Two new professional society chapters have been established at WCU for humanities students, Sigma Tau Delta and the American Institute of Graphic Arts.
The Sigma Theta chapter of Sigma Tau Delta has been revived this year by faculty adviser Emily Naser-Hall. The co-ed honor society is open to students pursuing a major, minor or graduate degree in English. Members have access to scholarships, publishing opportunities and networking events.
Sigma Tau Delta membership requirements include:
– Completion of at least 45 credit hours
– Status as an English major, minor or graduate student
– Completion of at least six hours of English coursework (or nine hours of graduate work) at WCU
– A GPA of 3.0 in both English courses and cumulative coursework
– A one-time induction fee
For more information about Sigma Tau Delta, visit english.org or to learn about the Sigma Theta chapter at WCU, email Emily Naser-Hall, enaserhall@email.wcu.edu.
The second new professional society on campus is AIGA, launched under the School of Art and Design by co-presidents Rhiannon Eason and Jack Kelly.
AIGA connects designers and creatives across the nation. WCU’s chapter hosts biweekly meetings 6 p.m. Monday nights. Activities include maker nights, open critiques and workshops. The society also offers professional Zoom meetings, access to an exclusive job portal and networking opportunities.
AIGA is open to students of all majors and class years. Membership requirements include:
– A $50 annual membership fee
– An interest in connecting with other creatives on campus
For more information about AIGA, visit aigia.org. For WCU details, email Jack Kelly, jikelly1@catamount.wcu.edu, or Rhiannon Eason, reason1@catamount.wcu.edu or follow AIGA on social media.
