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Chi Rho Omicron
ΧΡΟ
The official emblem of Chi Rho Omicron fraternity
FoundedFebruary 16, 1995; 30 years ago (1995-02-16)
California State University, Fresno
TypeSocial
AffiliationIndependent
StatusActive
EmphasisFilipino
ScopeRegional (California)
MottoMg Lalaking Kagalanggalang
"Respectful Young Gentlemen"
PillarsAcademics, Brotherhood, Culture, Community
Colors  Blue and   Black
Chapters10
Members700 + lifetime
Headquarters4049 Fawn Circle
Sacramento, California 95823
United States

Chi Rho Omicron (ΧΡΟ) is a Filipino-based fraternity founded in 1995 at California State University, Fresno.[1][2] It has chartered ten chapters in California.[3]

History

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Chi Rho Omicron was founded on February 16, 1995, on the campus of California State University, Fresno.[4] Its seven Founding Fathers were Joseph L. Bautista, Florencio G. Costales Jr., Mark E. Dolor, Wenceslao Oscar Gonzales III, Jay R. Ladran, Alberto E. Palma Jr., and Augustine C. Tuliao Jr.[4][5]

The fraternity was created to strengthen Filipino unity by removing the divisions between regions, class levels, and language barriers.[6] However, men from every culture are welcome to join the fraternity.[6] Its mission is "to promote the understanding, enrichment, and appreciation of the Pilipino culture, history, and heritage through a brotherhood/family environment; to instill the desire for self-improvement, scholastic excellence, and the cultivation for civic responsibility."[3][5]

Soon after its creation and official recognition by the university, Chi Rho Omicron expanded with Beta chapter at San Francisco State University on February 16, 1997.[1][4] Other colonies were established, resulting in eight additional chapters being chartered elsewhere in California.[1][2]

The fraternity was incorporated in the State of California on March 24, 2006.[7] Since its founding, Chi Rho Omicron has initiated more than 700 members.[8]

Symbols

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Chi Rho Omicron's motto is Mg Lalaking Kagalanggalang or "Respectful Young Gentlemen".[citation needed] Its pillars are Academics, Brotherhood, Culture, and Community.[4][2] Its colors are blue and black.[citation needed]

Philanthropy

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The fraternity's community service projects tend to have a link to the Filipino community.[9][2][5] Projects include supporting the equity for Filipino World War II veterans and the reconstruction of the International Hotel in San Francisco.[9][5] The fraternity raises funds for the Pinoy/Pinay Educational Program, providing school supplies and Filipino history books to elementary students in San Francisco.[2] The fraternity also hosts Filipino Heritage Week activities on campus and in its various communities.[10][11]

Chapters

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Following is a list of Chi Rho Omicron chapters, with active chapters indicated in bold and inactive chapters in italics.[1][3][5]

Chapter Charter date and range Institution Location Status References
Alpha February 16, 1995 – 2016 California State University, Fresno Fresno, California Inactive [6]
Beta February 16, 1997 San Francisco State University San Francisco, California Active [4]
Gamma California State University, East Bay Hayward, California Inactive [12]
Delta 199x ?–202x ? University of San Francisco San Francisco, California Inactive
Epsilon May 18, 1998 - October 6, 2022 California State University, Sacramento Sacramento, California Inactive
Zeta June 28, 1999 – March 20, 2023 University of California, Davis Davis, California Inactive [9][13][a]
Eta June 2, 2000 California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Pomona, California Active [6][5]
Theta May 11, 2008 San Diego State University San Diego, California Active [14][b]
Iota November 20, 2014 – 2022 California State University, Long Beach Long Beach, California Inactive [3][c]
Kappa October 21, 2019 University of California, Irvine Irvine, California Active [8]
  1. ^ Formed as a colony in 1999. In 2015, the chapter lost its registration with the university for at least five years for hazing.
  2. ^ Formed as a colony in 2008. This chapter has not been officially recognized by San Diego State University for some ten years but is still operating as of the fall of 2022.
  3. ^ Chapter started as a colony

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d Lurding, Carroll and Becque, Fran. (May 1, 2023) "Chi Rho Omicron". Almanac of Fraternities and Sororities. Urbana: University of Illinois. Accessed June 3, 2023.
  2. ^ a b c d e Conclara, Rommel (January 9, 2023). "Fil-Ams raise funds for school tools that teach about PH heroes". ABS-CBN. Quezon City, Philippines. Retrieved June 3, 2023.
  3. ^ a b c d "About Us". LB Chi Rho Omicron. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  4. ^ a b c d e "About". Chi Rho Omicron - Beta Chapter. Retrieved 2025-10-13.
  5. ^ a b c d e f "Pomona XPO — History". Pomona XPO. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  6. ^ a b c d "Chi Rho Omicron Inc. Fraternity - myBAR". California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Retrieved 2023-06-03.
  7. ^ "Chi Rho Omicron". Open Corporates. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  8. ^ a b "Chi Rho Omicron Inc - XPO". Campus Groups UC Irvine. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  9. ^ a b c "Chi Rho Omicron". University of California Davis - LocalWiki. Retrieved 2023-06-03.
  10. ^ Tang, Katy (October 25, 2004). "Filipino Heritage Week returns to UC Davis this week All communities welcome to attend events". California Aggie. p. 3. Retrieved June 3, 2023 – via California Digital Newspaper Collection.
  11. ^ Aziz, Roya (October 18, 1999). "Filipino American fraternity educates the community about cultural identity". California Aggie. p. 1. Retrieved June 3, 2023 – via California Digital Newspaper Collection.
  12. ^ Focht, Bradley (September 4, 2014). "Rush Week potentials check out frats and sororities". Golden Gate Xpress. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  13. ^ "Organizational Conduct | CSI". UC Davis. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
  14. ^ "Judicial Reports | Student Affairs and Campus Diversity". San Diego State University. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
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