Chi Omega was founded April 5, 1895 at the University of Arkansas, and the Phi Delta chapter of Chi Omega came to Mississippi State University on March 14, 1936. It was the first Greek letter society at Mississippi State University! Chi Omega is the largest women's fraternal organization in the world, with over 143 collegiate chapters, and it definitely shows at the Phi Delta chapter where there are currently 246 active members -- one of the largest chapters on the row.
Chi Omega is known for many things on campus, such as having the highest GPA on the row for the past 21 years, their involvement in their national philanthropy (Make-A-Wish Foundation), their local philanthropy events such as Chi Omega Carnival for the children of Palmer Home and Chi O Cupcakes, and their constant involvement and success in other campus events and offices.
The Chi Omega house is a characteristic mansion-style with white columns and a beautifully landscaped front yard. It has two front balconies perfect for enjoying a warm day, and of course for hanging banners. When you first walk into the house there is a square balcony overlooking the foyer, called the “Owl's Nest." Another fun fact: the stairs leading up to this balcony have a beautiful leopard print design!
Chi Omega sits front and center on sorority row and is one of the largest houses on the row, perfect for accommodating an equally large chapter. Don't let the massiveness of the house fool you, however. It is still homey and welcoming to anyone who stops by!
Congratulations Chi Omega for being this week's MSU Crib of the Week! You have a beautiful house with equally beautiful members who help to make Mississippi State University the best campus it can be! Thank you for your involvement both on campus and in the surrounding community.
