Psi Chi Omega
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| Psi Chi Omega (ΨΧΩ) |
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| Founded | January 24, 1992 University of California San Diego |
| Type | Social |
| Scope | Asian-American interest |
| Motto | "Integrity, Perseverance, and Eternal Brotherhood" |
| Colors | Forest Green and Midnight Black |
| Free label | Psi Chi's |
| Headquarters | San Diego, CA, USA |
| Homepage | http://www.psichiomega.org |
Psi Chi Omega (ΨΧΩ), is an Asian American Interest Fraternity founded in 1992 at the University of California, San Diego. Psi Chi Omega has chapters at the University of California, Riverside and the University of California, Davis.
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[edit] History
[edit] UCSD Chapter
Psi Chi Omega originated rather casually in the UCSD Price Center. Founding Fathers Rob, Hoai, Frank, Nick, Kim, and Doug were engaged in an intense discussion on the Greek Fraternity system, and the role of Asian Americans in this complex network. The focal point of the conversation dealt with the paradoxical need for maintaining a unique Asian identity, while at the same time being to acculturate into the already existing fraternal establishment. The brothers concluded that an organization with an Asian American emphasis, and an outlook which understands the importance of integration over isolation, could be successful in linking these two cultures. Thus, from humble beginnings, the foundation of a unique Asian American fraternity was born.
On January 24, 1992, twenty-six ambitious founding fathers brought Psi Chi Omega into existence. The brothers of Psi Chi Omega have since been working to establish traditions which promote excellence through integrity, perseverance, and eternal brotherhood. By providing opportunities to expand scholastic capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and involvement in all cultures, the members of Psi Chi Omega strive to achieve better understanding of our unique, Asian American heritage.
[edit] UCD Chapter
During the Spring of 1995, a group of ambitious men at the University of California, Davis, assembled in the Mee Room of the Memorial Union to discuss the possibilities of creating a new Asian-American fraternity. Out of this long and arduous search, sprung eleven strong minded individuals who gained a renewed sense of awareness about themselves, and what they were looking for in a fraternity. All of the Brothers agreed that the fundamental of a fraternity is the unity found in brotherhood. With this desire, Psi Chi Omega became the ideal fraternity. whose traditions promote excellence through Integrity, Perseverance, and Eternal Brotherhood. Its strong interchapter relationships further strengthened our determination to be a part of Psi Chi Omega.
Consequently, the Brothers of Gamma Colony accepted Psi Chi Omega's bid to establish a new fraternity at the University of California, Davis on February of 1996 and was ultimately chapterized on January 24, 1997. As our fraternity perpetually grows, our underlying goals continue to be the devotion to our chapters and an uncompromising Brotherhood.
[edit] Campus involvements
[edit] UCSD Chapter
The members of Psi Chi Omega are heavily involved in the UCSD community. The brothers participate in activities ranging from Community Service to Intramural Sports. The Psi Chi's participate annually in such community service projects as: Trick-O-Canning, Relay for Life, and the San Diego Asian Film Festival.
The Psi Chi's are also members of the UCSD [Multi-cultural Greek Council] (MGC). The fraternity members actively participate in MGC fundraisers, community service, and socials. The Psi Chi's also submits to the MGC guidelines regarding Zero Tolerance Policy on Hazing, alcohol abuse, and grade restrictions.
[edit] Chapters
- Alpha Chapter (1992) - University of California, San Diego
- Beta Chapter (1992) - University of California, Riverside
- Gamma Chapter (1996) - University of California, Davis
