Real. Strong. Women.
By Allison Summers, assistant director of education and leadership initiatives As the world embarks on a journey to better understand the current realities of social distancing and shelter-in-place orders, it is important as a community to better understand what this can mean for those impacted by unhealthy relationships, domestic violence and sexual assault. Safety is […]
Alpha Chi Omega makes a promise to empower each member to become the best version of herself. Regardless of where and when you first benefited from the Real. Strong. Women.® Experience, it continues providing an ever-growing network that supports you throughout life. As we face the COVID-19 pandemic, our hearts are with you. While there […]
By Lauren Filippini (Alpha Chi, Butler), editor As the world grapples with the impact of COVID-19, Alpha Chi Omega recognizes the effects on our sisterhood. Campuses are closing, events are being canceled and social distancing is keeping us away from each other. As a relationship-based organization, Alpha Chi Omega relies on the connections between sisters. […]
By Jen Wallach (Iota Chi, Middle Tennessee State University), Associate Director of Education and Leadership Initiatives As with most things, the advancement of time brings about change in Alpha Chi Omega. Since 1885, we’ve seen our sisterhood grow from one chapter to 146 (with more to come!), from seven Founders to 280,000 initiated members. Just […]
By Molly Haeg (Alpha Lambda, University of Minnesota), chapter consultant Ahh, the end of February. Our northern friends are finally starting to thaw, our snowbirds are starting to head home, and our most adventurous collegians and families are starting to pack for the highly anticipated spring break trip. To help you prepare all for the […]
Never been to an Alpha Chi Omega convention before? Here’s what you can expect in Baltimore! You will perform the business of the Fraternity. Delegates will vote on the next National Council and other business. You will learn about Alpha Chi and yourself. Dozens of education sessions will help you develop personally, professionally and in […]
By Macy Gates (Alpha Chi, Butler University), Marketing and Communications Intern February is MacDowell Month. A month dedicated to celebrating Alpha Chi Omega’s musical heritage. This MacDowell Month, we’re celebrating one of our members who is not only a patron, but a role model in the arts. Stephanie McCranie (Gamma Chi, Stetson University) has experienced […]
By Jessie Rogowski (Alpha Chi, Butler University) “Wow, there are a LOT of talented people in New York City,” I kept saying to myself as I watched the audition line trickle down, closer and closer to my turn. Here I was, at an Into the Woods audition, sweating from anxiety of strangers about to judge […]
By Allison Summers, assistant director of education and leadership initiatives In honor of our patron goddess Hera, Alpha Chi Omegas dedicate themselves on Hera Day, March 1, to aid the happiness and well-being of others. Let’s reflect on the meaning and purpose of Hera Day. In 1910, Hera was selected as Alpha Chi Omega’s patron […]
Our local convention volunteer chairs, Liza Pugliese Hallsten (Alpha Omega, Birmingham-Southern College) and Jenna Massoni (Beta Pi, Washington College), share their favorites in Baltimore. They can’t wait to welcome you to their city for the 61st National Convention! What are your favorite sites in Baltimore? Liza: I love visiting the Inner Harbor restaurants and the […]