Support the Legacy of Alpha Chi
Making Scholarship Effective for Good
“As the Executive Director of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, my journey with this organization began during my own time as an undergraduate student member. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside hundreds of dedicated faculty and students, striving to uphold the values of academic excellence and service that Alpha Chi represents. With over 30 years of experience, my commitment to our mission remains unwavering. Today, I ask you to consider a donation to Alpha Chi—supporting our ongoing efforts and the bright future of our talented members. Your generosity makes a difference—thank you for your support.”
- Lara Noah, Executive Director
"Forming new friendships has been one of the biggest effects Alpha Chi has had on me. Having so many responsibilities can make one feel alone, but Alpha Chi has provided access to a group of people who share similar experiences and who recognize the difficulties and rewards of striving for academic excellence while juggling life's many obligations."
Kristi Peppers Arizona Alpha Chapter Member Grand Canyon University
"Alpha Chi has given me the confidence to know that I can indeed survive the academic path I hope to travel. Those who attend the convention care so deeply about college students, and this inspires me. I know my story would read vastly different if not for Alpha Chi. "
Sarah Geil
Georgia Alpha Chapter Member Shorter University
Alpha Chi Values
Alpha Chi Overview
Focus on Scholarship & Character
Emerging Scholars—recognizing and supporting emerging scholars excelling in their academic journeys.
Interdisciplinary Innovation—supporting interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Our mission is to recognize and promote academic excellence among college and university students and, by encouraging a spirit of service and leadership, to nurture those elements of character that make scholarship effective for good.
Integrity and Diversity—encouraging integrity and celebrating diversity in academic disciplines and personal worldviews.
Our vision is to be a thriving, nationally recognized community of emerging scholars who make scholarship effective for good in their lives, in their communities, and in the world.
Service to Others—fostering service to the global community; making scholarship effective for good.
A Lifelong Growth Mindset—facilitating opportunities for academic, professional, and personal growth for a lifetime.
A Brief History
1922
On Feb. 22, 1922, representatives from several Texas colleges meet at Southwestern University to discuss the creation of a statewide society, and a committee drafts a tentative plan.
1915
Professors at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, form the "Southwestern Scholarship Society" locally which serves as the inspiration of what eventually grows to a statewide honor society that later becomes Alpha Chi.
1955
Alpha Chi chapters are divided into two geographical regions, and Alpha Chi is admitted into the Association of College Honor Societies.
1934
"Alpha Chi," derived from the first letters of the Greek words for Truth and Character, was elected as the new name of what is now a national honor society.
1980
Alpha Chi inaugurates its 200th chapter, and a seventh geographical region is added, completing regional coverage of all U.S. chapters.
1996
Alpha Chi achieves goal set in 1986 of having one million dollars in its Permanent Endowment Fund.
1986
Alpha Chi starts its Permanent Endowment Fund with the goal of one day having a one million dollar endowment.
2012
25 years of steady growth results in the charter of Chapter 400.
2016
The inaugural issue of Aletheia, a peer-reviewed journal of undergraduate research and creativity is published online.
2024
Alpha Chi sets a goal to grow the Permanent Endowment Fund to two million dollars.
2022
On Feb. 22, 2022, Alpha Chi's centennial is celebrated with a ceremony on the campus of Southwestern University with Alpha Chi historian Dr. Robert Sledge as the keynote speaker.
Member Achievements, 2021-24
Scholarships and Fellowships
141
Student Scholarship Recipients
Convention-Related Student Prizes
82 Recipients
11
Alumni Fellowships Recipients
$305,700
Total Awarded
$26,600
Total Awarded
Undergraduates Published 39 in Aletheia
ACADEMIC MAJORS
STUDENT MEMBERS
HOW YOUR DONATIONS HELP
Your support helps us to continue the tradition of supporting academic excellence for students across our campus chapters. Support our goals of inducting 10,000 new Alpha Chi members annually by 2026 while growing our endowment fund to $2 million dollars.
Donations may be directly applied to:
The Alpha Chi Endowment Fund so that the annual income* it provides will adequately cover our annual regional and national scholarships
Memberships for deserving Alpha Chi inductees
Activity grants for a particular collegiate chapter
National convention presentation prizes (with naming opportunities)
Meaningful publication opportunities for members
Delegate travel and housing grants to attend our national convention
Professional development opportunities and events for members
*Alpha Chi policy allows for the use of no more than 5% annually of endowment funds for operations.
Get Involved
Whether you wish to make a small donation or a larger gift, we appreciate your support for Alpha Chi’s legacy.
Small Recurring Donations, Big Impact: Whether it’s a few dollars a month or a larger contribution, every bit counts. Your support fuels the academic dreams of thousands of new Alpha Chi inductees each year.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: When you invest in Alpha Chi, you’re not just backing individual students; you’re shaping the future. Our members are poised for success, armed with knowledge, and ready to make a tangible difference in the world.
Beyond Individuals: It’s not just about one student—it’s about the ripple effect. By supporting Alpha Chi, you amplify the impact of our collective efforts—lighting the lamp of knowledge for the next generation. Think of it as investing in a brighter, smarter, and more compassionate world.
Connect with Us: Have questions? Ideas? Aspirations for higher giving? Reach out! Call our National Office at 800-477-4225 and ask for Lara Noah. Or drop her an email at executivedirector@alphachihonor.org.
CONTRIBUTORS
Name recognition in the Proceedings Recorder, Alpha Chi’s record of historical reports and achievements. $1-99
LAMPLIGHTERS
Name recognition in Kalo, our member community magazine $100-499
SAPPHIRE SUPPORTERS
Donor name recognition on the AlphaChiHonor.org $500-999
Name recognition in Kalo, our member community magazine
EMERALD COTERIE
$1000-4999
Name recognition in Kalo, our member community magazine
Donor name recognition on AlphaChiHonor.org
Certificate of recognition (optional)
CIRCLE OF HONOR
Feature in Kalo, our member community magazine
Donor name recognition on AlphaChiHonor.org
Commemorative Alpha Chi Circle of Honor keepsake (optional) $5000+
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