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Since AKD's inception in 1920, the aim of Alpha Kappa Delta has been to stimulate scholarship and academic networking. The purpose of the Lamar University AKD honor society is to promote academic success, professional networking, and scholarly goals, at both undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition, the chapter aims to supports activities that further members education. The Society continues to recognize scholarly excellence in Sociology by inducting approximately 4,000 lifetime members each year.

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The purpose of the Lamar University AKD honor society is to promote academic success, professional networking, and scholarly goals, at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Student scholarship in Alpha Kappa Delta is recognized in several ways. The Society sponsors student travel to regional meetings, supporting those who want to present their own work and learn from the scholarly presentations of others. The Society sponsors annual professional symposiums, seminars, and scholarship.

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The mission of the Criminal Justice Student Association is to bring together and support students who are either Criminal Justice Majors or those interested in a career in the Criminal Justice System. We support that mission by sharing of ideas, assistance in academic matters and opening doors by our contacts in the Criminal Justice community. Part of that mission involves giving back to the Lamar and local community by participation in volunteer projects to benefit the society we plan to serve in the future. Our mission also includes educating current and future Lamar students about our criminal justice program by our commitment to honesty, integrity, equality and fairness with a commitment to our nation's Constitutional principles.

Membership Benefits
All members are required to be registered students at Lamar University/LIT.
All members must maintain a 2.5 GPA and good academic standing with Lamar University. Despite the organization being criminal justice-oriented, all majors are welcome to join. In order to officially be listed as a member all dues must be paid and attendance to meetings is required.

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We want to create a fun community for those who love the fiber arts, while also giving back to our community in a creative way.

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Being a member will provide students with volunteer opportunities and a place to share their interests.

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As members of Lamar University's American Criminal Justice Association, we want to serve the community and build a healthy relationship between the community and criminal justice professionals.

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-Cords and Pin Upon Graduation
-National Conferences
-Networking

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The Lamar University History Club creates fun opportunities for students and faculty to nurture and enrich their passion for history and come together outside of the classroom setting. The mission of the club is to stimulate interest in all aspects of history, especially that of Beaumont and Jefferson County; to support exhibits at the Spindletop Museum; to assist the Jefferson County Historical Commission; to support the activities of the Center for History and Culture of Southeast Texas and the Gulf Coast and other local historical societies; and to work with local officials and archivists to identify and preserve local historical landmarks and documents.

The club strives to make the campus aware of the importance and relevance of the many diverse histories of human experience through trips, educational speakers, films, fundraisers, and other special events. It encourages an atmosphere of spirited, open debate in its meetings, and always seeks to advance its central goal of a better understanding of the past.

History Club membership is open to all students, regardless of major, with an interest in history and/or historical preservation. Monthly meetings are held on the second floor of Archer.

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Networking
Community
Community service
Events

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Our purpose is to have members become familiar with case law and appellate level judicial proceedings, develop strong analytical and rhetorical skills, develop strong persuasive speaking skills, and enhance critical thinking skills.

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An active chapter of the International Honor Society in Psychology, Psi Chi promotes and recognizes student scholarship and academic excellence. One of approximately 1000 nationally, Lamar's Psi Chi chapter broadens professional experience by sponsoring visits to local businesses and mental health agencies, scheduling accomplished guest speakers, and attending state and regional psychology conferences. Psi Chi faculty and student members also build camaraderie and personal relationships through social events.

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ALL PSI CHI MEMBERSHIPS ARE FOR LIFE

A one-time joining fee is all you will ever have to pay to become a lifetime member.
Your personal login account will keep you connected to our Professional Organization and your specific chapter, even after you graduate. With your login, you can manage your subscriptions, update your profile information, and see special Psi Chi offers.


YOU WILL RECEIVE INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Psi Chi membership is an honor that can be noted on employment applications, vitaes, and resumes


MORE THAN $400,000* ARE AVAILABLE IN ANNUAL AWARDS, GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS

Unique programs support undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, and chapters.
Apply for assistance traveling to conventions, conducting research projects, promoting diversity, financing your education, and more.
* Total amount has been reduced this year due to financial impact of COVID-19.


