"We formed AOII to continue the friendships we made in                  college throughout our lifetimes"  ~~  Stella Perry, Founder

Alpha Omicron Pi was founded January 2, 1897 at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City. AOII has chapters in over 39 states and Canada. With 177 collegiate chapters installed and over 250 alumnae chapters, over 115,000 women have joined AOII.

AOII has a strong tradition in Ohio, chartering 10 collegiate chapters (the most in any one state) and 7 alumnae chapters. Many alumnae have gone on to support the Fraternity as advisers, International volunteers, and Chapter Consultants. Chi Epsilon is proud to be part of this tradition of leadership.

Object & purpose of AOII

"The object of this fraternity shall be to encourage a spirit of fraternity and love among its          members; to stand at all times for character, dignity, scholarship, and college loyalty; to strive for and support the best interests of the colleges and universities in which chapters are installed; and in no way to disregard, injure or sacrifice those interests for the sake of the prestige or advancement of the fraternity or any of its chapters."  - AOII's Founders, 1897
 

AOII Mission Statement

Alpha Omicron Pi is an international women's fraternity promoting friendship for a lifetime, inspiring academic excellence and lifetime learning, and developing leadership skills through service to the Fraternity and community . 
Our goal is to be the most forward thinking organization, addressing issues relevant to women and society.