Our Beliefs

Mission

Alpha Omega Epsilon is a professional and social sorority for underrepresented people in engineering and technical science majors founded in 1983 that promotes friendship, leadership, and professionalism to all members of the organization, the community, and our professions.

Ideals

As an individual, I will promote integrity, character, honesty, self-confidence, and uphold my financial responsibilities.

As a Sorority, we will promote unity, friendship, professionalism, follow traditions, and maintain our image.
As an integral part of the school, we will promote engineering and technical science activities, high scholastic standards, and strong relations between students and faculty.
As an active member of the community, we will promote understanding, knowledge, and communication within our profession.

Objectives

To create friendships while promoting self-confidence, professionalism and
motivation among female engineers and technical scientists of all curricula.
To work for the betterment of the individual and the Sorority as a whole.
To create a friendly and warm environment among its members.
To promote the welfare and interest of the profession.
To strengthen the relationships between students and faculty.
To enhance educational achievements and scholarship.
To help develop the highest standards of personal integrity and character.
To foster and maintain the bond of sisterhood through a continuing program for the alumnae.

Facts

The symbols and traditions of Alpha Omega Epsilon hold special meaning revealed to our members during the active initiation ceremony.

Founded: November 13, 1983 at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Colors: Royal Blue, Silver, and White

Candidate Flower: White Carnation

Active Flower: White Rose

Alumna Flower: White Calla Lily

Mascot: Dolphin

Jewel: Blue Sapphire, Pearl, and Diamond

Core Values

The fundamental beliefs of Alpha Omega Epsilon:
We value the effect that positive LEADERSHIP has on our Sorority and provide
opportunities for leadership to develop and flourish.
We value the INDIVIDUALITY of our Chapters and our members as this is what makes
our family unique.
We value the PROFESSIONALISM of our members as we treat each other with the
dignity and respect each of us deserves.
We value our VOLUNTEERS who fulfill their obligations for the betterment of the
Sorority.
We value RESPONSIBILITY by making decisions based upon good judgment,
following through with those decisions and being held accountable for those decisions.
We value FRIENDSHIP by being loyal to each other, caring for each other and
recognizing the value inherent in each individual member.

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