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Pi Sigma Alpha
The National Political Science Honor Society

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Michelle Barnello
barnello@cnu.edu
RATC 206, (757) 594-7556

Pi Sigma Alpha
Alpha Alpha Epsilon

Membership Application

What is Pi Sigma Alpha?

  • Founded in 1920 at University of Texas
  • National Honor Society for undergraduate and graduate Political Science students
  • Over 600 chapters in the United States

What are the benefits of membership? (all links below open a new window)

  • All members, regular and honorary, receive a certificate of membership and permanent enrollment.
  • Upon request, the National Office will provide letters verifying membership to prospective employers or graduate schools.
  • Members can apply for federal government positions listed at a higher entry-level grade than nonmember candidates within the United States Office of Personnel Management.
  • Members are entitled to wear the key at any time.
  • Member can wear the medallion and honor cord with cap and gown at graduation and on other official occasions.
  • Scholarship opportunities for graduate programs, the Washington semester and Best Papers awards.
  • more >>>

Programs

Programs for Chapters and Students

  • Annual Chapter Activity Grant Competition
  • Scholarships for Graduate Study in Political Science
  • Scholarships for Washington internships
  • more >>>

National Programs

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