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Omega Delta Sigma
ΩΔΣ
Founded1999; 25 years ago (1999)
University of Florida
TypeLeadership and Service
EmphasisVeterans
ScopeNational
MottoProfessional, Scholars, Warriors
PillarsSelfless Service and Leadership
Colors  Blue,   Black and   Silver
SymbolAmerican Flag
PhilanthropyWounded Warrior Project
Chapters6 (active)
HeadquartersState College, Pennsylvania
United States
WebsiteOfficial website

Omega Delta Sigma (ΩΔΣ) is an American collegiate fraternity for veterans. Also known as ODS, it is a leadership and service-based co-ed fraternity.

History[edit]

Omega Delta Sigma was founded by Carlos A Espitia[1] at the University of Florida in 1999 as a way for veterans to come together, share experiences, and meet other veterans.

Omega Delta Sigma helps with the transition from military to college life, creates a network of contacts, and offers support and services to veterans.[2] Since its founding, the fraternity has established several chapters located across the United States.[2]

Symbols[edit]

The fraternity's colors are blue, black, and silver. Its motto is "Professional, Scholars, Warriors".[3] Its pillars are "Selflessness, Service, and Leadership". Its symbol is the American Flag.

Membership[edit]

Potential members must be enrolled in a college or university with a chapter, have a GPA of 2.5, and must be an active duty, reserve duty, National Guard, or honorably or medically discharged veterans.[4]

Philanthropy[edit]

Omega Delta Sigma donates to Wounded Warrior Project, Support the Troops, and Toys for Tots. In addition, each chapter organizes its philanthropy events.

Chapters[edit]

Following is a list of Omega Delta Sigma chapters.[5] Active chapters are indicated in bold. Inactive chapters are in italics.

Chapter Charter date Institution Location Status References
Florida Alpha 1999 University of Florida Gainesville, Florida Inactive
Florida Beta 1999 Saint Leo University St. Leo, Florida Inactive
Texas Alpha 2009 Texas A&M University–Kingsville Kingsville, Texas Inactive
National 2009 State College, Pennsylvania Active
Pennsylvania Alpha 2011 Pennsylvania State University University Park, Pennsylvania Active [6][7][8]
Nevada Alpha February 2012 University of Nevada, Reno Reno, Nevada Inactive [9][10]
Virginia Alpha February 20, 2012 Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia Inactive [11][a]
California Alpha March 8, 2012 California State University, Fresno Fresno, California Active [12][b]
Massachusetts Alpha 2012 University of Massachusetts Amherst Amherst, Massachusetts Inactive
Ohio Beta 2012 University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, Ohio Inactive
Oregon Alpha Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon Inactive [13][c]
Pennsylvania Beta 2013 Penn State Altoona Logan Township, Pennsylvania Inactive
Pennsylvania Gamma 2014 Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, Pennsylvania Inactive
New Jersey Alpha 2015 William Paterson University Wayne, New Jersey Inactive
Illinois Alpha 2015 Illinois State University Normal, Illinois Inactive
Pennsylvania Delta 2015 Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, Pennsylvania Inactive
Louisiana Alpha March 14, 2018 University of New Orleans New Orleans, Louisiana Active [14]
California Beta Inactive
Texas Beta University of North Texas Denton, Texas Active
Kentucky Alpha Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, Kentucky Active [15]
  1. ^ Chapter formed as a colony on March 9, 2011.
  2. ^ Chapter was established as a colony on January 7, 2011.
  3. ^ Chapter started as a colony on February 14, 2011.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Founding Fathers - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  2. ^ a b Noted in its history, national website, accessed 28 August 2022.
  3. ^ "motto - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  4. ^ "Eligibility and Guidelines for Prospects - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  5. ^ "Chapters - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  6. ^ Corso, Vincent (July 1, 2021). "After Selling State College VFW Building, Club to Establish Home for Veterans' Fraternity". StageCollege.com. Retrieved 28 August 2022.
  7. ^ "Omega Delta Sigma - OrgCentral - Penn State University Park". orgcentral.psu.edu. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  8. ^ Richards, Larkin (2022-10-28). "Omega Delta Sigma Fosters Community & Relationships For Military Veterans". Onward State. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  9. ^ Shearer, Nicole (November 10, 2020). "Two student veterans share their experiences and insight". www.unr.edu. Retrieved 28 August 2022.
  10. ^ "Nevada Alpha Chapter - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  11. ^ "Virginia Alpha Chapter - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  12. ^ "California Alpha Chapter - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-10-29. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  13. ^ "Oregon Alpha Colony - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc". web.archive.org. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  14. ^ "Omega Delta Sigma LA-Alpha". The University of New Orleans. Retrieved 2024-05-22.
  15. ^ "Omega Delta Sigma - Student Life & First-Year Experience". Eastern Kentucky University. Retrieved 2024-05-22.

External links[edit]

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