There are actually several ways to become a member of Alpha Omicron Pi.  Most commonly, Alpha Omicron Pi seeks potential new members through a formal recruitment process on campuses where we have collegiate chapters.  Working within Panhellenic guidelines, chapters may also be allowed to recruit informally.  The addition of a collegiate chapter on a campus where one does not exist is called extension and evolves through a well-planned process involving the National Panhellenic Conference, the college or university and AOII to help guarantee the success of the new chapter.  AOII also has an alumnae initiate membership program to recruit new members who are no longer collegians.  More specific information on how to become a member and how to recommend someone else for membership is available in this section.