PARENTS
Being part of any Greek organization is an experience of a lifetime. We are excited that your daughter is considering joining AOΠ and would like to provide you with some more information.
Sisterhood
We pride ourselves on sisterhood. Alpha Omicron Pi encourages our members to recognize what is distinctive in each of us, to develop our individual talents. Through this we are able to strengthen our bonds of friendship while remaining true to our own identities. As represented by one of our symbols, the sheaf of wheat, we are many individuals united by a common bond. We strive to accomplish more as one group, while proudly acknowledging that our real strength lies in the uniqueness of each member.
Traditions
The rich traditions of Alpha Omicron Pi will become a part of your daughter’s everyday life. Her days in AOΠ will be full of big/little sister activities, sisterhood retreats, fund raisers, community service, social activities, and so much more. She will participate in the Rituals of AOII, which are simple and beautiful ceremonies based on love for each other and the world.
Hazing Policy
A tradition you will not find in AOΠ is hazing. AOΠ has absolutely no tolerance for hazing in any way, shape, or form. Alcohol abuse and misuse is one of the biggest issues facing collegians today. AOΠ is committed to working with our collegians to educate them on the effects of alcohol comsumption and to increase their awareness. AOΠ has also developed an award-winning, educational program on suicide awareness and prevention, as well as other important issues facing college women today.
The Greek Advantage
You will find that becoming a member of a sorority will have a profound effect on your daughter’s life. According to the Research Initiative conducted by The Center for Advanced Social Research at the University of Missouri-Columbia, membership in a fraternity or sorority has several positive impacts. Fraternity or sorority membership increased student retention approximately 28% more than non-Greek students. Greek alumni also tend to be more successful financially than other graduates. After factoring out the effects of parents’ education level, gender and year of graduation, the Center found fraternity or sorority membership correlated positively with higher income. The study also found that Greeks are more involved in campus and community activities both as students and as graduates.
Lifelong Learning
Fulfilling the Promise, Live. Learn. Lead. Serve. is the program which outlines our Fraternity's education. AOΠ promises to be ever present and to strengthen and support each member throughout her lifetime. Individually we commit to live the values of our organization, to strive for excellence in learning, to lead with integrity, and to be of service to our organization and the community. The mutual commitment makes the bond ever strong as each of us strives to fulfull her promise.
Chapter Programming
Another benefit of membership in AOΠ is that your daughter will participate in outstanding chapter programming. Many practical and necessary educational lessons are never taught in the classroom. Through our educational programs, your daughter will learn many important “life-skills” including time management, alcohol awareness, healthy living, etiquette, suicide awareness and safety. The lessons your daughter will learn will be varied and tailored to your daughter’s chapter.
Friendship for a Lifetime
Like AOΠ's four founders, our members continue to hold true to the belief that AOΠ is for a lifetime by becoming involved as alumnae members. Today, there are 250 alumnae chapters across North America that gather to share their love for AOΠ. Our dedicated alumnae continue to serve AOΠ and the community through service projects, serving as network advisers, and assisting with their local collegiate chapter.
