Honor and academic societies and other academic-interest student associations are
a great way to immerse yourself further in your area of study and gain additional
experience in the field. Plus, they look great on your resume.
allow you to meet and network with students and faculty who have similar interests
provide opportunities for academic and cultural enrichment (field trips, speakers,
events, etc.)
offer leadership experiences
can give you a leg up in the classroom and on the job.
(Just keep in mind that some honor societies require certain academic qualifications.)
HONOR/ACADEMIC SOCIETIES
The College of Public Affairs is home to honor and academic societies for:
Criminal Justice Alpha Phi Sigma, Nu Omicron chapter Contact: Associate Professor Heather Pfeifer, 410.837.5292
Forensic Studies Alpha Phi Sigma, Nu Omicron chapter Contact: Associate Professor Heather Pfeifer, 410.837.5292
Health Management (B.S.) and Health Administration (M.S.) Upsilon Phi Delta Contact: Megan Manley, assistant dean, 410.837.5128
Human Services Administration (M.S. only) Alpha Eta Contact: Professor John Hudgins, 410.951.3528 (Coppin State University); Professor Bridal Pearson, 410.837.5251
Policy, Politics and International Affairs Pi Sigma Alpha Contact: Megan Manley, assistant dean, 410.837.5128
Public Administration (M.P.A. and D.P.A.) Pi Alpha Alpha Contact: Megan Manley, assistant dean, 410.837.5128
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
The College of Public Affairs is home to academic-interest student associations including:
Criminal Justice Association Adviser: Professor Jeffrey Ross, 410.837.6086
Global Affairs and Human Security Student Association Advisers: Assistant Professor Ñusta Carranza Ko, 410.837.5344
Negotiations and Conflict Management Student Association Adviser: Associate Professor "Rae" Yunzi Tan, 410.837.5329
