Bertha Deniston Anna Allen Amy Dubois Olive Burnett Nelliw Gamble Estelle Leonard Bessie Grooms

In the fall of 1885, seven young women came together to form a musical society at
Depauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. They wanted to create an organization
that would provide close companionship and support to its members. A friend and
associate, James G. Cambell, an undergraduate member of Beta Theta Pi,
suggested that they form a fraternity. They believed that this kind of group
would benefit the students, the university, and the musical arts.

Α - Alpha - The first letter of the Greek alphabet, because we are the first fraternity of the school of music.
χ - Kai - meaning "and", added to form the beginning and the end. "Kai" was soon changed to "Chi".
Ω - Omega - The founders thought they might also be founding the last such fraternity.

Founders' Day: October 15, 1885

MacDowell Month: February, Honoring the fine arts
Hera Day: March 1, day of national philanthropic events
National Philanthropy: Prevention of Domestic Abuse
Badge: A golden lyre with 22 pearls and a scroll bearing our Greek letters: ΑΧΩ

Colors: Scarlet Red and Olive Green
Flower: Red Carnation

Symbol: The Lyre, in keeping with our founder's musical interest

Open Motto: "Together Let us Seek the Heights"