Letter from the President

Welcome to the Sigma Tau Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi here at Washington College! I’m so excited to have you here and taking the time to learn more about our sisterhood.When I was a freshman at Washington College, I wasn’t sure if Greek Life was for me, and it was difficult to open my mind to the idea of joining a sorority. However, from my very first day on campus, I was surrounded by AOIIs and members of Greek Life and they were some of the kindest and most welcoming people I have ever met! I quickly learned that Greek organizations are a great opportunity to get involved on campus, contribute to important philanthropies, and form lifelong friendships.With that being said, I decided to go through recruitment in the Spring semester of my freshman year, along with some of my closest friends. As a group, we attended events with an open mind and supported each other throughout the recruitment process, especially when some of us decided to join different organizations. As a Potential New Member, I found that when I was with AOII, I had found a place that I can call home. I knew that I was loved and appreciated just for being myself, and that I would always have someone in my corner at any given time. I feel so lucky to have found a group of such wonderful, genuine, and ambitious women who I can call my sisters! Years later, I still cannot imagine my Washington College experience without them.Speaking of my amazing sisters, I will never not take advantage of an opportunity to brag about them! Our chapter is made up of members from more than 8 states and U.S. territories. We have athletes representing sports such as the Rowing and Trap and Skeet varsity teams and Dance Club. A handful of AOII sisters are serving as senators of Washington College’s Student Government Association, with some of them being officers for their respective classes and members of the SGA Executive Board. You can also find sisters in a variety of student clubs, organizations, and honor societies. Several members have taken part in special Washington College experiences such as Study Abroad and Chesapeake Semester. We are a busy bunch! With all of that ambition, the sisters of AOII have accomplished big things on campus! This year, we earned the Washington College Greek awards for Greek Chapter of the Year, as well as the Academic Excellence Award for having the highest GPA per member. One of our chapter’s biggest achievements is all of the work that have done for our philanthropy, Juvenile Arthritis. In 2024, our Sigma Tau chapter raised more than $5,000 at our campus-wide philanthropy events that have helped us donate to the Arthritis Foundation and chapter scholarships, promoting awareness for causes that are dear to our hearts in the process!Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit more about Alpha Omicron Pi, Sigma Tau chapter here at Washington College! I hope that it’s given you a glimpse into our special sisterhood and all that we have to offer. I have no doubt that going through recruitment will be a rewarding and positive experience, no matter where that path takes you - trust the process and you will find your home just like I did!