General Information

Our Colors Alpha Chi Omega's colors of scarlet and olive green were chosen to commemorate the Fraternity's autumn founding in Greencastle, Indiana.

Our Open Motto Alpha Chi Omega's open motto is: "Together let us seek the heights."

Our Flower Alpha Chi Omega's flower is the red carnation, exemplifying the Fraternity's colors.

Our Badge A Greek lyre of gold, having three twisted strings spanned diagonally by a raised and slightly rounded scroll of black enamel bearing the Greek letter Alpha Chi Omega in gold.

Our Stick Pin The stick pin, which can be worn with the lyre badge, is diamond-shaped with the top half enameled in scarlet and the bottom in olive green. It features a lyre across its face.

Our Coat of Arms The coat of arms includes a square shield, a crest, and a scroll. The shield is scarlet, cut by a bar of olive green. The first section of the shield displays an open book in gold; at the base is a sheaf of wheat, also in gold. The bar has three white stars. The crest, a lyre bird, is in its natural color. The scroll at the bottom bears the Greek translation of our open motto, "Together let us seek the heights."

Alpha Chi Omega Traditions Members of Alpha Chi Omega have enjoyed the heritage and traditions shared in our sisterhood for nearly 119 years. Some of these special traditions include: Founders' Day – Sisters gather on October 15 of each year to recognize the Fraternity's fall founding at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. On Founders' Day, members wear their badges, along with scarlet and olive green ribbons. Hera Day – On March 1 of each year, members recognize the Fraternity's commitment to helping others by conducting service projects and offering assistance to others. Chapter Founders' Days – Each collegiate chapter recognizes its founding anniversary annually. National Convention – Members join together every two years to conduct Fraternity business, reunite with fellow Alpha Chis and celebrate Alpha Chi Omega.