Alpha Chi

Alpha Chi National College Honor Society D.C. Gamma Chapter 283, recognizes the high academic achievements of adult learners. It promotes and recognizes the scholarship and good character among undergraduate and graduate students from all academic disciplines. Membership is by invitation only.

Honor Medallion

  • Honor medallions are available via the website listed in the acceptance letter
  • Honor medallions may be worn at commencement to distinguish academic excellence

Undergraduate Students

Must maintain the following requirements, at least one quarter prior to commencement:

  • Minimum of 121.5 credit hours
  • At least 67.5 credit hours at Strayer University
  • An overall 3.8 GPA
  • All requirements completed at least on quarter prior to graduation

Graduate students

Must meet the following requirements at least one quarter prior to commencement:

  • Minimum of 45 graduate credit hours
  • At least 22.5 graduate credit hours at Strayer University
  • An overall 3.8 GPA
  • All requirements completed at least on quarter prior to graduation

Students must meet these requirements to receive an invitation. Web site information for ordering the honor medallions is listed in the acceptance letter. Honor Society members may wear their medallions on their commencement day to distinguish his or her academic excellence.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Professor Camilla Craig (formerly Pugh), Faculty Advisor, at AlphaChi@strayer.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I become a member?
A: Membership is open by invitation only.

Q: When are invitations sent?
A: Invitations are sent each quarter

Q: What does this honor society recognize?
A: Alpha Chi National College Honor Society D.C. Gamma Chapter 283 recognizes the high academic achievements of adult learners.

Q: What does this honor society promote?
A: It promotes and recognizes the scholarship and good character among undergraduate and graduate students from all academic disciplines.

Q: Are all academic disciplines eligible?
A: Yes

Q: What makes Alpha Chi distinctive?
A: Alpha Chi is distinctive in that it involves members in all aspects of its operation: chapter officer leadership, student representation on the National Council, local chapter event planning, and presenting scholarly programs at regional and national conventions. Alpha Chi members have been "making scholarship effective for good" since 1922.

Q: How can I obtain an honor medallion?
A: Honor medallions are available via the website listed in the acceptance letter.

Q: May I wear my honor medallion at commencement?
A: Yes, the honor medallion may be worn at commencement to distinguish academic excellence.

Q: Are undergraduate students eligible for this honor society?
A: Yes

Q: What are the requirements for undergraduate students?
A: Undergraduate students must meet the following requirements at least one quarter prior to commencement: obtain a minimum of 121.5 credit hours; have eared at least 67.5 credit hours through Strayer University; maintained an overall 3.8 GPA; and have all requirements completed at least one quarter prior to graduation

Q: Are graduate students eligible for this honor society?
A: Yes

Q: What are the requirements for graduate students?
A: Graduate students must meet the following requirements at least one quarter prior to commencement: earned a minimum of 45 graduate credit hours; earned at least 22.5 graduate credit hours through Strayer University; maintained an overall 3.8 GPA; with all requirements completed at least on quarter prior to graduation.

Q: Who are the faculty advisors for Alpha Chi National College Honor Society D.C. Gamma Chapter 283?
A: The faculty advisor is Professor Camilla Craig (formerly Pugh) and can be contacted at AlphaChi@strayer.edu.

Q: What is the website address?
A: Alpha Chi National College Honor Society D.C. Gamma Chapter 283 can be found at www.alphachihonor.org.

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