About

Struggling to overcome prejudices relating to physical and cultural differences, Asian American immigrants found it difficult to retain their cultural identities and ethnic backgrounds. Much of this cultural amnesia is due to the perpetual assimilation of accepted values and norms that differ from those of our ancestral heritage. Although times have changed, misconceptions still prevail. In the spring of nineteen hundred and ninety-four, at the California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, the fraternity Omega Xi Delta was conceived to meet and address these issues.

Brought together by the need to reshape society to view every one of Asian descent on the level, nine men came together to focus on the accomplishment of this goal. In time the essence of their purpose grew, much like the fraternity. The expansion of those objectives included: resolution, through education, of prejudices concerning Asian cultures; the provision of a union whereupon men would be able to look towards each other for brotherhood, friendship, and support; and the instillation of fundamental virtues and strengths characteristic of gentlemen.

Omega Xi Delta is a proud organization dedicated to the development of cultural awareness. In advocating the exposition of diversity and talent in the Asian community, Omega Xi Delta has extended its arms to welcome the visionary few who are driven towards a better future. Omega Xi Delta awaits you.

To me Omega Xi Delta is not just an organization, it is a way of life. We hold our 3 pillars: Brotherhood, Gentlemen-like conduct, and Cultural Awareness as our foundation. We offer an opportunity to enhance your college experience and prepare you for the future. We come to college to learn, but there is the in-class learning and the out-of-class learning. Both are essential to succeed and grow as a person. Omega Xi Delta helps provide the tools to be successful and confident, but the individual is the one who has to decide how he wants to use them. Many use it as a platform to become leaders on campus and in their respective communities.

We are dedicated to cultural awareness because sometimes people are oblivious to the distinctions between Asian cultures. Diverse cultures are treated as interchangeable. We come together as unique individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds with common goals and values. Empowerment begins...

Sincerely,
Ian Valencia
President 2006-2007