Students inducted into honor society
Department of English and Modern Languages organization welcomes 23 new members
Zeta Tau, Liberty University’s chapter of the international honor society in English Sigma Tau Delta, recently inducted 23 students during a ceremony Thursday, Feb. 19. Zeta Tau is associated with Liberty’s Department of English and Modern Languages.
After Dr. Stephen Bell, associate professor of English and advisor to Sigma Tau Delta, opened the ceremony with prayer, Assistant Professor of English Nick Olson spoke to guests and inductees about the importance of integrating a Christian worldview with literature and films in today’s culture. He also encouraged attendees to imitate God in their decisions and career paths.
Also during the ceremony, society officials explained the Sigma Tau Delta values and ideals, as well as the cord and stole members wear at graduation.
After the induction, current members of the society, this year’s inductees and their families, as well as faculty members, enjoyed refreshments and a time of fellowship.
According to the Sigma Tau Delta Web page on Liberty’s website, the international society is open to English majors or minors who have completed at least three semesters of college course work and two college English courses beyond the freshman requirements. Members must also hold at least a B in every English class and maintain a 3.25 GPA overall.
According to Riley Matthews, Zeta Tau president, membership in Sigma Tau Delta can boost students’ résumés, and members can also receive exclusive scholarships.
In addition to the other benefits gained through membership, six Zeta Tau members of will have the opportunity to profit from a writing conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The conference offers the opportunity to interact with students from across the nation who have similar interests. These select students will also have the chance to publish their literary pieces and share their faith with others at the conference.
For more information about the international society visit english.org/sigmatd.
DELGADO ORTIZ is a feature reporter.