What are some fun facts about Alpha Phi Omega?

Facts and Firsts: The first female National President, Maggie Katz, was elected in 2006. (at the 39th National Convention in Louisville, KY!) Our motto is: Be a Leader, Be a Friend, Be of Service. Alpha Phi Omega is the single most represented intercollegiate service organization in the United States.

What is Alpha Phi Omega's nickname?

Alpha Phi Omega (ΑΦΩ), commonly known as APO, but also A-Phi-O and A-Phi-Q, is a coeducational service fraternity. It is the largest collegiate fraternity in the United States, with chapters at over 350 campuses, an active membership of over 25,000 students, and over 500,000 alumni members.

Why choose Alpha Phi Omega?

No matter where, joining or starting a chapter of Alpha Phi Omega will introduce you to a diverse and inclusive population of peers that develop into lifelong friends; help you turn ideas into actions that positively influence the world and those around you; help you find or further embrace your passion for service.

What is the animal of Alpha Phi Omega?

The 1976 National Convention declared the golden eagle as a new fraternity symbol. The golden eagle symbolizes strength, gracefulness, keenness of vision, and endurance.

Who is Alpha Phi Omega's rival?

Rivalry with Tau Gamma Phi

Alpha Phi Omega has been involved in several fatal clashes with long-standing rival fraternity Tau Gamma Phi: On August 30, 1977.

What is Alpha Phi Omega?

Is Omega a good guy or bad guy?

Omega is considered an anti-hero in the series as while his goal seems honorable, he has shown to be willing to attack anyone who stands in the way of his goal to kill Eggman, even if they are innocent or heroic in nature.

What is the most famous fraternity in the Philippines?

Tau Gamma Phi is one of the largest fraternities in the Philippines in terms of membership.

Does Alpha Phi Omega look good on a resume?

Students often want to know if they should add Greek life to their resumes, and if so, how they can highlight such experiences in professional and relevant ways. It is recommended that you always include sorority or fraternity information on your resume, as many components of your membership are selling points.

What is the Alpha Phi mascot?

Mascot: Our mascot is the "Phi Bear," whose name is taken from the Greek words "Ursa Major," or the "Great Bear." Alpha Phi International adopted the Phi Bear as its mascot in 1974.

How old is Alpha Phi Omega?

Alpha Phi Omega was founded in 1925 at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania by Frank Reed Horton. Horton had served in the United States Navy during World War I. After the war, he became a student at Lafayette College.

Is it hard to get into Alpha Phi Omega?

APO is open to any undergraduate student in good academic standing, and joining APO does not conflict with your ability to join or remain a member in a Greek house. Q. What are APO's membership requirements? To be an active member, you must complete 20 hours of service per academic semester.

Why is Alpha Phi so popular?

High Ideals of Membership

Alpha Phi offers a unique bond of sisterhood, a spirit of generosity, high expectations for character and a drive for innovation.

What is Alpha Phi Omega leadership?

Leadership: A Cardinal Principle

In terms of Alpha Phi Omega, leadership is a matter of development. People within the fraternity are transformed from followers to leaders, sometimes without even being aware of it.

How big is Alpha Phi Omega?

More than 500,000 students on 375 college campuses have chosen Alpha Phi Omega, making it the nation's largest Greek letter fraternity.

What are the values of Alpha Phi Omega?

Alpha Phi Omega is a National Coed Service Fraternity—college students gathered together in an organization based on fraternalism and founded on the principles of the Boy Scouts of America. Its purpose is to develop leadership, promote friendship and provide service to humanity.

What are the 4 folds of service in APO?

Alpha Phi Omega's service program is four-fold: our projects provide service to the campus, service to the community, service to the chapter (and APO as an organization), and service to the nation.

What is Alpha Phi flower?

Colors: Alpha Phi's colors of Silver and Bordeaux were adopted in 1879. Flowers: The flowers of Alpha Phi are the fragrant Lily of the Valley and the blue and gold Forget-Me-Not. Member Badge: The official badge of Alpha Phi was adopted in 1906.

Is Alpha Phi Omega selective?

Is APO selective? No, we are a non-selective fraternity. The only prerequisite for joining our membership is successful completion of pledging requirements.

Can men join Omega Phi Alpha?

Omega Phi Alpha does not deny membership to any person on the basis of sex, racial identity, ethnicity, national origin, disability (physical, mental, emotional), marital status, age, socioeconomic status, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or religious affiliation.

Is APO a good frat?

It is the largest collegiate fraternity in the nation. Alpha Phi Omega is based on the three cardinal principles leadership, friendship and service! Being a part of APO is a rewarding experience, allowing you to grow as a leader and make great friends along the way.

What is the richest fraternity?

The most common fraternity is Sigma Alpha Mu, with seven billionaires. However, the billionaires of Beta Theta Pi have accumulated the most wealth with a combined net worth of $107 billion.

Who is the strongest fraternity?

Who is the oldest fraternity?

The Phi Beta Kappa Society, founded on December 5, 1776, at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, was the first fraternal organization in the United States of America, established the precedent for naming American college societies after the Greek letters.