PSI CHI
The International Honors Society in Psychology
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chapter
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What is Psi Chi and Undergraduate Psychology Association (U.P.A.)?
Psi Chi is a national honor society in psychology. The purpose of Psi Chi is to provide academic recognition for psychology students. Our University of Illinois chapter holds monthly meetings featuring guest speakers and informational sessions of interest to psychology majors. We also publish a monthly newsletter, provide tutoring for other psych students, volunteer in the community, and host social events. U.P.A. is an organization which works jointly with Psi Chi, but is open to all students with an interest in psychology. U.P.A. members attend the same meetings, events, and activities as Psi Chi members. What are the benefits of Psi Chi/U.P.A.? Becoming a member of Psi Chi/U.P.A. makes you an involved member of the psychology community. You will meet other students who share your interests, and you will have access to valuable information by interacting with other psychology students and faculty. In addition, you will have the opportunity to become more involved in the community through committee activities. When you are inducted into Psi Chi, you become eligible to wear the Psi Chi honor card, medallion, jewelry, etc. You will have the opportunity to receive Psi Chi newsletters. You may participate in local, state, regional, national, and international conventions. In addition, you will be recognized for your interest and outstanding performance in the field of psychology. How can I get involved in UPA? Committees include Fundraising, Newsletter, Tutoring, Volunteer, and Social. We are always open to your ideas for new committees. Put your special talents to work and make a difference! What are the requirements to join? U.P.A. -Must attend at least 5 general meetings per year. -Must be an active member of at least one committee. -Must fill out application and registration form, and include the $20 life-time membership fee (non-refundable).
Psi Chi Requirements
- Must have 9 credit hours of psychology courses completed - You must be a second semester Sophomore
- Must have an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0
- Must fill out application and registration form, and include the $45 life-time membership fee (non-refundable).
How can I get more info? How can I apply? The Psi Chi applications are available now. you can pick them up at Room 9 in the Psych Building and there will be plenty available during most of the general meetings. Prospective members are responsible for filling out both forms of the application and attaching the $45 NON-REFUNDABLE one-time payment (in cash or check; checks made out to Psi Chi) before at any of our general meetings. These applications are for Psi Chi ONLY! UPA applications will be offered later this season as people are able to gain more requirement points for their committees. The deadline for turning in the Psi Chi application is October 25th at our general meeting. This deadline is the absolute latest we will accept applications, so we encourage prospective members to turn in their application as soon as they can. If they don't meet the academic requirements, they will be able to apply in the Spring, and if you have already paid the one-time fee, that will cary over for your next application. If anyone has any questions email Emily Schuld at schuld1@illinois.edu or Suzy at millman1@illinois.edu. |
