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What is APO?
Alpha Phi Omega is a national co-ed service fraternity founded on the principles of leadership, friendship, and service. There are four main areas of service that APO members concentrate on: service to the campus, service to the youth of the community, service to the nation as participating citizens, and service to the chapter. (the national website is at http://www.apo.org/)
Who can join?
Any enrolled student at UW-Madison can join, including transfer students and graduate students. Discrimination of any kind is not permitted. You need simply the desire to become a member and practice the principles listed above.
Is APO a "greek" fraternity?
No, APO is a "greek letter" organization, not a "greek" organization. APO is a Service Fraternity, not a Social Fraternity. APO chapters do not have "houses." Members of Greek or other Greek letter organizations are welcome to join - Social Fraternity or Sorority membership does not preclude membership in APO, although pledging both organizations at the same time is discouraged.
What do I have to do to join?
New members of the fraternity undergo a pledging period (approximately 8-10 weeks long), with certain requirements that need to be met. This period is not only a time for the chapter to get to know you, but also a time for you to decide whether APO is right for you. There is absolutely NO HAZING in Alpha Phi Omega, so you should never feel pressured to join. Please visit the Docs page to see what pledges and brothers have in store each semester!
Why do people want to be members?
For those of us that are members, APO is a significant part of our lives - being a Brother means a great deal to us. We feel good about helping others through the service program. We make lasting friendships within the organization and as a direct result of being a member. We enjoy the leadership opportunities and training that the fraternity provides.
For new members, such as yourself, maybe you heard about APO through a friend, relative, or someone on campus. These new members believe in what being a part of APO can do for them, and what they can do for others as a part of APO.
This is a student organization, and we have the opportunity to make it a spectacular part of our UW campus and surrounding community!
Who can I contact for more information?
Check our Exec Board page, or leave comments in the contact form. We'll do our best to fill in the gaps.
Alpha Phi Omega is a national co-ed service fraternity founded on the principles of leadership, friendship, and service. There are four main areas of service that APO members concentrate on: service to the campus, service to the youth of the community, service to the nation as participating citizens, and service to the chapter. (the national website is at http://www.apo.org/)
Who can join?
Any enrolled student at UW-Madison can join, including transfer students and graduate students. Discrimination of any kind is not permitted. You need simply the desire to become a member and practice the principles listed above.
Is APO a "greek" fraternity?
No, APO is a "greek letter" organization, not a "greek" organization. APO is a Service Fraternity, not a Social Fraternity. APO chapters do not have "houses." Members of Greek or other Greek letter organizations are welcome to join - Social Fraternity or Sorority membership does not preclude membership in APO, although pledging both organizations at the same time is discouraged.
What do I have to do to join?
New members of the fraternity undergo a pledging period (approximately 8-10 weeks long), with certain requirements that need to be met. This period is not only a time for the chapter to get to know you, but also a time for you to decide whether APO is right for you. There is absolutely NO HAZING in Alpha Phi Omega, so you should never feel pressured to join. Please visit the Docs page to see what pledges and brothers have in store each semester!
Why do people want to be members?
For those of us that are members, APO is a significant part of our lives - being a Brother means a great deal to us. We feel good about helping others through the service program. We make lasting friendships within the organization and as a direct result of being a member. We enjoy the leadership opportunities and training that the fraternity provides.
For new members, such as yourself, maybe you heard about APO through a friend, relative, or someone on campus. These new members believe in what being a part of APO can do for them, and what they can do for others as a part of APO.
This is a student organization, and we have the opportunity to make it a spectacular part of our UW campus and surrounding community!
Who can I contact for more information?
Check our Exec Board page, or leave comments in the contact form. We'll do our best to fill in the gaps.
