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Activities

Participation in Activities develops us into well-rounded people. We engage with others to develop outside interests and expose us to new and differing points of view. By contributing in the larger world, we demonstrate that Chi Omega makes a difference in the lives of women.

Calendar

3/13/2010 - Spring Break
3/28/2010 - Chapter Meeting
4/5/2010 - Founder's Day
4/11/2010 - Chapter Meeting
4/16/2010 - Formal
4/17/2010 - Swishes for Wishes

Chapter Updates

Another successful Make-A-Wish Event
On March 16, 2008 the women of the Phi Alpha Chapter granted one child's wish to meet Carrie Underwood. The chapter along with the local Make-A-Wish chapter held an American Idol themed event for Amber and her family where they shared the news with her that she would be meeting Carrie Underwood.

Chi Omega Sites

ChiOmega.com
EveryDay
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New Member Site
The Eleusis
Leading the Way Learning Center
Chi Omega Learning Center – Life Skills Library
Chi O Creations
Chi Omega Travel Program

Contact Us

For more information, contact us at chio@gwu.edu or check us out on Facebook.

Friendship

Friendship is what binds us to each other and to our Fraternity. The friendships we develop in Chi Omega give us a home across geography and generations and give us lasting support throughout our lives.

Graduate Resources

Thinking about attending Graduate School? Use this tool from GradView.com to find a program near you!

High Standards

Sisterhood and High Standards means that we are women of integrity and good character. We have high expectations for ourselves and for our Sisters. We strive daily to be role models to others.

Join

Membership in Chi Omega is for a lifetime. Our network of Sisters and the spirit of Chi Omega are a home wherever you are. We invite you to connect!

At a large city university like GW, adjusting to collegiate life can sometimes be overwhelming. Going through Recruitment and joining a sorority provides unforgettable memories, an enriched college experience, campus involvement and friendships that truly last a lifetime. During Recruitment, we share with you what Chi Omega is at GW: our friendships, love for service, and pride in scholarship. We look forward to meeting you in September! For more information on Panhellenic Formal Recruitment and to register, please visit the GW Greek Life Office webpage at http://gwired.gwu.edu/sac/greek/

Leaders

Name	Position
Arianna Ames	President
Gail Jankowski	Vice President
Rory Fry	Secretary
Ashanthi Eisele	Treasurer
Alli Hoff	Member Educator
Grace Hearty	Personnel Chair
Chelsea Souza	Recruitment Chair
Stephanie Benedict	Panhellenic Delegate

Links

The George Washington University
GW Greek Life
GW Panhellenic Council
The Sorority Life

Make-A-Wish Foundation

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is Chi Omega Fraternity's National Philanthropy. Since the start of our alliance, Chi Omegas have made a difference in many children's lives through volunteering time, talents, and dollars. The Make-A-Wish Foundation has honored Chi Omega for the incredible volunteer efforts of our members.

Members

Our Story

It all began on April 5, 1895, at the University of Arkansas when four young women, with the help of a local dentist, established the secrets and symbolism that today bind over 260,000 women. This small band of women founded Chi Omega after realizing a need for an organization that would foster both friendship and respect for the potential and inherent value of women. Over the years, Chi Omega has provided its members with unique opportunities in leadership, scholarship, and lifelong friendship - striving to provide each Sister with a commitment to personal integrity, excellence in academic and intellectual pursuits, intergenerational participation, community service, leadership opportunities and social enrichment.

Personal Development

Career and Personal Development prepares us for life’s work and makes us marketable regardless of the path we choose. Sisters serve as mentors and coaches along the way. Chi Omega promotes personal growth and teaches us to work earnestly at whatever we choose to do.

Photos

Bid Day 2009!

Chi O Fun

Recruitment

Chi Omega is FUN! Every year, over 5,000 young women across America join the largest women’s fraternity in the world for sisterhood and lifelong friendships.Adjusting to a large city university like GW can sometimes feel overwhelming. Going through Recruitment and joining a sorority provides unforgettable memories, an enriched college experience, campus involvement and friendships that truly last a lifetime. During Recruitment, we try to share with you what Chi Omega is at GW: our true friendships, our love of service, and pride in academics. We look forward to meeting you!

For more important dates, deadlines and information about Recruitment at GW, check out the GW Greek Life Office webpage:?http://gwired.gwu.edu/sac/greek/.

Scholarship

Sincere Learning and Creditable Scholarship means that we care about our intellectual development. We embrace the spirit and excitement of learning throughout our lives and encourage others to better themselves.

Service

Community Service means that we want to make a difference on our campuses and in our communities. We know that giving back to others unselfishly makes the world a better place and makes us better people. Serving and giving helps to connect us.

Sisters Flourish

Chi Omegas are leaders on their campuses and in their communities, homes and workplaces. The following are Chi Omega leaders and role models who have flourished in their chosen fields.

Marsha Blackburn (Phi Delta Chapter, MississippiStateUniversity)- U.S. Congresswoman representing Tennessee's Seventh District
Harper Lee (Nu Beta Chapter, University of Alabama)- Author of To Kill a Mockingbird
Angela Kinsey (Theta Kappa, BaylorUniversity)- Actress, star of The Office
Blanche Lambert Lincoln (Psi, University of Arkansas)- U.S. Senator representing Arkansas, youngest woman elected to the U.S. Senate
Lucy Liu (Eta, University of Michigan)- Actress
Paulette Maehara (Alpha Zeta, TexasStateUniversity-San Marcos) - President and CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals
Alice Sheets Marriott (Xi Alpha, University of Utah)- Hotel executive
Pat Head Summit (Xi Zeta, University of Tennessee- Martin)- Head coach of the University of Tennessee Lady Vols Basketball Team
Sela Ward (Nu Beta, University of Alabama)- Emmy award-winning actress

Symbols

Chi Omega’s symbols are a visual representation of our purposes and ideals.

Chi Omega Crest

Chi Omega's crest was adopted in 1902. Only initiated members may wear or use the crest.

Chi Omega Badge

Chi Omega's badge is a monogram of the Greek letter "Chi" superimposed over the Greek letter "Omega." The fourteen stones, always pearls or diamonds, are set into the badge.

Chi Omega Colors
Chi Omega's colors are cardinal (red) and straw (yellow).

Chi Omega Flower

Chi Omega's flower is the white carnation.

Chi Omega Symbol

The owl is the most recognizable symbol of Chi Omega.

Symphony

The Chi Omega Symphony has reflected the purposes of Chi Omega members since its composition in 1904 by Ethel Switzer Howard on the eve of her initiation into the Xi Chapter of Chi Omega at Northwestern University.

Updates (National)

Capturing a Day in the Life of Chi Omega: April 5

To celebrate Chi Omega's 115th Anniversary, we are asking Chi Omegas around...

Chi Omega Initiates 300,000th Member

March 5, 2010: Chi Omega Fraternity has reached a milestone in its history...

Let's Make History: A Message from the Governing Council

We are blessed to live in a country that values the equality of women as...

Welcome

Welcome to the Phi Alpha of Chi Omega chapter website! As one of the most prominent sororities at the George Washington University, Chi Omega is committed to excellence in academic and intellectual pursuits, community service, leadership opportunities and social enrichment.