Alpha Chi Omega Lambda Chapter

Alpha Chi Omega is a national women's fraternity that values academic interest, character, financial responsibility, leadership ability, and personal development. Founded in 1885 at Depauw University in Green Castle, Indiana, Alpha Chi Omega opened it's eleventh chapter at Syracuse University. We are AXO Lambda chapter.

Residence

Located at 705 Walnut Ave in Syracuse NY the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority is just .5 miles from campus overlooking Walnut Park. The house has three stories, and houses over 40 girls. Additionally, 705 Walnut is an important part of Syracuse history, and is listed on the National Historic Registry.

Sisterhood

The main goal of Alpha Chi Omega is to promote lifelong committment and friendship formed around the bond of sisterhood. Some of our most exciting times are centered around philanthropies for other houses, and our own national philanthropy. We also engage in community service on a regular basis which connects Lambda's to both the Syracuse University campus as well as the Syracuse greater community.

Philanthropy

Alpha Chi Omega's national philanthropy is domestic violence awareness. We are extremely fortunate to have the Vera House, which we support locally. Our support is both financial, and awareness focused. Our chapter raises money to support the Vera house by hosting two philanthropies. First, Frisbee Fling, is a traditional ultimate frisbee tournament that involves all of greek life and other student organizations. In addition, we co-sponsor the Vagina Monologues, which brings domestic violence awareness to campus in an entertaining and informative way. We also host and participate in several smaller philanthropic events throughout the year.

Recruitment

Syracuse University participates in defered recruitment, which means the process starts in the spring semester. Additionally, a woman is only eligeable to participate if she has completed 12 college credits(one full time semester).