Zoe Reardon studies business and world languages at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Texas. A Second Century Scholar at the school, Zoe Reardon was invited to and joined Alpha Lambda Delta.
An honor society that provides members with a community of like-minded scholars, financial assistance, various discounts, and opportunities to help those in need, Alpha Lambda Delta has been operating for nearly a century. Membership in the organization is by invitation only. Eligible students not only must be enrolled at an institution with an Alpha Lambda Delta chapter on campus, they also must have a full-time course schedule and a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) or higher during their first year or semester (depending on the chapter).
Students who meet these requirements are sent an email or letter with information about joining Alpha Lambda Delta. Joining the organization requires a one-time membership fee that helps local chapters cover operating expenses. Once joined, membership to the organization cannot be revoked if a student’s grades drop below the initial 3.5 GPA minimum. Further, member students are allowed to wear organization regalia during graduation ceremonies. Those who do graduate with a GPA of 3.5 or higher also receive a special certificate denoting the achievement.
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