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Alphi Phi Omega
International Collegiate Service Fraternity and Sorority
What is APO ΑΦΩ Alpha Phi Omega?
Alpha Phi Omega is an international service fraternity and sorority, composed of college students gathered together in an organization based on fraternalism and founded on the principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service. Its aim is to further the freedom that is our national, educational and intellectual heritage. For over fifty years, we have set the standard for college campus-based volunteerism in the Philippines. Alpha Phi Omega or APO Philippines strives to help each member develop leadership skills, secure lasting friendships and provide service to others.
Alpha Phi Omega International (Philippines), Inc. is a not-for-profit organization. The purpose of this fraternity/sorority is to assemble college students in a national service fraternity/sorority in the fellowship of principles derived from the Scout Oath and Law of the Boy Scouts; to develop leadership, to promote friendship and to provide service to humanity; and to further freedom that is our national, educational and intellectual heritage.
On 2 March 1950, Alpha Phi Omega International Service Fraternity was founded at Nicanor Reyes Sr. Hall, Room 214, FEU (Far Eastern University), Manila, Philippines.
How large is APO ΑΦΩ Alpha Phi Omega?
APO is a very large organization. Nearly 300,000 members have been initiated since our founding in 1925. Our current membership exceeds 17,000 students at 350 colleges and universities. Originated in the U.S.A. it has expanded to other countries with chapters in the Phillipines, Australia, and Canada.
How do I join APO Philippines ΑΦΩ Alpha Phi Omega Philippines?
To join a Chapter, you take a series of steps. Each chapter usually have a "Rush" period at the beginning of each semester. During this time, there are informational meetings and several opportunities to meet the members of the Chapter. The next step is to proceed through the Induction ceremony. This is when you officially become a "pledge" of APO. This period lasts 45 days. although, each chapter may change this length of time to meet the chapter's needs and demands. During this time, you learn about the history of APO and the standards that are expected of members, as well as participating in various service projects. At the end of this period, your completion of requirements will be reviewed by the Executive board, made up of the President, VP of Service, VP of Membership, VP of Communications, and VP of Finance, in coordination with the Pledge Trainers. You will then decide whether or not you wish to proceed and become initiated into APO. This is when you become an official member and brother/sister of Alpha Phi Omega.
What is the policy of APO Philippines on hazing?
From the Alpha Phi Omega National Pledge Standards: "Absolutely no Hazing during pledging. An appropriate period of pledging has no place for hazing practices. These include the degradation of individuals, personal service demands, and any other practices inconsistent with the spirit and principles of Alpha Phi Omega.
Rationale: Alpha Phi Omega Members respect the worth of human dignity and, in firm support of our heritage of intellectual freedom, and we do not tolerate unequal or abusive treatment of any person."
Note: If you know there is HAZING going on, get your proof together: Names, dates, time, place, and detailed description of event. You can take this report to to a trusted APO "lord"/member or straight to the police.
Protect ΑΦΩ and YOURSELF! NO ΑΦΩ ID Number, NO Email Address(es), and NO Phone Number(s) on ANY post(s) PLEASE!
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