UNF - Fraternity and Sorority Life

Organization Facts

www.alphachiomega.org

As stated by Alpha Chi Omega National Fraternity, it is time to change how women think and act about the idea of sorority. Here at Alpha Chi Omega we accept this challenge by offering an experience to our members that respects and responds to the hopes, dreams, fears and realities of today’s women, in today’s world. At Alpha Chi Omega we are Real Women facing Real Issues in the Real World. On one hand we are inspiring and on the other we are being inspired and together we create a more positive reality for ourselves and others. We are Real Strong Women.

Founding Date: October 15, 1885

Flower: Red Carnation

Colors: Scarlet Red and Olive Green

Symbol: Lyre

Chapter Facts

www.axothetasigma.com

The Theta Sigma chapter here at UNF was founded in 1987 and has grown into one of the largest and most active organizations on campus. Locally, Alpha Chi Omega supports and works very closely with the Hubbard House, the biggest domestic violence shelter in the southeast. Along with involvement in the Hubbard House, Alpha Chi hosts an annual dodging domestic violence dodge ball tournament in the spring. The dodge ball tournament is a fun way for all campus organizations to get involved and raise money in an entertaining environment. As a chapter we strive daily uphold the five standards set forth by our National Fraternity of character, leadership, academics, personal development, and financial responsibility. Our chapter focuses largely on membership development. Our goal is that each of our members will be able to graduate from our chapter as a Real Strong Woman prepared and able to take on the many challenges and opportunities of the every day real world. Along with membership development, Alpha Chi places a high importance on sisterhood. The Theta Sigma chapter holds 3 retreats annually as a way to strengthen our bond and have fun with one another while at the same time creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Awards

National Awards:

PACE - 2011
Recruitment - 2011
Risk Management - 2011
Panhellenic Participation - 2011
Alumnae and Parent Relations - 2009
Chapter Relations and Standards - 2009
Outstanding Philanthropy - 2009

National Award Finalist:

Alumnae Relations - 2010
Philanthropy and Service - 2010
Recruitment - 2010

Campus Awards:

2013
- Lipsync Runner Up
- Homecoming Runner Up
- Homecoming Queen
- Raising the Bar in Panhellenic (February)
2012
- 3 of UNF's Top 10 Greeks
- Chapter Advisor of the Year
2011
- Lipsync Winners
- Sorority Greek Challenge (most participation at UNF athletic events)
- Homecoming Champions
- Dance Marathon Spirit Cup
- Outstanding Community Service
2010
- Chapter Advisor of the Year
- Homecoming Champions
- President of Presidential Envoys
- Miss UNF Runner Up
2009
- Homecoming Champions
- President and Vice President of Order of Omega
- Miss UNF

Recruitment Info

Panhellenic VP Recruitment: Beth Palmer

Email: unfpanhel.vprecruitment@gmail.com

Contacts

President: Ellie Piersall

Email: thetasigmapresident1987@gmail.com

Hello all! My name is Ellie Piersall and I am the current president for Alpha Chi Omega. I rushed my freshman year in 2010 and I am a senior majoring in Exceptional Student Education with the hopes to go on to graduate school and specialize in Autism or Applied Behavior Analysis. Along with Alpha Chi, I participate in the On Campus Transition mentoring program and Dance Marathon every year. My family roots are in Byrdstown, Tennessee but I’ve lived in Melbourne, Florida for the majority of my life. Sports have always been a huge part of my life, especially volleyball! I try to participate in our intramurals when I can but if I’m not playing intramurals you can find me running the natural trails on campus. I absolutely love being around big crowds and meeting new people but I’ll never pass up an invite for a redbox movie night with my closest friends!

Recruitment Chair: Julie O'Meara

Hello! My name is Julie O’Meara. I currently serve as the VP Recruitment for Alpha Chi Omega at UNF! I am now a junior double majoring in Economics and Finance with a minor in Business Administration with big dreams of becoming a Chief Financial Officer for a fortune 500 company anywhere in New York! I am also a member of the Economics Society on campus. I was born and raised in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. I love going to the beach or sitting by the pool, hanging out with my sisters, and traveling anywhere the wind takes me. Fashion is a huge part of my life, and I live for the constant revolutions in the industry.