Nickname: Alpha Chi.

National founding: DePauw University in 1885.

UA founding: 1924.

Chapter name: Alpha Upsilon.

Chapter website: alphachiua.com.

Alpha Chi Omega's chapter president, Taylor Peebles, said a few words about the University of Alabama chapter.

“It is hard to sum up my experience in Alpha Chi Omega because it has given me so much more than I ever imagined it could. Alpha Chi cultivates such meaningful, genuine friendships as well as help build character, challenge all of us in the community and campus, and teach us the true meaning of friendship. Alpha Chi has been my support system in college through the celebrations and trials, and to me -- that’s what a sisterhood is all about.”

The 2014 pledge class also said a few words about why they decided to pledge Alpha Chi.

“They say you just know and they were right. When I think back on recruitment, I remember skimming my schedule each morning to ensure that Alpha Chi Omega was on my list. I stood enthusiastically while I waited for Alpha Chi to open their doors, sing their door song, and welcome everyone inside. All of the girls were genuine and fun, like I had known them forever! From the start, I felt at home and being from out of state, that was really important to me. Running home to Alpha Chi on bid day, I knew I had made the right choice. I love that I walk into the house knowing everyone’s name and I love all of the amazing friends I’ve made. My freshman year wouldn’t have been the same without Alpha Chi, all the memories made and the laughs shared. I love how Alpha Chi makes me a better person. As they say in the Broadway show, 'Wicked.’ 'Because I knew you, I have been changed for good.'" Caroline Reinhardt, PC '14.

“I loved Alpha Chi throughout recruitment because of the way I clicked with the girls I met. It was so easy for me to walk into the house and have a good conversation with anyone I met. I knew that the people I talked to were genuinely good people, which made me feel good about choosing Alpha Chi. You want to surround yourself with people who will bring out the best in you, and I feel like that’s what made me love Alpha Chi.” Hunter Custard, PC '14.

“No one in my family had ever been in a sorority and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect during recruitment week. I remember thinking that I just want to find a house that feels like a home. That is exactly what I found at Alpha Chi. I felt so relaxed from the moment I walked in to the moment I walked out. The genuine friendships and positive energy that were so apparent in the house showed me what sisterhood was all about and I couldn’t wait to be apart of it! I built so many lifelong relationships and memories freshman year because of Alpha Chi and I am forever thankful!” Meredith Diaz, PC '14.