1. Tau Sigma National Honor Society State University of New York College at Oswego

2. What Is Tau Sigma? Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students

3. History of Tau Sigma Idea was conceived in 1986 by Dr. Lee Colquitt while a transfer at Auburn University Grant awarded in May, 1998 by Auburn University to start Tau Sigma Tau Sigma was incorporated in September, 1999 First induction ceremony was held in November 1999 (150 new members)

4. Tau Sigma Membership Criteria Student must transfer with the equivalent of at least one full year’s academic credits Student must obtain at least a 3.5 G.P.A. or rank among the top 20% of all transfer students in the first term at the institution to which he/she transferred Student must be full time status (12 credit hours) during first semester at new institution

5. Benefits of Tau Sigma? Academic recognition Bonding experience among inductees Springboard to more involvement in the college Opportunity to serve incoming transfers Enhances professional development (i.e. resume building, networking) Recognition of academic achievement Early involvement opportunities at SUNY Oswego Opportunity to assume leadership positions Increased visibility of transfer students Enhanced reputation of transfer population

6. What’s Happening at Oswego? The Chapter participates in fundraising activities during the academic semester. Fundraisers scheduled for the spring semester are being done through Fajita Grill and Cam’s Pizza. The Chapter organizes and sponsors Tau Sigma’s Induction Ceremony. New members are encouraged to attend the induction ceremony. This event is to honor you for your hard work and dedication at Oswego. The Oswego Chapter is also planning several programs such as an Honor Society Greek Week and a campus wide community service project.

7. What the Members are Saying… “Membership into Tau Sigma is something I will keep close to heart throughout my life. For the society has not only facilitated my transition into a new college environment, but also provided me with unparalleled opportunities for involvement, leadership, and scholarship.” Juan Carmona – Auburn, AL

8. What the Members are Saying… “As a transfer student, it is tough to get involved in extracurricular activities. Membership in Tau Sigma has been an excellent way for me to get involved in the university. Tau Sigma also provides me with an opportunity to help future transfer students in the same way Tau Sigma has helped me.” Todd Humphries – Oxford, AL

9. What the Members are Saying… “Coming together is a beginning. Working together is progress. Staying together is a success. If I were to speak of my experience with Tau Sigma, the above statements would adequately express my feelings. Being affiliated with this organization has allowed me the opportunity to grow in ways that will benefit me for the rest of my life.” Christi Snellgrove – Knoxville, TN

10. Tau Sigma Induction Ceremony Thursday, April 24 th at 4:30 PM Location TBA