Theta Alpha Kappa
In its symbol, the THETA (for Theos) represents both the divine presence and the orb of the world, which it both circumscribes and penetrates. The ALPHA (for anthropos) represents aspiring humanity, which draws its roots in community (represented by KAPPA for koinonia) and on the divine in reaching outward toward the horizon in search of fulfillment.
A local chapter of this national honors society (Alpha Alpha Ypsilon) was begun at DeSales University in 1989.
The activities of this society include the following:
annual meetings on a
national level;
publication of an
academic journal (the Journal of TAK);
locally sponsored
activities.
Requirements for membership in this society are as follows.
completion of a minimum
of three (3) semesters at DeSales University;
completion of a minimum
of twelve (12) credits in Theology;
a grade point average of
at least 3.50 in Theology and 3.00 overall;
standing in the upper 35%
of one's class in scholarship.
The benefits of active membership include:
reception of the Journal;
ability to vote for
national officers;
free admission to the
annual meeting.
Each year DeSales University inducts new members to the society.
In 1995-96, the society began a national competition for the Albert Clark Memorial Prize. The first undergraduate award was conferred upon Kristine Neumayer (class of '96) for her essay entitled "Quality Profits: The Role of Theology in Business." The essay was published in the Journal of Theta Alpha Kappa, volume 20/2 (Fall 1996), pp. 14-29.
For further information concerning membership in this society, contact the chapter advisor, Dr. Rodney Howsare.