Omega Phi Alpha Rutgers

"Today's Friends, Tomorrow's Leaders, Forever in Service" Our hope is that our members will become life-long, service-minded leaders. HAZING POLICY

Clause 1.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For any inquiries please contact the Chapter President Kellie VanderMeer at [email protected]

MISSION

The mission of Omega Phi Alpha is service. We provide opportunities for leadership and friendship through training and participation in service activities. We strive to better the lives of others worldwide by collaborating with organizations and volunteering through

a flexible service program. REQUIREMENTS FOR JOINING

Potential new members must have a 2.5 GPA AND completed minimum of 12 college credits at an accredited college/university (AP/IB Credits don't count)
For more information about joining Omega Phi Alpha, contact recruitment chair, Jenna Zielinski at [email protected]

PURPOSE

The purpose and goals of this sorority shall be to assemble its members in the fellowship of Omega Phi Alpha, to develop friendship, leadership, and cooperation by promoting service to the university community, to the community at-large, to the members of the sorority, and to the nations of the world. MOTTO

The national motto is “Today’s Friends, Tomorrow’s Leaders, Forever in Service.” It is a motto which members of Omega Phi Alpha hold dear to their hearts. PRINCIPLES

The three cardinal principles are friendship, leadership and service

MEMBERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

Members must hold a cumulative GPA of a 2.5 or higher, if GPA drops below a 2.5, the sister will be placed on academic trial for one semester. After the semester trial period, if a sister has not obtained a 2.5 the sister will be placed on probation till her GPA rises above a 2.5. The sister will also be expected to participate in 5 service events and end the semester with 10 service hours. Omega Phi Alpha complies with all federal, state, local, and university laws and regulations pertaining to hazing. Clause 2. “Hazing” means doing any act or coercing another, including the victim, to do any act of initiation into any student organization that causes or creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm to any person. No person shall recklessly participate in the hazing of another. Clause 3. The negligence or consent of the plaintiff or any assumption of the risk by the plaintiff is not a defense to an action brought pursuant to this section. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS POLICY

Clause 1. Omega Phi Alpha complies with all federal, state, local, and university laws and regulations regarding the use, possession, and distribution of alcohol and illegal drugs. Clause 2. There shall be no use, possession, or distribution of alcohol or illegal drugs of any kind at an OPA Event.
. OPA members and invited guests may not attend an OPA Event if they are under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
. An OPA Event is defined as an event, project, meeting, or gathering that has been officially coordinated, sponsored, or promoted by a chapter, an active, alumna, pledge, or colonist as a part of sorority activities. An OPA Event is also defined as any outing, meeting, or gathering that is discussed or planned 1) at another OPA project, meeting, or gathering or 2) through official means of sorority communication, including but not limited to sorority email, email lists, or social media groups.
. When an OPA Event ends, or an individual active, alumna, pledge, or colonist leaves the Event with the intent of not returning, attendees are subject to federal, state, local, and university laws and regulations. NEW MEMBER FEES

New Members: $175 -> ( $50 (Activation National Fee) + $50 (National Fee) + $75 (Local Dues))

Actives: $125 -> ($50 (National Fee) + $75 (Local Dues))

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06/24/2023

all smiles for saturday:)

05/09/2023

🤍 MEET THE NEW MEMBER 🤍
Purandhri Prajapati (Sophomore, Omicron Class)

• Major: Nursing
• Fun Fact: “I love traveling to new places!”
• Why OPhiA? — “I joined OPhiA because I wanted to be part of a sisterhood that is passionate about helping others just as much as I am!”

05/02/2023

💌 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 💌
Hanna Campiglia, Kappa Class (Fall 2020)

Hanna graduated in December 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics! She also served as our chapter’s PR Director last school year. Since leaving Rutgers, Hanna’s been traveling the world and living life to the fullest! Here’s what Hanna had to share about her post-undergrad experience so far:

“Since graduating in December, I’ve been living abroad in Spain working as an English Conversational Assistant at a high school. While here, I’ve been practicing my Spanish and making connections with people from all over the world. This experience has helped me to grow so much as a person and forced me to step out of my comfort zone in a way I’ve never done before. I’ll be returning back to the US soon and, beginning in August, I will be attending Pacific University’s 3-year accelerated audiology doctorate program.

I know that I can successful in both of these big moves because of the lessons and values that OPhiA taught me regarding sisterhood, perseverance, and the importance of supporting both yourself and others.”

