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Omicron Delta Kappa was founded
December 3, 1914 at Washington and Lee University, Lexington,
Virginia, by 15 student and faculty leaders. The founders
formulated the idea that leadership of exceptional quality and
versatility in college should be recognized, that
representatives in all phases of college life should cooperate
in worthwhile endeavors, and that outstanding students, faculty,
and administrators should meet on a basis of mutual interest,
understanding and helpfulness.
ODK was the first college honor
society of a national scope to give recognition and honor for
meritorious leadership and service in extracurricular activities
and to encourage development of general campus citizenship.
The
Omicron Delta Kappa "mark of distinction" is well recognized by
leaders in both the academic and business worlds. |