Welcome

Welcome to the Kappa Nu chapter of Alpha Chi Omega at Carnegie Mellon University!

Alpha Chi Omega, founded in 1885, has initiated 300,000 members in more than 140 collegiate chapters and nearly 200 alumnae chapters nationwide. Sisters of Alpha Chi Omega continually uphold our membership standards of responsibility, character, leadership, academic achievement, and personal development throughout their time in college and the rest of their lives. The Kappa Nu chapter was founded at Carnegie Mellon University in April 2006. We are proud to be celebrating our 18th year at CMU this year. 

When I first arrived at CMU, there were three things that I was looking for. I wanted to get more involved with campus traditions such as painting the fence, building a booth for Carnival, and participating in Greek Sing. I also wanted to be able to give back to the CMU and Pittsburgh community. Most of all, I wanted to find a close-knit community that would serve as my home base throughout my time at CMU –  a place where I could have fun while also being able to grow as a person. I have found all of these and so much more through joining Alpha Chi Omega. 

When I first met the sisters of AXO, the genuine conversations I had with each sister stuck out to me. I appreciated how they took the time to get to know me for me – my interests, passions, and feelings. I knew I wanted to join after feeling inspired and valued in just a few short conversations. 

Since then, I’ve learned that not only are Alpha Chi’s genuine and caring, but they are also extremely dedicated and passionate in everything that they do. Our membership is very diverse in its majors as well as extracurricular involvement. I have become so close to sisters who I never would have met outside of AXO. Alpha Chi’s are involved in all aspects of CMU’s campus whether it be TAs, research assistants, performers, musicians, student-athletes, student organization leaders, and more. Every day, I am inspired by the accomplishments of my sisters and motivated by their passion. 

Alpha Chi’s are also dedicated to our philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness. We support our philanthropy through fundraisers and participating in awareness events to promote unity and healthy relationships. This shared value creates a caring environment within our chapter based on empathy and support that makes our members feel at home.  

I’m so grateful to call AXO my home base, a place where I can always come back to. I know every one of my sisters, no matter how close we are, will always be there for me which has allowed me to grow so much during my time at CMU. I’m proud and honored to be the Chapter President of such a supportive, diverse community that uplifts each sister to be the best version of themselves that they can be. Alpha Chi Omega is dedicated to providing resources and programming to empower real, strong women to create lifelong bonds and reach their full potential in college and beyond. 

If you are interested in learning more about how Alpha Chi Omega can make your undergraduate years (and beyond) the best they can be, check out our Instagram (@cmuaxo) for upcoming events, website or email me at slswitze@andrew.cmu.edu!

Loyally, 

Suzy Switzer 

Chapter President