Order of Omega
ABOUT:
Order of Omega is the Greek honor society on campus composed of some of the bestGreeks both in terms of academics and leadership. All applicants have completed one year at Mines and have a GPA above the all-Greek average. Only ~23 Greeks who meetthis criteria are accepted each year into the Order of Omega. We run a variety of campusevents including a food drive each fall and a faculty appreciation luncheon each spring. Allmembers are expected to attend a bi-weekly meeting, as well as participate in any Order ofOmega events.Order of Omega presents a great opportunity to represent your chapter in the Greek communityhere at the Colorado School of Mines, and it is a great way to interact with people from differentchapters. We demonstrate leadership amongst our peers as we maintain a healthy social-academic balance.
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The Mu Theta Chapter of Order of Omega brings Greek members together from different Greek houses, to collaborate and strengthen inter-Greek relationships. We strive to highlight various overlooked aspects of Greek life at Colorado School of Mines, to advocate for the hard work and dedication of being a part of the Greek community. We show leadership amongst fellow Greek members and hold the responsibility to unite the rest of the Greek houses. We value the ideal social and academic balance, as we engage in fun events while being held to a higher academic standard. Lastly, Mu Theta aims to give back to others, specifically at Mines, in order to recognize those who aren’t always highlighted.
REQUIREMENTS
- One full academic year at the institution
- Have a GPA above the all-Greek average
- Be in good standing with the initiate’s fraternal organization
- Chosen based off of: character, scholarship, leadership, service, and Greek participation
COMMUNITY EFFORTS
Order of Omega Greek honor society gives back to the Mines community by hosting avariety of events that enrich both the student life and the campus at large. We put on an all-Greek Spelling Bee during Greek Week, a food drive event titled “Castle of Cans,” and a faculty appreciationluncheon every year. In addition, we work with the FSL administration to set up and run theGreek Awards Banquet. Other than events, we recognize the efforts each of Order of Omega’smembers in both leadership and academics.
FSL Awards Criteria
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CONTACT INFORMATION
President – Samantha Digerlando – sdigerlando@mines.edu Advisor – Alexis Lakers – alakers@mines.edu