ΣΤΔ Mission Statement & Chapter Description

Excerpted from the official Sigma Tau Delta Website

Sigma Tau Delta, International English Honor Society, was founded in 1924 at Dakota Wesleyan University.

The Society strives to

• Confer distinction for high achievement in English language and literature in undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies;

• Provide, through its local chapters, cultural stimulation on college campuses and promote interest in literature and the English language in surrounding communities;

• Foster all aspects of the discipline of English, including literature, language, and writing;

• Promote exemplary character and good fellowship among its members;

• Exhibit high standards of academic excellence; and

• Serve society by fostering literacy.

With over 880 active chapters located in the United States and abroad, there are more than 1,000 Faculty Sponsors, and approximately 9,000 members inducted annually.

Sigma Tau Delta also recognizes the accomplishments of professional writers who have contributed to the fields of language and literature.

The Society is the proud sponsor of The National English Honor Society (NEHS). NEHS, a program of Sigma Tau Delta, serves students and faculty in high schools throughout the country and provides an outreach to thousands of students and faculty who share a commitment to excellence in English language arts.

Sigma Tau Delta established Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD), the English Honor Society for two-year colleges. Sigma Kappa Delta has 126 chapters, and annually partners with Sigma Tau Delta to plan and promote the international convention.

Sigma Tau Delta, a certified member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) since 1972, meets the strict guidelines for organizational excellence and scholastic eligibility required for continued membership in ACHS. ACHS is the only certifying agency for college and university honor societies.