Phi Beta Kappa, the prestigious college honorary society, inducted 298 new members from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is a significant achievement, with less than 1% of college students qualifying for acceptance.
Phi Beta Kappa Inducts 298 New Members from UNC Chapel Hill
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Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most prestigious college honorary society in the United States, recently welcomed 298 new members from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This significant achievement is reserved for less than 1% of college students, highlighting the exceptional academic prowess and commitment to the liberal arts and sciences of these new inductees.
Phi Beta Kappa has a rich history, boasting members such as 17 American presidents, 42 U.S. Supreme Court Justices, over 150 Nobel Laureates, and influential leaders in various fields. With their induction, these new members join a prestigious community that has made significant contributions to society throughout history.
Strict Criteria for Phi Beta Kappa Membership
To be eligible for Phi Beta Kappa membership, undergraduate students in the College of Arts & Sciences and professional degree programs at the University of North Carolina must meet strict criteria. Those who have completed 75 hours of coursework in the liberal arts and sciences with a GPA of 3.85 or higher, or 105 hours of coursework with a GPA of 3.75 or higher, are eligible. Grades earned at other universities are not considered.
The Alpha of North Carolina: UNC Chapel Hill's Phi Beta Kappa Chapter
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is home to the Alpha of North Carolina chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, which was established in 1904. It is the oldest of the eight chapters in the state. Each year, Phi Beta Kappa chapters and alumni associations across the country distribute over $1 million in awards, scholarships, and prizes to benefit high school and college students.
Leading the Phi Beta Kappa chapter at UNC Chapel Hill for the 2023-24 academic year are Isaiah Horton as president, Varad Gurude as vice president, and Sharidan Farris as recording secretary. James L. Leloudis, a professor of history, serves as the chapter's executive secretary and faculty advisor.
Diverse Inductees from Various Disciplines
The new inductees into Phi Beta Kappa at the University of North Carolina come from various counties in North Carolina, as well as other states and countries. Among them are students majoring in psychology, political science, biology, economics, and many other disciplines. Their induction into Phi Beta Kappa is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and intellectual prowess.
These exceptional students have demonstrated their commitment to the liberal arts and sciences, and their potential to become future leaders in their respective fields is evident. Phi Beta Kappa celebrates their accomplishments and welcomes them into a community that values academic excellence and contributions to society.
Phi Beta Kappa: Upholding Excellence and Making a Difference
Phi Beta Kappa continues to uphold its tradition of excellence by recognizing outstanding students like those from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As these new members join the ranks of Phi Beta Kappa, they become part of a community that has made significant contributions to society throughout history.
With their induction, these students have achieved a remarkable milestone and are poised to make a difference in their fields. Phi Beta Kappa celebrates their accomplishments and looks forward to the impact they will have on the world as they carry on the society's legacy of excellence.