Founded: 1885 at DePauw University. The sorority creates “Real, Strong Women” and supports the values of academic interest, character, leadership ability, and service.
Colors: Scarlet red, olive green
National philanthropy: Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, violence awareness.
Motto: “Together Let Us Seek the Heights”
For more information, visit our national website, http://www.alphachiomega.org.
At the University of Lynchburg: Iota Omicron Chapter
Philanthropy: The Iota Omicron chapter at the University of Lynchburg supports a philanthropy centered around domestic violence awareness. Locally, the chapter helps support the local domestic violence shelter. Not only does the chapter create funds to benefit the shelter, but members are also able to volunteer at the shelter and interact with those affected by domestic violence.