The
ODK chapter at Augustana was formed in 1965. Every year the organization
initiates 20 to 35 new members. Augie is on of 233 active "circles"
in the country.
National History...
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.