Sigma Phi Chapter Application
Communication Honor Society
Lambda Pi Eta (LPE) has over 400 active chapters at four-year colleges and universities worldwide. LPE was founded in 1985 at the University of Arkansas. LPE became a part of the National Communication Association (NCA) in 1988, and the official honor society of the NCA in July 1995.
LPH represents what Aristotle described in his book, Rhetoric, as the three ingredients of persuasion: Logos (Lambda) meaning logic, Pathos (Pi) relating to emotion, and Ethos (Eta) defined as character credibility and ethics.
Goals of Lambda Pi Eta
- Recognize, foster and reward outstanding scholastic achievement in the fields of Communication.
- Provide a mechanism to discuss academic topics, research and issues.
- Promote and encourage professional development.
- Establish and maintain close relationships and understanding between faculty and students.
- Encourage and provide service to Cal State LA and the surrounding community.
- Explore options for graduate studies.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for national admission, undergraduate students must meet the following criteria:
- Complete 60 semester credit-hours (90 quarter credit-hours)
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for all courses taken
- Complete the equivalent of 12 semester credit-hours (18 quarter credit-hours) in communication studies
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.25 for all communication studies courses
To be eligible for honorary admission, undergraduate students must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled at California State University, Los Angeles
- Show a desired interest for communication studies
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all courses taken, and be in good standing with the school
If you meet these requirements, please fill out the application form (below) and include:
- A copy of your current transcripts report (to verify enrollment and GPA)
- $40 one-time fee for lifetime membership ($40 covers enrollment and honor cords and first year of membership).
Membership Application – Please Return
Please note: Sigma Phi Chapter Board Members will only see this application
Full Name (First and Last) | |
Cal State LA CIN | |
Preferred E-Mail Address | |
Cal State LA E-Mail Address | |
Phone Number | |
Birthday (MM/DD) | |
Major and Option in Major | |
Cumulative GPA | |
Major GPA | |
Expected Graduation Year | |
Please answer the following questions on this sheet:
- What are your professional and/or personal aspirations?
- What types of academic and/or social events would interest you most as a Lambda Pi Eta member?
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