PSI CHI HELPS MEMBERS IDENTIY AND OBTAIN PSYCHOLOGY-RELATED CAREERS
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Our Career Center lets you review thousands of relevant jobs, create alerts to learn about local job openings, and ask specific questions to our trained career experts all for free.

THE U.S. GOVERNMENT ACCEPTS MEMBERSHIP AS ONE OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRANCE AT THE GS-7 LEVEL FOR NUMBEROUS PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL OCCUPATIONS


CHAPTER NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES ARE ESSENTIAL TO YOUR CAREER

Meetings and events outside of the classroom build lifelong friendships and give members a great sense of comradery and pride. Membership also makes it easier for you to establish relationships with professors who encourage an interest in psychology, involve students in research projects, and write meaningful letters of recommendation.


YOU CAN BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR IN OUR PEER-REVIEWEDE JOURNAL AND OTHER PUBLICATIONS.

Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research is indexed in both PsycINFO and EBSCO databases. The Journal actively publishes empirical research by Psi Chi students and faculty to "foster and reward the scholarly efforts of psychology students. Eye on Psi Chi magazine provides valuable articles by professionals and scholars about psychology, career advice, graduate school, diversity, and more.
Psi Chi Digest e-newsletter keeps members informed about time-sensitive news and opportunities.
Psi-Chi-Ology Lab is our bimonthly blog, featuring short, engaging posts written by staff and members.

OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Psi Chi Research Opportunities prepare you for the graduate school or lab of your choice

Psi Chi's Network for International Collaborative Exchange (NICE) allows you to discover or post research projects seeking collaborators. You can also suggest potential projects that Psi Chi will then promote in order to generate large-scale collaboratively collected data.

Recruit online participants for your studies by submitting a link to our Post a Study tool.

Search our Research Measures Database, learn tips to find a faculty sponsor, and more.

Psi Chi provides educational programming at local, regional, national, and international conventions.

Receive certificates recognizing your research presentations and posters at regional and national conventions.

Network with leading psychologists, students, and officers from other chapters.

Learn from our Distinguished Lecturers and speak with them in person during conversation hours after their lectures.

Your local chapters offer numerous ways to develop valuable leadership skills. Consider serving as a chapter officer or leading a service project.

You can also gain leadership experience by volunteering at Psi Chi conventions or joining regional steering committees.

Wearing our prestigious regalia will communicate your scholarly achievements at your graduation ceremony.

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The Psychology Association of Lamar Students (P.A.L.S) is open to all students who have an interest in psychology and joining an on-campus organization. PALS participates in volunteering, community outreach, group retreats, psychology lecture series, and more. PALS usually meets every other week in the SBS building.

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We welcome not only psychology students but anyone who is interested in the subject including faculty and staff as well. P.A.L.S. creates a sense of familiarity within the psychology community on campus while also providing its members with different academic and psychological opportunities, voluntary work, and networking.

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Social Work, an action-oriented profession, helps individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities identify and develop strengths and resources to address personal, social and societal (political) problems. Social work focuses on the "person-in-the-environment," a unique perspective that allows the social worker to not only address the negative effects of social problems on individuals, but to also work to change those social conditions and systems that contribute to human suffering. Social workers make a fundamental difference. Social work is the creative blending of the cognitive (thinking), affective (feeling), and behavioral (doing) abilities of the worker which enables the social worker to create positive change in the people, groups, and institutions that we serve.

Membership Benefits
Social Work majors and minors in good standing
$10 membership due per semester
Complete Risk Management

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The Mission of the Society of Physics Students is to encourage and assist students interested in physics to develop the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm, and social responsibility that are essential to the advancement of physics.

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The Lamar University Chapter of SMACS is an undergraduate student organization that focuses in preparing students for better employment opportunities and in engaging and sparking interests for science in the community. It is affiliated with the American Chemical Society (ACS), a nonprofit educational and scientific organization chartered by Congress to advance the chemical enterprise and its practitioners. We are going to concentrate on outreach into the community and schools to cultivate an interest in the scientific world. This group is concentrated in the Chemistry department, but we accept all majors! You just need to have an interest in the sciences and the world around you.

Membership Benefits
No dues
Make friends with similar Interests
Academic and professional development
Campus and community involvement
National and regional meetings
Get to know professors
If you are SMACS member, then Chemistry department pay for your ACS membership