Welcome to
Kappa Omega Alpha
Iota Chapter
University of Washington’s first undergraduate public policy and pre-law-focused professional fraternity.
Why Should I Join KOA?
Mentorship
Interested in going to law school or going to graduate school? Experience an oppourtunity to connect with current MPA and MPP students.
Case Studies
Have the chance to learn real-life public policy concepts.
Guest Lecture Series
Hear from a realm of guest speakers ranging from former politicians to think tank associates across state, federal, and international levels.
Legislative Immersion
Experience the art of lobbying policy with annual Hill Day events at the Washington State Capitol.
D.C. Trip
Have the oppourtunity to go to Washington D.C. and meet with fellow KOA members from across the country.
Team Bonding
Building an undergraduate community of students interested in applying public policy to their professional careers.
A letter from the founding chapter president
Dear future rushee,
Welcome to Kappa Omega Alpha! Many people often ask what public policy is. But the best way to answer that is to define it as the advancement of policy that is for the common good. Policy will always be subjective, yet it is better crafted with critical thinking, service, and knowledge of the impact it brings to the community. Public policy is not only a pathway into law as it intersects with many professional pathways such as public health and technology sectors. Thus, we invite any undergraduate regardless of major to join our chapter and on behalf of KOA we are looking forward for you to join our family!
Gavin Cruz
Founding Iota Chapter President