| Chi Rho Omicron | |
|---|---|
| ΧΡΟ | |
 | |
| Founded | February 16, 1995; 30 years ago (1995-02-16) California State University, Fresno |
| Type | Social |
| Affiliation | Independent |
| Status | Active |
| Emphasis | Filipino |
| Scope | Regional (California) |
| Motto | Mg Lalaking Kagalanggalang "Respectful Young Gentlemen" |
| Pillars | Academics, Brotherhood, Culture, Community |
| Colors | Blue and Black |
| Chapters | 10 |
| Members | 700 + lifetime |
| Headquarters | 4049 Fawn Circle Sacramento,California 95823 United States |
Chi Rho Omicron (ΧΡΟ) is aFilipino-basedfraternity founded in 1995 atCalifornia State University, Fresno.[1][2] It has chartered ten chapters in California.[3]
Chi Rho Omicron was founded on February 16, 1995, on the campus ofCalifornia 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 withBeta chapter atSan 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]
Chi Rho Omicron's motto isMg 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]
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 theInternational 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]
Following is a list of Chi Rho Omicron chapters, with active chapters indicated inbold and inactive chapters initalics.[1][3][5]
| Chapter | Charter date and range | Institution | Location | Status | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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] |