ALPHA OMICRON PI
Inspire Ambition.
The Phi Chi Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII) was founded at UChicago in 1985. Its official color is cardinal, its jewel is the ruby, and its unofficial mascot is the panda because the panda has no natural enemies.
The values on which AOII was founded help lead us in the decisions we make and the behaviors we exhibit in everyday. We are inspired to promote the values of simplicity, integrity, circumspection, tolerance, generosity, personal dignity, and love. Our lives are living symbols of these values that we hold in common. They enable us to go with character and confidence into the world around us, knowing AOII is ours, offering friendships and opportunities throughout our lifetime. There are three key components that AOII uses to communicate our purpose: The Object of the Fraternity, our Mission Statement, and AOII's Vision Statement. Although each individually unique, the three components work together to guide and direct our ever-expanding membership and leaders.
Our Philanthropy
Serving the world around us is one of AOII’s founding principles. While local chapters are encouraged to support philanthropic opportunities in their communities, all chapters support AOII’s international philanthropy , which is arthritis. Since 1967, the Fraternity has enjoyed an important partnership with the Arthritis Foundation . AOII's philanthropic mission is to raise money for and spread awareness and understanding of arthritis and its more than 100 related diseases.
Dollars donated to the Arthritis Foundation support arthritis research, Juvenile Arthritis Power Packs, Juvenile Arthritis Camps and Conferences and so much more.