Welcome to the Tau Upsilon Alpha Honor Society chapter at the University of Arizona Global Campus! The mission of Tau Upsilon Alpha is to honor academic excellence; to foster lifelong learning, leadership and development; and to promote excellence in service to humanity.
"Excellence in Service to Humanity"
Background
The idea for a National Human Services Honor Society originated from discussions held during the NOHS Conference in East Brunswick, New Jersey. In November 2006, the NOHS Board of Directors approved the establishment of a National Honor Society. In order to launch the Society, volunteers formed a Development Committee to craft bylaws and other procedures. The team mirrored the breadth and diversity of human services because it included students, faculty, administrators, and practitioners, with representation from all NOHS regions. The breadth and diversity of the team resulted in a comprehensive effort. Members focused on the creation of an honor society that would support its mission - to honor academic excellence; to foster lifelong learning, leadership and development; and to promote excellence in service to humanity.
Tau Upsilon Alpha (n.d.) Retrieved June 22, 2017 from http://www.nationalhumanservices.org/about-us-tua
Meaning
The emblem symbolizes the efforts of Human Services Professionals in their work to empower people through education and service.
The circle surrounding the figures in the center of the emblem indicates the focus that Human Service professionals place on attending to the needs of the whole person and the communities in which that person interacts. The figures within the circle, in varying sizes and colors, indicate the work done with diverse populations.
The dominant colors are Royal Blue (intelligence, stability, and unity), White (purity of thought and goodness), and Gold (wisdom).
The three Greek letters are an expression of the ideals of Human Services. Tau meaning life, Upsilon meaning foundation for everything that comes, and Alpha meaning first.
Together, these symbols indicate our desire for excellence in our profession of Human Services.
Tau Upsilon Alpha (n.d.) Retrieved June 22, 2017 from http://www.nationalhumanservices.org/about-us-tua
Membership Criteria
Membership in Tau Upsilon Alpha Honor Society is by invitation only and open to eligible University of Arizona Global Campus students.
To qualify for membership in Tau Upsilon Alpha, students must meet the following criteria as of screening dates on January 1 or July 1 of the membership drive year.:
- Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences (BA in Applied Behavioral Science, BA in Gerontology, BA in Health and Human Services, BA in Psychology, BS in Human Services Leadership, D of Psychology, MA in Human Services, MA in Psychology, PhD in Human Services)
AND
- Have 36 or more credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher for Undergraduate students
OR
- Have 12 or more credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher for Graduate students
Membership in Tau Upsilon Alpha requires a one-time lifetime membership fee of $42 to be paid at the time of acceptance.
Member Privileges
Through Tau Upsilon Alpha Headquarters:
Membership Pin and Certificate
Scholarship Opportunities
Recognition as a member of an academic and professional honor society
Lifetime Membership
Through the University of Arizona Global Campus:
Any Tau Upsilon Alpha member who participates in the University of Arizona Global Campus in-person commencement ceremony will be distinguished as a member by wearing Tau Upsilon Alpha regalia. Induction must be completed at least one week prior to commencement in order to receive regalia.
Contact Information
For general inquiries: [email protected]
Cara Metz,
Tau Upsilon Alpha Advisor
[email protected]