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Alpha Chi National 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 Overview

  • Membership is by invitation only
  • Invitations are sent quarterly, via E-Mail
  • Honor medallions are available via the website listed in the acceptance letter
     

Membership Requirements

Undergraduate students

  • Minimum of 121.5 credit hours
  • At least 67.5 credit hours at Strayer University
  • An overall 3.8 GPA
     

Graduate students

  • Minimum of 45 graduate credit hours
  • At least 22.5 graduate credit hours at Strayer University
  • An overall 3.8 GPA
     

Alpha Chi National Honor Society and Strayer University Commencement

To signify membership, the honor cords in blue and green or the honor medallion may be worn on the day of commencement. Both the cord and medallion can be viewed and purchased at 
https://brownsawards.com/product/alpha-chi-honor-cords/. Select either the AX 503 Honor Cords in blue and green or the AX 504 Honor Medallion on Ribbon.

If you have any questions or need more information, please contact the faculty sponsor, Dr. Christopher B. McGrath, at Christopher.McGrath@strayer.edu or 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 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 do I obtain an honor certificate?
A: A certificate of membership will be mailed directly to the student within 6 weeks after the student has completed the induction ceremony.

Q: How do I obtain an honor cord and medallion?
A: The honor cord and medallion can be purchased at https://brownsawards.com/product/alpha-chi-honor-cords/

Q: May I wear my honor cord and medallion at commencement?
A: Yes, the honor cord and 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 earned 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 one quarter prior to graduation.

Q: Who is the faculty sponsor for Alpha Chi National Honor Society D.C. Gamma Chapter 283?
A: The faculty sponsor is Dr. Christopher B. McGrath at Christopher.McGrath@strayer.edu or 
AlphaChi@strayer.edu.

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