Chi Rho Omicron

Mission Statement

The Purpose of Chi Rho Omicron shall be to promote the understanding, enrichment, and appreciation of the Pilipino Culture, History, and Heritage through a Brotherhood/Family Environment; to instill the desire for Self-Improvement, Scholastic Excellence, and the Cultivation for Civic Responsibility.

History

On February 20, 1995, this brotherhood became a reality on the Fresno State University campus. The Founding Fathers felt a need in unifying Pilipinos into a brotherhood; they believed that this unity could be accomplished by extinguishing the lines between regions, class levels, and language variables.

Now, the San Francisco State University campus carries the elite brotherhood of Chi Rho Omicron Inc. established on February 16, 1996. Our organization reaches out to the community as a way of spreading Pilipino awareness and to provide a role model for those to follow. By holding out our hands to the public, we are not just supporting those in the community; we are helping ourselves.

Chi Rho Omicron, Inc prefers to label itself more as a close-knit brotherhood rather than a typical fraternity. Indeed, the organization is only limited to the state of California and numbers less than 500, but this ensures that all the bros remain close and actually KNOW its fellow members. XPO does not believe in just giving away letters to those simply willing to pay some membership dues. Considering its status as a cultural fraternity, some stereotypes do run true when it comes to enhancing the college experience through socials, parties, and brotherhood events. XPO is, above all, a FAMILY.

While Chi Rho Omicron, Inc is a Filipino-based fraternity, the brotherhood welcomes gentlemen from all types of cultures. Current brothers originate from a mix of ethnic backgrounds ranging from: Latin-American, African-American, Indian, as well as other mainland Asian countries. XPO takes pride in its ability and flexibility to show interest in learning about other cultures as well as promoting the Philippine heritage.