Mission Statement

The purpose of Chi Rho Omicron shall be to promote the understanding, enrichment and appreciation of the Pilipino culture, history and heritage through a brotherhood/family environment; to instill the desire for self-improvement, scholastic excellence and the cultivation for civic responsibility.

08-09 Executive Cabinet

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If you are interested in becoming a part of our brotherhood and you would like to bring Chi Rho Omicron to your campus, please email us at expansion@davisxpo.com or contact Jose Oliveria III at (415) 335-0640.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2009Gawad Kalinga 


As a fraternity we are proud and thankful to have a house and a home but we realize there are so many people out there who are not as fortunate as us. So it is a goal for the Brothers of CHI RHO OMICRON to build a house in the Philippines for the underprivileged by raising money and donating it to Gawad Kalinga.

What is Gawad Kalinga?

Gawad Kalinga (GK) translated in English means to "to give care", and it is an alternative solution to the blatant problem of poverty not just in the Philippines but in the world. GK's vision for the Philippines is a slum-free nation through a simple strategy of providing land for the landless, homes for the homeless, food for the hungry and as a result providing dignity and peace for those in need.

Gawad Kalinga is more than about building houses for the poorest of the poor. Providing a decent home is just the beginning of the transformation of the people and the community.

Our goal is to raise $1800 to build a house for the less fortunate in the Metro Manila area in the Philippines and turn that money over to Gawad Kalinga. Using their contractors, materials and connections this small $1800 donation can build a home for a family of four! In December 2008, it was estimated that 8.1 million Filipinos lived in Slums or "squatter homes" (self constructed shelters made from scrap metal and other available resources). Please help XPO and do your part to give someone a place to live and a home to call their own.

Be on the lookout for future fundraisers and events which will help us change the life of a family forever.

for more information visit http://www.gawadkalinga.org/
and
http://www.davisxpo.com/

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The brothers of CHI RHO OMICRON, Zeta Chapter at the University of California Davis have launched the BLUE & WHITE RIBBON CAMPAIGN. We have designed a blue and white ribbon which can be pinned on clothing or your backpack and we will be selling these for $2 with 100% of the profit going towards GK and ultimately the building of a house in the Philippines.

SEE ANY BROTHER OF CHI RHO OMICRON TO PURCHASE A RIBBON.

Thank You.


Monday, February 16, 2009XPO Fundraiser at the Habit 


On February 17th the brothers of Chi Rho Omicron will be hosting a fundraiser at Habit from 4 pm to 9 pm. Present a flyer at the time of purchase to show some support.

Look out for us at the Coffee House Tables at the MU to pick up a flyer. We will be tabling from 10am-2pm on Tuesday.

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Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Time: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Habit Burger
Street: 500 1st Street Suite 7 in the Davis Commons
City/Town: Davis, CA

Monday, January 12, 2009217 


Lets get Winter Quarter crackin! Come party with the brothers of CHI RHO OMICRON on Wednesday, January 14th @ 217!!!

-Event is strictly for the 18+
-FREE for the 21+
-Valid ID is required for entry
-Limited Presales
-$10 for Presales
-$15 at the door
-Dress code strictly enforced
-No baggy clothes, sweats, sports attire, hats or white t's

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Start Time: Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at 10:00pm
End Time: Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 2:00am
Location: 217 (formerly known as Soga's )
Street: 217 E Street
City/Town: Davis, CA

Monday, January 05, 2009Fil-Am at Chevy's 

On January 6th the UCD Fil-Am will be hosting a fundraiser from the hours of 5-8pm in Dixon. Bring a flyer at the time of purchase and the Fil-Am will receive 25% of the entire purchase.

Look out for us at the Coffee House Tables at the MU. We will be tabling from 10am-2pm both Monday and Tuesday.

You can either pick up a flyer at the tables or they will be distributed through several List-serves. So come through the MU or ask around.

If you have any questions please ask any member or:

Bridge
FAHC
FILAH
Chi Rho Omicron Inc.
Kappa Psi Epsilon
PASE
MK

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Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Time: 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Chevy's
Street: 1470 Ary Lane
City/Town: Dixon, CA

Tuesday, November 25, 2008FAT D's 

Come join Mga Kapatid and all the FILAM Orgs as we celebrate our annual Filipino American
Thanksgiving Dinner (FAT D's). This celebration is a much anticipated event in the FILAM during the
holiday season because we are celebrating as a FAMILY. Even our ALUMNI come back to
Davis for this event because it is something special and we want to share this night with all
of you, especially to the new faces of the FILAM.

