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What is an academic honor society? An honor society is an association of primarily collegiate chapters whose purposes are to recognize and encourage high scholarship and/or leadership achievement in some broad or specialized field of study. Why join Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society? Membership in Phi Sigma is not merely for recognition of academic excellence and achievement; it also serves to further develop interests, knowledge, and opportunities in biological sciences. Whether you intend to further your academic career, put your experience to immediate use in industry or government, or explore a new career direction, Phi Sigma will give you an opportunity to use your knowledge in ways that classroom experience alone cannot. Phi Sigma is a cross-section of undergraduate and graduate students and professional people with unique interests and experience in biology. As such, they can offer a wealth of perspectives that can assist you in your career development. We urge you to take advantage of this opportunity for social, educational, and professional advancement! Who can join the Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society? What do I receive for my membership fee? How can I obtain insignia items? How can I obtain honor cords? How do I establish a Chapter of Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society at my College/University? First, check our list of Chapters. If your institution is not listed, you will need:
Your letter, petition, and list should be sent to the President of Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society, c/o the National Headquarters. A copy of your letter and petition will be sent to all Active Chapters for voting. Please allow 90 days from date of receipt for approval. If approved, you will be contacted and required to submit Membership Forms and fees ($50.00 U.S. per initiate). A framed Charter and engraved Gavel will be created and sent to the Faculty Advisor for your Initiation Ceremony. In addition, embossed, 5-color membership certificates will be created by Goose Creek Publishing for all of your initiates, and your initiates also will receive a Phi Sigma key (pin) and a choice of honor cords or stoles for graduation. Please allow an additional 6 weeks for the production of your Charter, Certificates, and Gavel. How do I reactivate an Inactive Chapter of Phi Sigma? You will need:
Your letter and list should be sent to the President of Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society, c/o the National Headquarters. If approved, you will be contacted and required to submit Membership Forms and fees ($50.00 U.S. per initiate). A framed Charter and engraved Gavel (only if originals are no longer available at your institution) will be created and sent to the Faculty Advisor for your Initiation Ceremony. In addition, embossed, 5-color membership certificates will be created by Goose Creek Publishing for all of your initiates, and your initiates also will receive a Phi Sigma key (pin) and a choice of honor cords or stoles for graduation.
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