Tuesday, August 19, 2008

OU's Beautiful Sorority Houses..

Multimedia source (photographs)-One of the great things about joining a sorority on OU's campus is having the chance to live in a beautiful home.. 
The 9 sorority houses:

Alpha Delta Pi

Founded in 1851 Alpha Delta Pi holds the distinction of being the first sorority. Since our founding at Ohio University in 1914 we have created much to be proud of - on campus, community wide, and internationally. We are committed to sisterhood, leadership, community service, and scholarship. Alpha Delta Pi is a group of unique women and we encourage our members individuality. There is a place for everyone to call home in A Dee Pi. College days will come and go, but Alpha Delta Pi will last forever.



Nickname: A Dee Pi
Symbol: Lion
Mascot: Alphie the Lion
Colors: Azure Blue and White
Motto: We live for each other
Flower: Woodland Violet
National Philanthropy: Ronald McDonald House
Annual Fundraiser: Swing-a-thon
National Founding: Wesleyan Female College 1851
Local Founding: 1914
National organization Web site

Alpha Gamma Delta

College is a time of life that is filled with beginnings. It is a time to learn grow and explore. Alpha Gamma Delta can start you on a pathway to realizing your potential, not just for today, but for the rest of your life. You are an individual and we don’t want to change that. Through Alpha Gamma Delta your individuality will be enhanced. We challenge you to strive for excellence in all aspects of your life. We want to help you reach your goals, discover talents, and exercise your abilities. The benefits, friendships, and opportunities found in Alpha Gamma Delta will last a lifetime.



Nickname:
 Alpha Gam
Symbol: Squirrel
Colors: Red, Buff, and Green
Motto: A circle of sisters
Flower: Red and Buff Rose
National Philanthropy: Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation
National Founding: Syracuse University 1904
Local Founding: June 3, 1908

National organization Web site 

Alpha Omicron Pi

The women of Alpha Omicron Pi are truly unique individuals who come together to create a very strong bond. We focus on individual growth as well as developing our strong sisterhood. This idea is clearly demonstrated through our motto, “Individual but united.” Our emphasis on scholarship, leadership, philanthropy, and sisterhood allows all of our members to become mature, well rounded women. The great memories and friendships you will gain as a member of A O Pi will last far beyond your years at Ohio University - they will last a lifetime.



Nickname: A O Pi
Symbol: Rose
Mascot: Panda Bear
Color: Cardinal Red
Motto: Individual but united
Flower: Jacqueminot Rose
National Philanthropy: Arthritis Research Foundation
Annual Fundraiser: G.I. AOPi
National Founding: Barnard College, Columbia University 1897
Local Founding: April 23, 1988

National organization Web site

Alpha Xi Delta

Alpha Xi Delta is a lifetime of experience that will provide an enhancement to your college years. Alpha Xi Delta prides itself on being a very diverse group that excels in many areas. Our fraternity will provide you with a continuing opportunity for personal and social development, leadership, service, and sisterhood. Building on past years of experience Alpha Xi Delta’s Pi Chapter looks to continue our strong sisterhood and diverse individuality here at Ohio University.



Nickname: Fuzzie
Symbol: The quill
Mascot: Teddy Bear
Colors: Double blue and Gold
Motto: A friend may not always be a sister, but a sister will always be a friend.
Flower: Killarney Rose
National Philanthropy: Alpha Xi Delta Chooses Children
Annual Fundraiser: Fuzzie Football
National Founding: Lombard College 1893
Local Founding: April 28, 1911

National organization Web site

Chi Omega

Chi Omega maintains a standard of excellence at Ohio University stemming from our dedication to sisterhood, scholarship, philanthropy, and social responsibility. Diversity and understanding secure our bonds of friendship, while opening doors to new opportunities. This is Chi Omega - enthusiastic successful women, working together to fulfill goals, and aspirations while creating great memories a ton of laughter and friendships you can be certain of. 

 

Nickname: Chi O
Mascot: Owl
Colors: Cardinal and Straw
Motto: Scholastic Achievement and lifelong friends
Flower: White Carnation
National Philanthropy: Make a Wish Foundation
Annual Fundraiser: Pancake Breakfast
National Founding: University of Arkansas, 1895
Local Founding: January 2, 1913

National organization Web site

Delta Gamma

The women of Delta Gamma strive for excellence. This shines through our high academic performance, community and university involvement, and strong friendships. Delta Gamma is a “home away from home” for our members. It is a place where you can be comfortable and most importantly where you can be yourself. Delta Gamma represents what sisterhood really is - strong friendships, memories that last a lifetime, and a forever promise to always have a sister by your side.



Nickname: Dee Gee
Symbol: Anchor
Mascot: Hanna Doll
Colors: Bronze, Pink, and Blue
Motto: Do good
Flower: Cream Rose
National Philanthropy: Service for Sight
Annual Fundraiser: The Anchor Splash
National Founding: Lewis School 1873
Local Founding: March 17, 1993
National organization Web site

Pi Beta Phi

Pi Beta Phi was the first national secret society for women, molded after men’s fraternities. Pi Phi was also the first sorority founded at Ohio University and has been a strong part of the campus for 114 years. Moral, mental, and social advancements are goals Pi Beta Phi strives to achieve. We are a diverse group of women, united by the common bond of sisterhood. It is participation in group activities that allows Pi Phi sisters to develop skills they will use for the rest of their lives. Juniors must live in the house. Pi Beta Phi is not just a college experience - it is a lifetime commitment.



Nickname: Pi Phi
Symbol: Arrow
Mascot: Angel
Colors: Wine and Silver Blue
Motto: Friendship True Wine and Blue
Flower: Wine Carnation
National Philanthropy: Arrowmount Settlement School
Annual Fundraiser: Spaghetti Dinner
National Founding: Monmouth College, 1867
Local Founding: December 16, 1889

National organization Web site 

Sigma Kappa

Sigma Kappa is committed to promoting scholarship and social growth among our members. Since 1949 we have upheld these ideals at Ohio University and our chapter has repeatedly earned the Three Star Award, the highest honor awarded by our national organization. Sigma Kappa is a group of individuals united by sisterhood. The memories and friendships created at Sigma Kappa will last a lifetime. Sigma Kappa sisters will forever have one heart and one way.

Nickname: Sig Kap
Symbol: Heart and Dove
Mascot: Dove
Colors: Maroon and Violet
Motto: One Heart, One Way
Flower: Violet
National Philanthropy: Alzheimer’s Disease Research
Annual Fundraiser: Golf Classic
National Founding: Colby College, 1874
Local Founding: May 14, 1949
National organization Web site

*Delta Zeta's Page is not working.. but Delta Zeta is located on Mill St. With a lovely modern styles blue house. 

http://www.ohiou.edu/~wpa/chapters/

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