Welcome to our sisterhood!

established in 2022, we are THE FIRST NPC SORORITY AT CU DENVER

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about alpha phi

“The very heart of Alpha Phi membership is connected by a common set of ideals. Alpha Phi offers a unique bond of sisterhood, a spirit of generosity, high expectations for character and a drive for innovation. These are our High Ideals of Membership, which define what it truly means to be an Alpha Phi.”

- Alpha Phi International Fraternity

FRATERNITY FOUNDED - 1872

COLORS - SILVER & BORDEAUX

MOTTO - “UNION HAND IN HAND”

ALPHA PHI’S IDEALS

SISTERHOOD

Being sisters means standing hand-in-hand to support one another through all aspects of life. It means being there for each other and always having someone to lean on, share exciting moments with, and encourage to be the best version of themselves to achieve new and exciting things. Sisterhood is all about support, unconditional love, and an unbreakable bond.

INNOVATION

This core value stems from the innovative spirits of our 10 founders in 1872. These women made history, creating their own fraternity for women, after being denied into the men’s fraternities on campus at Syracuse University. These women with their courageous ambitions, established a baseline for the impact of Alpha Phi as we know it. They didn’t back down from the challenges they faced and worked together to create the sisterhood we know and love today.

GENEROSITY

Alpha Phi believes strongly in expressing generosity to both sisters and the world around us. The heart of Alpha Phi is represented through generosity in our community service efforts, raising awareness for heart health, and advancing the lives of women around the world. The Alpha Phi Foundation is powered by philanthropic efforts like grants, scholarships, and leadership opportunities to raise awareness for women’s heart health.

CHARACTER

Upholding high standards of character means being inclusive and supportive, showcasing the qualities of being kind and caring. This ideal is important to us as we continue to grow and learn from the qualities of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

symbols

greek letters

"Using the Greek alphabet, the name Alpha Phi is depicted above. Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet and Phi is the twenty-first letter. In the Greek language, Phi is pronounced “fee” instead of “fie” when it follows a vowel."
- Alphs Phi International Fraternity

ivy leaf

"An ever-growing vine, the ivy leaf symbolizes the growth of the Alpha Phi sisterhood. It also represents fidelity and eternal friendship. Ivy is incorporated into Alpha Phi’s crest and new member pins."
- Alpha Phi International Fraternity

flowers

"One of the flowers of Alpha Phi is the fragrant lily of the valley."
- Alpha Phi International Fraternity
"The other flower of Alpha Phi is the blue and gold forget-me-not.
“When all your college days are through,
To Alpha Phi you’ll e’er be true,
Forget‐me-nots will still be blue,
And Alpha Phis are true.”
– Lovely Girl"
- Alpha Phi International Fraternity

constellation

"The Fraternity constellation is Ursa Major, the Great Bear. Ursa Major is primarily known for its main seven stars, the Big Dipper, which are superimposed on the lower left-hand corner of Alpha Phi’s crest."
- Alpha Phi International Fraternity