We are so proud of you, Hanna! Best of luck in everything that you do. 🥰

04/30/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out today to our Out of the Darkness Campus Walk, in collaboration with and Rutgers: HOPE 💙 We are so proud to share that with your support, we raised over $4.4k to support the 🎉

It means so much to us to see the support of friends, family, and other campus organizations for a cause that is dear to our chapter 🥰 To learn more about how to support the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention, check out their Instagram!

04/28/2023

🤍 MEET THE NEW MEMBER 🤍
Chrystal Pek (Sophomore, Omicron Class)

• Major: Marketing
• Fun Fact: “i love concerts !!! some people i’ve seen live are one direction (rip), kendrick lamar, asap rocky, post malone, the weeknd, tame impala, and joji. and i’m going to see young the giant later this year!”
• Why OPhiA? — “i mainly joined because i wanted to be more active on campus and give back to the community here in new brunswick. i also wanted to find a way to make this huge school feel smaller and i’m grateful ophia has made me feel so welcomed.”

04/26/2023

Our Out of the Darkness Campus Walk in collaboration with the AFSP and Rutgers HOPE is this Sunday! Sign up now through the registration page in our Linktree 🩵

04/24/2023

🤍 MEET THE NEW MEMBER 🤍
Gia Simone (Sophomore, Omicron Class)

• Major: Digital Filmmaking | Minor: Business Administration
• Fun Fact: “I went to my first ever rodeo while on spring break in Austin, Texas!”
• Why OPhiA? — “I joined OPhiA so I could find my place within Rutgers and meet sisters who were not only supportive, but also just as passionate about giving back to their community!”

04/22/2023

Happy Earth Day from OPhiA 💚 We are proud of our chapter tradition of Environmental Cleanups that keep our campus community clean. We hope everyone takes the time today to appreciate the world around us 🌱🌎

04/18/2023

waiting for summertime ☀️

04/12/2023

🤍 MEET THE NEW MEMBER 🤍
Anna Dolce (Sophomore, Omicron Class)

• Major: Psychology | Minor: Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
• Fun Fact: “I want to become a yoga instructor and own my own studio!”
• Why OPhiA? — “I wanted to join an organization that was bigger than myself, so when I heard of OPhiA I knew it was something I would be interested in. All of the members were so enthusiastic about service and very welcoming in general so I knew it would be a good fit for me.”

🩷 Are you interested in joining a supportive sisterhood dedicated to serving the local community? RSVP for our Meet the Sisters tonight at Busch Student Center from 8-9 PM through the link in our bio! 🩷

04/09/2023

💌 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 💌
Arushi Singh, Mu Class (Fall 2021)

Arushi graduated from Rutgers last August and is now pursuing her Masters in Public Health at Imperial College London! Here is what Arushi shared about her post-grad experience abroad so far:

“Going to grad school in London has given me access to a world outside of my home in New Jersey and I have truly loved every minute of it. Living in London, I have been able to visit some amazing places and fulfill my dreams and goals of traveling! It gives me an opportunity to explore outside of what I knew and grow my skills in different communities.

As a Public Health major, it is inherently important to understand that no one has the same experiences and you have to alter and change to fit specific communities. Being able to do research in a different country and hear people’s stories that are vastly different has improved my understanding of Public Health and what I need to do to improve and better help the community and world.

I have OPhiA to thank for giving me the ability to step out of my shell and make meaningful connections that have now given me that confidence to do the same in London. If anyone has any questions about studying abroad or living abroad please reach out! I would love to help ♥️♥️♥️”

We are so proud of all of your achievements, Arushi! Keep doing amazing things! 💌🥰

04/07/2023

☀️ Out of the Darkness Campus Walk ☀️
Hosted by Rutgers OPhiA & Rutgers HOPE in collaboration with the

💫 Sunday, April 30th @ 10 AM - approx. 1 PM
📍 Bucchleuch Park, New Brunswick, NJ
💲 Free Registration → Link in Bio

The sisters of OPhiA would like to invite you to participate in our Out of the Darkness Campus Walk in collaboration with the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention (AFSP) and Rutgers HOPE. We are hosting this event in honor of Hillary Herskowitz, a Rutgers alum and OPhiA sister who passed away last year.

No registration fee or minimum donation is required, but any donations are welcome. More information about the event and fundraising options can be found in our Linktree.

If you have any questions or are interested in registering a team for the walk, please reach out to our Service Director, Victoria: [email protected]

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