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Honor Society (Phi Alpha Theta) & History Club
Phi Alpha Theta- National History Honor Society
PHI ALPHA THETA
The local chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honor Society, promotes the study of history by honoring students who have maintained high academic standards throughout their college careers.
Members participate in a variety of intellectual and social activities throughout the academic year. In the past, Phi Alpha Theta has hosted movie nights with guest professors from the History Department, museum and archives tours, and annual book awards. Members also attend Phi Alpha Theta regional and national conferences. Membership is stated on your official transcript. It helps earn jobs and entrance into graduate schools.
Students who have completed at least four history classes (12 hours) at GVSU and have maintained a GPA of at least 3.25 overall as well as 3.25 in History classes are eligible. We cannot be flexible about these standards. If you are interested in joining Phi Alpha Theta and you meet the qualifications, please come to the History Office (D-1-160 MAK) or contact Professor Alice Chapman ([email protected])
The application process takes place during the winter semester. Application is due Feb. 14, 2025. Please turn your application items into the History Office, MAK D-1-160, by 5pm.
Application requirements:
- Unofficial transcript
- Legal name
- Official home address
- Email address
New! Option to Pay Online
Previously, membership dues and cords could be purchased using checks only. Now, you can use this form to pay your entry dues once you are accepted, and if you would like to buy the optional graduation cords.
Phi Alpha Theta Dues Payment
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The History Department celebrated the achievements of our outstanding students and welcomed new members to our chapter of the History National Honor's Society, Phi Alpha Theta.
Phi Alpha Theta inductees: Abigail Brown, Joshua M DeWolfe, Jill Ely, Katelyn Fletcher, Jason Hiegel, Hannah Mae Kaye, Mikaela Joanne Martin, Carolyn E. Mast, Hannah N. McBride, Anna Theune, and Nathan Wietrzkowski.
Phi Alpha Theta National Honor Society
Award winners:
Jo Ellyn Clarey Women's History Scholarship: Hannah McBride
Quirinus Prize Breen Scholarship: Elizabeth Kieliszewski
Glenn A. and Betty J. Niemeyer History Scholarship: Sabrina White & Ashlynn Scafidi
Frances Anne Kelleher Memorial Scholarship: Mya Dever
Richard L. Cooley-Chester Huff Distinguished Social Studies Award: Jill Ely
2024 Outstanding Major in History: Hannah Krebs
2024 Outstanding Major in Social Studies: Jill Ely
2024 History Major High Merit: Joshua Kuiper & Daisy Soos
Social Studies High Merit Award: Nathan Wietrzykowski
History Club
HISTORY CLUB
History Club is the student-run organization of History students and enthusiasts. Everyone is welcome to join and participate in its events, which include movie showings, museum trips, and weekly chats.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO JOIN HISTORY CLUB