Alpha Phi

Sorority · Collegiate Panhellenic Council

Known as A Phi

Alpha Phi is a sisterhood of outstanding women supporting one another in lifelong achievement.

Council

Collegiate Panhellenic Council

At Iowa State

Since 2015

Housing

Chapter house

Founded

Nationally in 1872

About the chapter

The sisterhood of Alpha Phi stretches from coast to coast with over 160 collegiate campuses and more than 200,000 members. Sisters share a commitment to excellence and a strong desire to help one another and their communities. Alpha Phis are leaders, scholars, contributors and lifetime members of a sisterhood that values these traits. Alpha Phi assists college women in making informed choices to reach their highest potential. Alpha Phi enhances and promotes each member's development and learning by focusing on sisterhood, service, scholarship, leadership, loyalty and character development.

“Alpha Phi has shaped me into the person I am today in more ways than I could have ever imagined. The Zeta Delta chapter has given me countless opportunities to grow, challenge myself, and become the best version of myself. Surrounded by such incredible women, I have learned the true meaning of Character, Innovation, Generosity, and Sisterhood. Alpha Phi has not only given me lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories, but it has also helped me discover more about who I am and the person I strive to be. I could not be more grateful for this chapter and for all of the amazing women in Alpha Phi!”

Krissy Spear, 2026 Chapter President

Chapter facts

Motto: Union Hand in Hand
Philanthropy: The Alpha Phi Foundation supporting Women’s Heart Health
Address: 307 Ash Ave, Ames
Living: Apartment style suites- our chapter facility is made up of many suites that come with a full kitchen, multiple bathrooms, and a living room. Desks are in the living rooms while actual beds are their own rooms made up of 1-4 mans.
Alcohol: Alcohol-free chapter house

As listed by Alpha Phi on its Iowa State SFE page.

How to join

Panhellenic sororities hold Primary Recruitment each fall, before classes start, and Secondary Recruitment through the rest of the school year. Fifteen of the sixteen chapters have a house south of campus.

SFE interest form