Iota Iota Iota is the academic honor society for the field of Women and Gender Studies. Iota Iota Iota is named for the ancient goddesses, Inanna, Isthar, and Isis. The purpose of the organization is to encourage and support scholarship and excellence in Women and Gender Studies at Grand Valley State University.

Triota strives to maintain feminist values central to Women and Gender Studies: egalitarianism, inclusiveness, and the celebration of the diversity of gendered experiences. The organization also works to enhance the experience of students in Women and Gender Studies as well as recognizing their academic achievements.

Students who have completed at least six credit hours in Women and Gender Studies coursework and have a GPA of 3.0 or above in WGS coursework are eligible for active membership.

Faculty and staff interested in furthering the purpose of Iota Iota Iota are eligible to be associate members.

Both active and associate members are eligible to wear an honor cord at graduation. Only active members may hold office, vote, preside, officiate, or solicit funds on behalf of the organization. The cost is $20.00 to join. Dues for active members are $5 per year.

The application can be found at: http://www.gvsu.edu/wgs

Completed applications should be turned in to the Women and Gender Studies Office, LOH 229 by January 25, 2010.

Accepted members will receive a formal letter.