Alpha Lambda Delta Info Session

Introduction

• Host: Eileen Murberg, Executive Director
• Student Member: Carly Barker, Public Relations at Arkansas State University
• Event hosted by student ambassadors and ALD headquarters.

General Information

• Open invitation for schools across the country.
• Drawings for Amazon gift cards for participants (enter by sharing school in chat).

About Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD)

• National Honor Society, interdisciplinary, open to all majors.
• Focused on first-year students; eligibility based on first-semester GPA.
• Mission: Encourage academic achievement.

Membership Details

• Cost: National dues $30; chapters may add additional fees.
• ALD is a lifetime membership.
• About 300 active chapters, inducting ~20,000 students yearly.

Legitimacy and Certification

• Certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1938.
• Minimum entry requirement: 3.5 GPA in the first semester.

Benefits of Membership

National Benefits:

• Certificate and pin.
• Leadership development programs.
• Career development resources.
• Scholarship opportunities (over $200,000 annually).
• Perks and discounts app.
• Federal employment benefits.
• Community and networking opportunities.

Chapter Specific Benefits:

• Additional activities and perks (e.g., induction ceremonies, food at events).
• Local scholarships.

Common Concerns and Myths

• Time Commitment: No mandatory events. Get involved as much or as little as you want.
• Cost Justification: Membership fees support national benefits and local chapter activities.
• Scams: ALD is legitimate with a strong national presence. Check for certification and academic criteria of any honor society.
• Fraternity/Sorority Misconception: Not a social Greek organization; can join multiple honor societies.

Engagement Opportunities

• Leadership Summit.
• National Conference (networking and idea exchange).
• Local chapter events and community service.

Miscellaneous

• Membership follows you if you transfer schools.
• Opportunities for involvement throughout college years.
• Follow ALD on social media for updates and community highlights.

Conclusion

• Research and evaluate the benefits personally.
• Engage with ALD’s social media and resources for more insights into the society’s offerings.

Q&A

• Open floor for questions about deadlines, membership, and chapter-specific inquiries.