What is Alpha Phi Omega?

Alpha Phi Omega is a national service fraternity founded by Frank Reed Horton at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania.

After serving in the United States Marine Corps. in World War I, Horton decided to start an organization that would uphold its members to a "standard of manhood" and to try and help the nations of this world settle their disputes in a manner other than war.

Alpha Phi Omega was founded on the beliefs of the Boy Scout Oath and Law, a code of morals and idelas Horton believed should be strengthened in everyone.

Vision Statement:
Alpha Phi Omega is committed to being the foremost student-run organization in developing lifelong leaders, instilling lasting friendships, and fostering a lifetime of service to all people.

Mission Statement:
To strengthen the presence of Alpha Phi Omega on college campuses and among its members
To support the spread of the Fraternity's principles and activities on college campuses and among its members
To provide opportunities for its members and college students to develop effective leadershipskills

To promote fellowship among all people
To provide service to humanity
To further our acknowledged freedoms