Gerontology Student Organizations
Gerontology Club
The 91短视频 Gerontology Club engage students in community based service and professional socialization activities.
Sigma Phi Omega
What is Sigma Phi Omega?
危桅惟 is the National Honor Society formed in 1980 to recognize the excellence of those
who study gerontology/aging, as well as of the professional aging service personnel.
91短视频 has the only active chapter in the state of Alabama.
Sigma Phi Omega
What is the Purpose of Sigma Phi Omega?
危桅惟 seeks to promote scholarship, professionalism, friendship, and services to older
persons, and to recognize, exemplary attainment in gerontology/aging studies and related
fields.
Who is Eligible for Membership in Sigma Phi Omega?
Membership is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring or minoring
in gerontology/aging studies and related fields, and who are in at least their second
term of enrollment. Undergraduates must have a grade point average of at least 3.3
on a 4.0 scale, and graduate students must have at least a 3.5 GPA to be eligible
for membership. Faculty, alumni, professional, and honorary memberships are also available.
How do I Join Sigma Phi Omega?
Prospective members can contact Dr. Roma Hanks, the Sigma Phi Omega Faculty Advisor
for more information about joining the Society though affiliation with their chapter.
New members receive a certificate with their name and the name of their chapter and
university, a lapel pin, a subscription to the Sigma Phi Omega Newsletter, and an
invitation to participate in the national meeting and all activities of the Society.
Dues for the Society are tax-deductible.