Tri-Alpha Honor Society

Get Involved With Tri-Alpha!

If you are a first-generation college student at TAMUCT and looking to enhance your university experience, consider joining the Tri-Alpha Honor Society. Here, we celebrate and support your unique journey as a first-generation student!

Our Mission

Tri-Alpha Honor Society is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of first-generation college students and graduates through recognition, support, and engagement. We aim to foster a sense of belonging and accomplishment among our members, encouraging their academic success and leadership development.

Membership Benefits

• Recognition: Receive formal recognition for your academic achievements and a platform to celebrate your first-generation college student status.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other first-generation students, faculty, and professionals who understand and support your unique journey.
• Professional Development: Participate in workshops and seminars designed to enhance your skills and prepare you for career success.
• Community Engagement: Engage in community service projects and initiatives that give back and strengthen community bonds.
• Mentorship: Gain access to mentorship from faculty and alumni who were also first-generation students and can provide guidance and advice.

Eligibility and Application Process

To be eligible for membership in Tri-Alpha, students must:

• Be currently enrolled at TAMUCT.
• Have completed at least 30 semester hours.
• Hold a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher and a ungraduated and 3.5 or higher as a graduate.
• Be a first-generation college student (neither parent has completed a bachelor’s degree).

Interested students and graduates should submit an application along with a brief personal statement about their journey as a first-generation student. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Faculty and Staff

Faculty and staff who are first-generation students are also eligible to apply as honorary members and serve in mentorship and support roles. Share your knowledge and experiences and give back to first-generation students like yourself.

Events and Activities

Tri-Alpha hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including:

• Induction Ceremony: A formal event to welcome new members.
• Leadership Workshops: Sessions focused on developing leadership skills and enhancing academic performance.
• Community Service Projects: Opportunities to give back to the community in meaningful ways.
• Annual Conferences: Participate in national gatherings with other Tri-Alpha chapters to network and share experiences.

About Tri-Alpha

Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, was founded March 24, 2018, at Moravian College (now Moravian University) in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Over 100 members of the Alpha Chapter were initiated that day, including undergraduate students, faculty, staff, alumni, and honorary members. Following the successful induction, the college took steps to incorporate Alpha Alpha Alpha so that chapters could be started on other campuses across the country. Tri-Alpha exists as a not-for-profit (501(c)3) organization, for the purpose of supporting the activities of the honors society. Learn more at https://www.1stgenhonors.org/