The Crest Believing in their beginnings in Greek tradition, ΑΟΠ does not have a coat of arms, but uses a Jacqueminot rose as their symbol. A coat of arms is a medieval or masonic tradition, and therefore has no roots in the Greek tradition. ΑΟΠ is the only Greek organization without a coat of arms.


The Badge The badge of Alpha Omicron Pi is composed of the three initial letters of the three words of the Motto, superimposed one upon the next in order, which gives the Fraternity its name. Badges may be worn by initiated members only. Lending or giving the badge to any person not a member of the Fraternity is prohibited. If it is worn with another pin, it is to be placed above it and to the right. No other pin, badge, insignia, such as a fraternity pin, Greek letter indicating the name of a chapter or a symbol denoting an office, may be attached to the badge in any way, whether by a chain or by hanging it on the fastener. A bubble pin guard may be slipped on the pin bar for safety.

 

Founded: 1897

Location: Barnard College

Flower: Jacquerminot (Red) Rose

Colors: Cardinal

Philanthropy: Arthritis Research

Local Collegiate Chapter(s): California State University at Northridge, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo & University of La Verne

Local Alumnae Chapter(s):  San Gabriel Valley, San Fernando Valley and the Greater Los Angeles Area

Representative to Glendale Area Panhellenic: Kim Rodgers Westhoff

Joined National Panhellenic:  1905

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