Traditions

Active members and alumnae on Founders Day

Founders' Day
Sisters gather on October 15 of each year to recognize the fraternity's fall founding at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. On Founders' Day, members wear their badges, along with scarlet and olive green ribbons.

MacDowell Month
Feburary is MacDowell Month, a time when Alpha Chis recognize and celebrate the importance of the fine arts.

Hera Day
On March 1 each year, members recognize the fraternity's commitment to helping others through service projects.

Chapter Founders' Days
Each collegiate chapter recognizes its local founding anniversary annually. For the Zeta Upsilon chapter, that day is September 24.

National Convention
Members join together every two years to conduct fraternity business, reunite with fellow Alpha Chis, and celebrate Alpha Chi Omega.