AOII Symbols

The Color
Alpha Omicron Pi has only one color, cardinal. It is the color of the Fraternity flower, the ruby and the ribbon sometimes worn under the badge to welcome a new collegiate chapter.

The Jewel
Alpha Omicron Pi has only one jewel, the ruby. The occasional use of pearls or diamonds in special badges has no significance or special meaning.

The Wheat
The wheat indicates usefulness in its harvest. The binding together of the wheat into a sheaf gave Alpha Omicron Pi the new member pin, the name for the magazine, and the rings for the president and international president.

The Rose
A deep red, Nineteenth Century French rose – called the General Jacqueminot – was chosen as the flower of Alpha Omicron Pi because its color is the uniting factor of the central and essential virtue of the Fraternity. This strong red rose, with its overtones of courage and vigor, was selected for its richness of color and fragrance, combined with softness and modesty of bearing. Its choice had no connection with any legend, poem or story.

The Badge
The badge of Alpha Omicron Pi is composed of the three initial letters of the three words of the Motto, superimposed one upon the next in order, which gives the Fraternity its name. Badges may be worn by initiated members only.

The Monogram
The use of the monogram the superimposed letters A O II, is permitted only in the badge, and other specific items as determined by the Fraternity Ritual, Traditions and Jewelry Committee. It should NEVER be used in lights for a house sign, on programs, stationery, place cards, gifts, favors, recruitment booklets, yearbooks or in any other way. For such purposes, A O II, in sequence, is used.

The New Member Pin
A single piece of wheat may easily be broken, but a sheaf bound together stands strong. Likewise, the binding together of wheat into a sheaf in the new member pin represents individuals bound by the common bond of Alpha Omicron Pi.

The Name of the Magazine
TO DRAGMA, the Greek, is translated as "the sheaf." The name was selected for three reasons: because it is a reminder of the common interest which unites all AOIIs; because it is a record of accomplishment, or harvest; and because it fittingly describes the purpose of such a publication, the uniting of members through communication.

The Panda
While not an official symbol, the Fraternity and our chapters consider the Panda to be its mascot. The Panda is the only animal known to have no natural enemies.