Important Dates
Members of Alpha Chi Omega have enjoyed the same heritage and traditions since 1885. Some of these special dates celebrated by Alpha Chi Omega include:
- Founders' Day — Sisters gather on October 15th 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 1st of each year, members recognize the fraternity's commitment to helping others by conducting service projects and offering assistance to others.
- MacDowell Month — Every February, Alpha Chi Omega women celebrate the fine arts and their fine-arts heritage.
- Chapter Founders' Days — Each collegiate chapter recognizes its founding anniversary annually.
- The National Convention — Members join together every two years to conduct fraternity business, reunite with fellow Alpha Chis, and celebrate Alpha Chi Omega.
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