Diversity is now a common topic, but did you know that AOII’s founders were focused on this critical issue far ahead of their time? The reason? Their desire to create a genuine sisterhood that they knew they couldn’t find in any existing sorority. What hampered their efforts of joining other sororities? The beauty of their…
Sorority Recruitment, Margaritas & Chocolate
“Fraternity Education” is the topic of the next KC Panhellenic meeting, March 28, 7 p.m., at St. Peter’s Church, 701 E. Meyer Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. The meeting — open to alum members of all chapters, as well as potential new collegiate members — will focus on recruitment. A panel of recent graduates from various…
Founders’ Day Was a Hit!
We had a great time at Founders’ Day this year as women from a variety of different collegiate chapters came together and enjoyed lunch at Grand St. Café. We also congratulated two members on 25 years of AOII sisterhood. The largest group of sisters came from the Phi chapter at the University of Kansas. Almost…
KCAOII Welcomes Two New Board Members
In early December, KCAOII installed two new women into important roles on the KCAOII leadership board and transitioned another sister to a different leadership role. Cara Mahon, past VP Fundraising, a role she’s held for two years, is now KCAOII’s VP Programs and will take over responsibility for planning social events for the chapter including…
Founders’ Day Lunch is Jan 5!
Celebrating 122 years of AOII sisterhood! On January 2, 1897, Alpha Omicron Pi was formally organized at the home of Helen St. Clair. Join us for a very special Founders’ Day this year! We’re celebrating on January 5, 2019 at Grand Street Café’s Plaza location. We will have a private room to ourselves and will…
Jingle Bell Run Recap
Once again, KCAOII supported the AOII Philanthropy, the Arthritis Foundation this year at the Jingle Bell Run. Annually, “Team AOII National” comprises one of the largest national teams in the country! This year’s event was held on Sunday, December 9 at the Meritex Underground Office Park in Lenexa, KS. Despite cold temperatures outside, inside was…
2018-2019 Scholarship Recipients
Each year the Greater Kansas City AOII Alumni Chapter has the privilege of administering two scholarship funds from the University of Kansas Endowment and one from the University of Central Missouri. The chapter proudly awards these scholarship funds to female students who meet the award requirements. Between the two KU scholarships, The Alpha Omicron Pi…
Save the Date! Strike Out Arthritis is Sept 16
Enjoy some baseball and help strike out arthritis with your sisters on Sunday, Sept 16 as the Royals play the Minnesota Twins at 1:15pm. AOII will have a ticket block and part of the proceeds will go to the Arthritis Foundation. To find out more about tickets, click here. Since 2010, AOII has partnered with Major…
Let’s Celebrate Christmas in July!
Even though it’s been a HOT summer, we’ve got snowmen and Santa on our minds! That’s because it’s time to sign of for the annual Jingle Bell Run that benefits the AOII national philanthropy, Arthritis Foundation. We have formed our team and want you to join! This family-friendly, fun and festive 5K raises funds to help…