Hi! my name is Mariana Riccio, and I am honored to serve as Chapter President of Alpha Chi Omega. I’m thrilled to virtually welcome you to our sisterhood—a place where lifelong connections, leadership opportunities, and personal growth come to life.

When I first came to Clemson from Upstate New York, I was nervous to be so far away from the people and place that meant so much to me but Alpha Chi Omega quickly became my home away from home. I remember opening my bid like it was yesterday, excited for the next chapter and all that was to come. The inspiring women in our chapter have supported me, encouraged me, and helped me grow into a better version of myself. If you had told me a year ago that I would have the incredible opportunity to serve as Chapter President as a sophomore, I would have been shocked. Today, I couldn't be more grateful or excited to give back to the sisterhood that has given me so much.

Our chapter is filled with driven, compassionate women who are leaders, scholars, and friends. Together, we work to make a difference on campus and beyond—especially through our philanthropy supporting Safe Harbor and domestic violence awareness. Events like Walk-a-Mile, Denim Day, and Healthy Relationships Week allow us to spread awareness and support survivors while reminding us of the Real Strong Woman we truly have in our Chapter.

Alpha Chi Omega is more than just a sorority—it’s a family. We create meaningful bonds, celebrate each other’s strengths, and empower one another to reach new heights.

If you’re participating in recruitment, I hope you find a community where you feel seen, supported, and inspired like I have. Whether that’s Alpha Chi Omega or another chapter, I wish you the best as you begin this exciting journey, if it wasn’t for Theta Lambda I truly believe I would not be the person I am today. If you have any questions or just want to connect, don’t hesitate to reach out! I can’t wait to meet you and show you why Alpha Chi Omega means so much to me and my sisters.

Mariana Riccio