Our Story Begins...

It all began on April 5, 1895, at the University of Arkansas when four young women, with the help of a local dentist, established the secrets, symbolism and rites that today bind over 240,000 women. This small band of women founded Chi Omega after realizing a need for an organization that would foster both friendship and respect for the potential and inherent value of women. 

Chi Omega was founded on six purposes: Friendship, High Standards of Personnel, Sincere Learning and Creditable Scholarship, Participation in Campus Activities, Career Development, and Community Service.

For more information about Chi Omega Fraternity please visit www.chiomega.com.

Local Story

The Lambda Chapter at the University of Kansas began in December 1902 and recently celebrated 100 years of commitment to both the KU and Greek communities. Lambda chapter is proud to be a part of the world's largest women's fraternal organization: Chi Omega boasts 173 collegiate chapters and more than 300,000 initiates!