SO COME AND CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING WITH THE FILAMILY!!

Doors Open at 6:30 pm
Dinner Served at 7:00 pm

BRING EITHER YOUR FOOD ASSIGNMENT OR $5 AT THE DOOR OR
CLOTHES/BLANKET DONATION FOR CLOTHES/BLANKET DRIVE

Food Assignments by LAST NAME:
A-G: Drinks
H-N: Main Dish
O-Z: Dessert
Main dishes and desserts to feed 5.
Drinks, at least two 2 liters or gallons

- Find out the results of PCN tryouts!
- See performances by MK Choir, MK Modern.. AND MORE
- Slideshow of this year in FILAM
- Video montage of the FILAM
- Read the first release of Balitaan
- Buy Filam\MK shirts

Saturday, June 28, 20089 Years 

Zeta chapter was founded upon the dream of building a secure bond between individuals.

Collaborating in unity to provide a strong brotherhood.

This dream became reality on June 28, 1999. Exactly 9 years ago.

On this day 6 respectful young gentlemen have laid the backbone for our existence and began the birth of our chapter.

Randy G. Valdez


Monday, June 23, 2008CALL TO ACTION 

CALL TO ACTION
CONTACT MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE TO SUPPORT FILIPINO VETERANS

The House of Representatives is close to bringing Filipino WWII veterans legislation to the floor for a vote (as part of the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act), but your help is needed to make sure that when this happens, we will EMERGE VICTORIOUS!

What YOU can do:
1. Contact your member of Congress in their DC office: Make calls, send e-mails and faxes asking them to support the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act (which includes the restoration of veterans' status for Filipino WWII veterans)
2. Help us secure support from both sides of the aisle-- Democrats AND Republicans

To reach your representative call the Capitol Hill switchboard at 202-224-3121 to be connected to any member of Congress. You can also find information about the House of Representatives online at http://www.house.gov.


Below are talking points, a phone script and a sample letter

Please make the following points:
· The Senate has passed the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act, which includes restoration of veterans status for Filipino WWII veterans- THE TIME FOR THE HOUSE TO ACT IS NOW!
· The Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act not only corrects this injustice, but provides a range of benefits for ALL veterans and will NOT take a dime from any current veteran
· The 1946 Rescission Act took away U.S. Veterans status for Filipino WWII vets and we need to right this wrong and give them the honor and recognition of that they deserve.
· Nationals from more than 60 other countries who also served under U.S. command during WWII received U.S. veteran status- Filipinos were singled out for discriminatory treatment.

PHONE SCRIPT
"Hello! My name is [insert your name] and I would like to speak with the staffer working on veterans affairs."

"Hello! My name is [insert your name] and I would like [insert Congressmember's name] to pass the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act. This bill (S. 1315) includes provisions to restore US veteran status for Filipinos and provide them with the resources they need to live out the remainder of their lives with the honor and dignity their service to this country in World War II deserves. It is now time for the House to act.

"Can I count on [Congressmember' s name] to support this legislation?"
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Letter for the House of Representatives

June 20, 2008

Dear Representative:

We are writing to request your support for the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act which includes provisions to restore veterans status to Filipino WWII veterans. Time is running out for this bill, and we strongly urge your leadership on this important issue.

On April 24, the Senate voted to pass this bill (S. 1315) by the overwhelming bipartisan vote of 96-1 and it is time for the House to follow suit. This bill is of UTMOST IMPORTANCE to our community and we call on you to support this bill in its current form and to vote for it when it comes to a floor vote. We strongly urge you to oppose any efforts to weaken the provisions of the bill.

Out of the original 250,000 Filipino soldiers originally called to serve, there are only 18,000 veterans left, and the time is now to rectify the 62-year injustice done to these few brave soldiers. We call on you to restore full equity to our veterans so that they can live out their remaining years with the full measure of honor befitting their service to this country.

For more information about the bill, or about the National Alliance for Filipino Veterans Equity, contact Ben de Guzman, NAFVE Campaign Coordinator at nafve2007@gmail. com or by phone at 202-422-4909.

Thank you for your time.


Sincerely,
YOUR NAME

RUSH 2009