Chi Omega Symphony

Chi Omega’s Symphony stands the test of time…it too represents a timeless choice. Our Symphony exemplifies goals to which Chi Omegas aspire. Because Chi Omega is like a symphony – each individual, just like a single instrument, is unique and necessary. It is when the individuals come together, just like an orchestra, that a symphony results. It is important for each member of Chi Omega to be herself. Each Chi Omega has individual talents to contribute to our sisterhood, but our chapter and Fraternity are most successful when the group comes together as a whole.

The Chi Omega Symphony was written in 1904 by Ethel Switzer Howard, a pledge of Xi Chapter at Northwestern University.  She wrote the poem in preparation for her initiation and felt that the words exemplified goals to which Chi Omegas aspired.  Ethel Switzer Howard's Symphony has since become every Chi Omega's creed.