University--even when that university is "Smaller Smarter"-- can be incredibly challenging, with demanding coursework, tight deadlines, and the pressure to balance academics with other responsibilities. In the midst of all that, being inducted into an honor society is a truly meaningful achievement. It reflects academic excellence, dedication, resilience, and a commitment to personal growth. It’s a moment for students to shine — a sign that their hard work is paying off.
On the evening of Wednesday, April 15, the disciplines that make up the Department of Social Sciences and Religion hosted an induction ceremony to initiate outstanding students into the honor societies associated with the diverse array of disciplines that comprise the Social Sciences and Religion. Transfer and first-year students were also recognized. Recipients met the rigorous academic standards of the respective society and were given certificates as well as distinct honor cords to wear proudly at graduation. The reception was attended by Dr. Ric Rodriguez, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, social science faculty, student inductees, family, and friends.
Because of their outstanding academic achievement across the disciplines of criminal justice, economics, history, paralegal studies, political science, psychology, religion, and sociology, 39 students were inducted.
In addition, 21 transfer students were recognized for their outstanding academic achievement at the university by being inducted into Texas Wesleyan’s transfer student honor society, Tau Sigma. The department was also proud to recognize 13 outstanding first-year students, who were inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta.
In all, 73 students were recognized.
Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology)
Alpha Phi Sigma (Criminal Justice)
Phi Alpha Theta (History)
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science)
Pi Gamma Mu (Social Sciences)
Alpha Lambda Delta (First-Year Students)
Tau Sigma (Transfer Students)
For more information about these honor societies or the Department of Social Sciences and Religion, please contact your instructor.
