Alpha Chi Induction Ceremony

Alpha Chi is a national honor society that accepts only the top 10 percent of juniors, seniors and graduate students in all academic fields. Alpha Chi was founded in 1922 with the purpose of honoring academic excellence and... [ view full abstract ]

Alpha Chi is a national honor society that accepts only the top 10 percent of juniors, seniors and
graduate students in all academic fields. Alpha Chi was founded in 1922 with the purpose of honoring
academic excellence and exemplary character in college and university students. In addition to being
an elite honors society, Alpha Chi also offers the opportunity for students to present annually at a national
convention and awards $60,000 a year in 26 scholarships and fellowships to individual members
enrolled in full-time study.

Alpha Chi’s name is derived from the initial letters of the Greek words alethia, meaning truth, and
xapakthp, meaning character. The official shield bears a lamp of learning and the initials AX in raised
letters. In the induction ceremony today, you will see these two virtues are symbolized in the Society’s
official colors–sapphire blue, depicting truth and emerald green, victory. Knowledge, the basis of
truth and character, is symbolized by gold and candlelight. The motto of Alpha Chi is, “You shall know
the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32.
Since its inception in 1922, over 400,000 members have joined this society nationally. The Michigan
Alpha chapter here at Adrian College is the oldest chapter in Michigan, established in 1964. Those
being inducted today will join over 500 current and alumni members in the Michigan Alpha chapter of
Alpha Chi.

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of these students as they are welcomed into this
prestigious national honor society.