History of 

Founded at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville on April 5, 1895, Chi Omega began as four women's attempt to create a lasting organization through which they could enjoy friendship, fun and a unique sense of belonging.  Motivated by the desire to start a secret society, similar to men's fraternities of the day, these four women first established the tradition of the Chi Omega Sisterhood.  Dr. Charles Richardson, a distinguished member for the University community, agreed with our first members in identifying the benefit women would receive through membership in their fraternal group. Below is a picture of our five founders; Jobelle Holcombe, Alice Simmonds, Dr. Richardson, Jean Vincenheller and Ina May Boles.

Chi Omega's "Symphony" was written in 1905 by Ethel Switzer Howard, Xi Chapter. It has since become every Chi Omega's creed.