Alpha Phi Omega Alpha Epsilon Zeta Traditions

Cardinal Principles

Fraternity Motto

Be a Leader, Be a Friend, Be of Service

The Toast Song

Here's to Alpha Phi Omega, Loyal Brothers we,
True to Self and to each other, firm in loyalty.
Daily working, daily striving, ever more to be,
Men of Alpha Phi Omega, our fraternity.

Brothers clasp the hands of Brothers, strong the circle we,
Ever mindful ever serving all humanity.
Now we raise our grateful voices, in our song to thee.
Men of Alpha Phi Omega, may we always be.

Symbols of the Fraternity

In the early days of our Fraternity our Founders chose recognizable objects that would be representative symbols of the spirit of our guiding principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service. They selected items of historical and traditional value and notability. The meaning and definitions of these symbols have not changed in our lifetimes, and likely will not.

Clans

Each Big Brother/Little Brother family line within the chapter can be traced back to the founding of the chapter. These family units within the chapter work together to help their Little Brothers through the pledge program, build friendships, and promote the spirit of Alpha Phi Omega. Each clan through time builds its own history and traditions that help enrich a Brother’s Alpha Phi Omega experience. Explore to learn more about the clans.

Hazing

Alpha Phi Omega tolerates absolutely NO HAZING of any kind! If you feel uncomfortable or awkward, please contact the Pledgemaster, The Chapter President, the Advisory Chairman or the Sectional Chairman. Please do not hesitate to contact any of the mentioned Brothers.

Practical Jokes and Rebellion

The purpose of joining any organization is to do things that a person deems important, such as Service, and to have fun. We encourage the pledges to have fun by playing practical jokes, rebelling against the actives, and anything else that might help lighten the mood. We do have special policies regarding practical jokes, but they only serve to make things more enjoyable. The Pledgemaster of the President should approve practical jokes. Practical jokes and rebellion of the proper sort develop Pledge Class character and unity. Damage to property, disrespect to a Brother, disrupting chapter meetings, and damaging the organization are examples of unacceptable rebellion and practical jokes. We, the active brothers of the chapter, not only encourage the use of practical jokes and rebellion, but expect it and will be sorely disappointed if none ensues. The chapter's alumni and sectional staff are your allies and are available to offer ideas or assistance.