Home of Alpha Phi

Home of Alpha Phi. . To commemorate the centennial celebration of Phi chapter of Alpha Phi Fraternity, this marker is dedicated by over 2,000 University of Oklahoma chapter members who continue to provide a “tie which unites, a circle of friends” for women young and old all around the world. From hand to hand and heart to heart, we are all grateful and proud of the legacy left to us by our founders. All who have ever been admitted ‘within the bonds’ are, forever, members of the Sisterhood of Alpha Phi. , “"A Century of Sisterhood, A Lifetime of Friends”. , On September 14, 1917, eight new Alpha Phis were welcomed by Frances Merriweather of Omicron chapter and initiated into new chapter: Phi Chapter at the University of Oklahoma, which was judged to be “a growing institution of good standing and fine ideals.” The new sisters themselves were “girls who stand well in their work,” as Frances observed. One of Phi chapter's charter members, Lucille Johnson, explained the chapter's origin. She and several students had formed a local group and in “true Sooner spirit began our race to stake a claim in Alpha Phi.” The chapter house was located at 536 S University and later at 640 Elm Street. In the early 50's Lucy Hart Finnerty, Phi '24 acquired a large lot in a new section of the campus that was reserved exclusively for Greek housing. A magnificent new home was built in September 1959, and the chapter members moved into their new home at 1401 College. The house has been remodeled and expanded to reflect Phi chapter's emphasis on growth, scholarship, leadership and gracious hospitality.