The Society for Collegiate Journalists: A Foundation of Democracy

November 08, 2020Melissa W.

The entire world was on the edge of its seat this week as the days rolled on and ballots were being counted to declare who won the US Presidential Election. Twenty-four hour news channels and reputable journalistic sources such as the Associated Press (AP), The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others got all the attention while we waited for them to make the call which ultimately came on Saturday morning at 11:25 via the AP. No matter the outcome, it was an exciting time to be a journalist and members of The Society for Collegiate Journalists can attest to that!

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Omicron Delta Kappa: The National Leadership Honor Society

November 02, 2020Melissa W.

Tomorrow is Election Day in the United States and it is shaping up to be the most important election in many voters' lifetimes. When Americans head to the polls on November 3rd, 2020, they’re looking to elect a leader. Omicron Delta Kappa is no stranger to leadership -- it’s in their name! ODK is The National Leadership Honor Society.

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Phi Tau Sigma: The Honor Society for Food Science & Technology

October 25, 2020Melissa W.

The colder weather has us wanting to eat soups, stews, and everything roasted! While the majority of us gravitate toward foods that look, smell, and taste good, there’s a select group who dive deeper in the biological and chemical makeups of all types of consumables: food science students! Phi Tau Sigma celebrates the students who excel in food science and technology.

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Delta Tau Alpha: The Honor Society for Agriculture

October 18, 2020Melissa W.1 comment

Piggybacking a bit on our spotlight of Pi Alpha Xi and the study of horticulture, Delta Tau Alpha goes in a bit of a different direction, recognizing students studying agriculture and the science of practicing farming.

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Wondering How to Winterize Your Plants? Ask a Member of Pi Alpha Xi!

October 17, 2020Melissa W.

We last talked about the changing seasons and stormy weather celebrated by meteorology students of Chi Epsilon Pi, but if you’re wondering how to prepare your lawn and protect your plants for the upcoming dip in temps, you should ask a member of Pi Alpha Xi!

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Chi Epsilon Pi: The Honor Society for Meteorology

October 16, 2020Melissa W.1 comment

Up in New England where our office is located, the days are getting shorter and the weather is much colder. The rainy day today got us thinking about Chi Epsilon Pi, the honor society for students who dedicate themselves to the study of meteorology!

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Bacone College: A Historic Native American-Serving Institution

October 12, 2020Melissa W.

In celebration and recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day, we’re taking a look at Bacone College in Oklahoma which is known as a historic Native American-serving institution, having begun classes in “Indian Territory” long before Oklahoma was formed as a state.

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Rho Chi: The Honor Society for Pharmacy

October 04, 2020Melissa W.

Pharmacists go hand-in-hand with medical treatments and specialize in the proper and effective use of medicine/pharmaceuticals and are knowledgeable in the side effects and potential drug interactions on top of being responsible for interpreting knowledge from healthcare providers to patients. Pharmacists complete intensive specialized education and Rho Chi recognizes the students who excel in the process.

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Alpha Epsilon Phi: A Philanthropic Jewish Sorority

October 02, 2020Melissa W.

We recently highlighted the vast academic achievements of Ruth Bader Ginsburg including her membership to the prestigious honor society, Phi Kappa Phi, but did you know she was also part of a sorority during her collegiate years?

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Phi Epsilon Kappa: The National Professional Fraternity for Fitness

September 20, 2020Melissa W.

Many of us are feeling a bit sluggish lately with new operational guidelines keeping us from attending organized gym classes and switching to home workout solutions/isolated fitness routines, but we’d certainly be running in circles if it weren’t for fitness professionals working extra hard by switching gears to keep us all feeling great! Phi Epsilon Kappa honors those students who dedicate their lives to helping others be their best selves.

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