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AOII was founded in 1897 by four brave and idealistic women, to be a place where girls could go to find a home full of individual, kind, caring and inspiring girls - as Founder Stella George Stern Perry once said - "high-minded, like-minded, loyal-hearted girls". Stella, Helen, Elizabeth and Jessie - the four founders - were all unique and wonderful women. Take this quiz to figure out which one you are most like!

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Jessie distinguished herself as a teacher and writer. She was a gallant crusader for any cause she felt was just. She was a true philanthropist and a dynamic leader. Jessie gave AOII depth and sincerity.

Jessie Wallace Hughan

Bess, as she was usually called, was outstanding in education, social welfare and as a writer. Bess was the 13th National President of AOII. Prior to that she spent five years as AOII’s first Registrar and established AOII’s Central Office. She was always helping others. Her quiet confident manner came from an inner strength. Bess gave AOII sympathetic understanding, kindness, gentleness and conscientious leadership.

Elizabeth Heywood Wyman

A true scholar with a keen mind, Helen was destined to become a great lawyer. She was the organizational genius of the group and gave AOII its Constitution and Bylaws. As AOII’s third National President, she installed many early chapters and promoted expansion. She was the mother of two daughters who was also prominent in New York education, serving on the Board of Education and as a Trustee of Barnard College. Helen was also a gifted musician

Helen St. Clair Mullan

Stella was well-known for her literary talents. She was the first president of Alpha Chapter, the first National President of AOII and was elected Historian of AOII for life. Most of the information we have about the early history of the fraternity is due to Stella’s writings. Artistic, dramatic and idealistic, she gave AOII’s Ritual simplicity and tolerance. Her work was well done, as AOII’s Ritual is unchanged since 1897.

Stella George Stern Perry

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