Iota Chapter of Alpha Omega Epsilon


------ History of A.O.E. ------
In 1983, 27 women engineering students from Marquette University started meeting in hopes of forming an organization for the increasing number of women in engineering. The hard work of these charter members brought their dream to a reality. The Founder's Day of Alpha Omega Epsilon is designated as November 13, 1983. On March 22, 1984, the Associated Students of Marquette University voted on and approved their constitution, elevating Alpha Omega Epsilon to a recognized organization on the campus of Marquette University. The first class of candidates was initiated in Fall of 1984, nearly doubling the number of members.

------ History of Iota ------
The Association of Women Engineers was formed in Winter 1998 as a social and professional organization for female engineering students. Our ultimate goal was to become a chapter of the professional engineering sorority Alpha Omega Epsilon. On October 17, 1998, we were initiated as a colony. With the guidance of Alpha Chapter alumni Karen Lehmkuhl and the support of Theta Tau's Omicron Beta Chapter, our dream has finally been realized. On April 1, 2000, the 20 women listed below were initiated as Charter Members of the Iota Chapter:

Jennifer Barnes	ME	Hilary Johns	ME	Carolyn O'Keefe	ME
Tracy Buescher	ME	Rose Ketchum	IMSE	Amy Pasut	ME
Andrea Darge	IMSE	Marcey Kewish	ME	Kathi Petkus	ME
Rachele Galvan	CIS	Michelle Kovacs	ME	Jana Shockling	ME
Elizabeth Gawlik	IMSE	Cindy Kreitsch	ME	Kristin Suokas	ME
Vanessa Harp	IMSE	Erika Lindsay	ECE	Jennifer Tarter	ME
Andreea Iacoban	ECE	Christina Mullins	IMSE


------ Symbols and Traditions ------
Colors	Silver, Royal Blue and White
Active Flower	White Rose
Alumnae Flower	Calla Lily
Candidate Flower	White Carnation
Mascot
Crest

------ Ideals ------

As an individual, I will promote integrity, character, honesty, self-confidence, and uphold my financial responsibilities.

As a Sorority, we will promote unity, friendship, professionalism, follow traditions, and maintain our image.

As an integral part of the school, we will promote engineering activities, high scholastic standards, and strong relations between students and faculty.

As an active member in the community, we will promote understanding, knowledge, and communication within our profession.

------ Objectives ------

To create friendships while promoting self-confidence, professionalism, and motivation among female engineers of all curricula.

To work for the betterment of the individual and the Sorority as a whole.

To create a friendly and warm environment of its members.

To promote the welfare and interests of the profession.

To strengthen the relationships between students and faculty.

To enhance educational achievements and scholarship.

To help develop the highest standards of personal integrity and character.

To foster and maintain the bond of sisterhood through a continuing program for the alumnae.