Colors: scarlet and olive green- chosen to commemorate the Fraternity's autumn
Symbol: Greek lyre- instrument played by the Greek Gods on Mt. Olympus, symbolizing
the first fraternity founded in the school of music.
Animal: Koala
Flower: red carnation-exemplifying the colors of the fraternity
Date founded: October, 15 1885
First chapter: Alpha Chapter at Depauw University in Greencastle, Indiana
Philanthropy: Our national philanthropy is supporting the fight against domestic violence. Locally we support SafePlace Center, a shelter for battered women, men and children, through our annual Burnt Orange Bowl Flag Football tournament and Diaper Drive.
Famous alumnae: Jayne Jayroe Gamble 1967 Miss America; Deidre Downs- 2005 Miss America; Meredith Monroe- Andie McPhee on the television series “Dawsons Creek"; Dr. Condoleezza Rice- Current U.S. Secretary of State; Trista Rehn Sutter- ABC original Bachelorette.
Local Chapter website: www.texasachio.com
National Headquarters:
5939 Castle Creek Pkwy N. Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46250
317.579.5050
National Website:
http://www.alphachiomega.org