A Message from the President
Lucy Kanias
Chapter President
Hello, and welcome! I’m Lucy Kanias, and I am honoured to serve as the President of the Theta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega here at MIT. I hope this letter gives you a glimpse into who we are and what we stand for.
Alpha Chi Omega was founded in 1885 at DePauw University by seven “Real. Strong. Women.” A century later, in 1985, MIT’s own real strong women established the Theta Omicron chapter. Our guiding motto, “Real. Strong. Women.”, is at the heart of AXO. Across the country, our chapters bring together women who are bold, kind, intelligent, creative and so much more. At MIT, our sisters exemplify these qualities through their involvement in a wide range of organisations and pursuits.
As President, I hope to carry forward the legacy of those before me by prioritising diversity, equity, and inclusion all while fostering a supportive and open environment. These values define our chapter, where members come from vastly different backgrounds yet unite in building a community rooted in honesty, kindness, and care. I am committed to upholding these qualities and ensuring that our members flourish in every aspect of their lives—both on campus and beyond. What makes me most proud to be part of Alpha Chi Omega is not my personal growth through the unwavering support I’ve received, but rather the achievements of every member in our chapter, spanning an incredible variety of disciplines.
Our second motto, “Together let us seek the heights,” truly reflects the ambition and passion of our members. Alongside tackling MIT’s rigorous coursework, our sisters are pushing boundaries—designing rockets, sharing their expertise across the world, publishing research in countless fields, and championing change in their communities on both local and global scales. Their academic dedication is complemented by a love for the outdoors, creative expression, service and spending quality time with one another. No matter what they set their minds to, they do so wholeheartedly.
Beyond our own chapter, we are dedicated to empowering women everywhere. Through our philanthropy for domestic violence awareness, we use our voices to fight against domestic and sexual violence. In collaboration with the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center, Theta Omicron works to make the Boston community a safer and more supportive place for those affected by sexual violence. We also strive to foster healthy relationships within MIT and raise awareness about the warning signs and impact of domestic violence.
The Theta Omicron chapter of Alpha Chi Omega at MIT is a close-knit community of talented and compassionate women. Here, there is always a sister ready to celebrate your achievements, support you through late-night problem sets, or offer comfort during challenging times. I am grateful to be part of this sisterhood—a space that encourages each of us to grow into our best selves while making a meaningful impact at MIT and beyond.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Alpha Chi Omega. I hope you have the opportunity to experience the friendship and support of AXO, whether here at MIT or elsewhere in the world.
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