About Us

Seven years ago, in April 2002, a group of gentlemen all somehow intertwined in a web of friendships soon to blossom came together with the intent to establish a chapter of Chi Psi Fraternity at George Mason University. Much was to be said for, and none to be said against, the notion of founding Chi Psi at George Mason. Intimidating opposition and an ever-growing list of necessary processes for our Alpha to grow were met with little trepidation by the group, led by Kishore Thota. On the morning of Thursday, August 1st, 2002, Kishore Thota met and spoke with the Executive Council of Chi Psi Fraternity at the 161st National Convention. After meeting and answering their questions, the Executive Council voted on the pending issue, and on Thursday, August 1, 2002, the George Mason University Interest Group became the newest Colony of Chi Psi Fraternity: Omega Delta.

The development of the Omega Delta Colony of Chi Psi Fraternity took an enormous step in August 2003, when the colony attended the 162nd Annual Convention of Chi Psi in Atlanta, Georgia. It was at this convention that the colony petitioned for Alpha status, and subsequently received unanimous support for that elevation in status. Now known as Alpha Omega Delta, this Alpha of Chi Psi Fraternity at George Mason University has grown in size to 29 active brothers and a strong Spring 2009 pledge class. The dedication, passion, and organization that our men possess sets us apart from any other fraternal organization on campus. Our spirit and love for both Chi Psi and all of our brothers makes us much of who we are today; first and foremost, always gentlemen. The flames of our dedication and passion cannot be extinguished, and our progress cannot be stifled.

Accomplishments for a young Alpha

While facing the challenges of any new Alpha, Omega Delta has already achieved distinction during its young life. In August 2005, Travis C. Valentine, ‘05, received the Stanley J. Birge Award recognizing him as the most outstanding graduate in the Fraternity that year. Travis was one of the 13 founders of Omega Delta and graduated cum laude in May 2005; he served as #2, Pledge Educator, Recruitment Chairman, Historian, and Fundraising Chairman for the Alpha. He continues to serve on the Alumni Corporation to this day.

Omega Delta is honored to have Dr. J. Thomas Hennessey, Jr., Chief of Staff for George Mason University, serve as our faculty advisor. Dr. Hennessey was first contacted by Travis Valentine, ‘05, during the summer of 2005.Following discussions with the #1, Asa Miller, ‘07, he agreed to become Omega Delta’s faculty advisor as well as a member of both the President’s Council and the Executive Council. Dr. Hennessey has shown a true interest in bettering our Alpha and encouraging its actives to become student leaders on campus; he has stressed leadership, academic success, and strong initiative on campus to fully take advantage of the valuable opportunities which exist within the George Mason community.

During the 2004-2005 school year, Phil Russel, ‘07, created the official digital image of the Chi Psi Badge. Phil was a member of the interest group that became the Omega Delta Colony in 2002, and he was also one of the 13 founding Brothers of Alpha Omega Delta at the Charter Initiation. He devoted many hours to creating the digital image, which has been adopted by the Central Office as the official digital version of the Chi Psi Badge. A note of recognition and thanks to Phil from #23 Sam Bessey, ‘97, was presented to Omega Delta, and Phil also received a resolution of appreciation from the 164th Annual Convention.