Norman in Cleveland County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)

Home of Chi Omega

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, June 19, 2025

1. Home of Chi Omega Marker

Inscription. On November 13, 1919, upon the petition of ten women led by Gertrude Sidener, Epsilon Alpha became a chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity, conferred by National President Mary Love Collins. The installation took place on the second floor of The Varsity Shop at the corner of Asp and Boyd. Eight years thereafter, in 1928, this beautiful and stately Southern Colonial structure became home to Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity. It has been the home away from home for generations of Chi Omegas, having been remodeled and expanded to accommodate the chapter's impressive growth in prominence and size. The warmth, dignity and strength of the house reflects Epsilon Alpha's long tradition of scholarly achievement, student and interfraternity leadership, strong and loyal alumnae, highest standards and the cultivation of deep and enduring fraternal bonds. The writing of the O.U. Chant in 1938 by Chi Omega Jessie Lone Clarkson Gilkey is but one of Epsilon Alpha's countless contributions to the university and to university life.

Those who enter as guests are welcome. Those who enter as sisters are forever blessed.

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by The University of Oklahoma.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. In addition, it is included in the University of Oklahoma series list. A significant historical date for this entry is November 13, 1919.

Location. 35° 12.394′ N, 97° 27.016′ W. Marker is in Norman, Oklahoma, in Cleveland County. It is on Chautauqua Avenue south of West Brooks Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 820 Chautauqua Ave, Norman OK 73069, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Central Oklahoma — Frontier Country

and in Greater Oklahoma City.

It is also in the American South,

specifically on the prairies,

and on the Southern Plains.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Beta Theta Pi Fraternity House, The University

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, June 19, 2025

2. Home of Chi Omega Marker

of Oklahoma (within shouting distance of this marker); The Ledbetter House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Anne and Henry Zarrow Hall (about 700 feet away); Farzaneh Hall (about 700 feet away); Historic Robertson Hall (about 700 feet away); Patricio Gimeno House (about 700 feet away); David L. Boren College of International Studies Marker (about 800 feet away); Goddard Health Center (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Norman.

Another marker is no longer nearby. Ellison Hall (was approx. 0.2 miles away but has been confirmed missing).

Also see . . . Our History. Founded in 1895 at the University of Arkansas, Chi Omega is the largest women’s fraternal organization in the world with over 420,000 Initiates, 181 collegiate chapters, and 248 alumnae chapters. (Chi Omega Fraternity) (Submitted on July 7, 2025, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2025, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 97 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 7, 2025, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.