By Wilson Cannon | Guest Writer
Over the course of Spring Break, while many students relaxed in the sun, members of APSU’s chapter of the Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society stood on the State Senate floor to receive a special honor. As part of a joint resolution, the society was presented a framed proclamation to recognize their award for best chapter 2009.
“It was thrilling,” said Minoa Uffelman, the organizations faculty adviser. Uffelman and a small group of students and faculty traveled to Nashville on Thursday, March 11, to receive this special honor. The framed proclamation will soon be on permanent display in Harned Hall.
Out of several hundred chapters APSU was selected as best in their size division for 2009. Phi Alpha Theta had sponsored several events that year, including the hosting of two annual history conferences.
The History Honor Society is a social and academic organization that promotes the study of history through research and teaching. Students interested in joining must complete 12 hours of History with a 3.1 GPA. The society takes an active role on campus; taking part in several APSU events like G.H.O.S.T. and Plant the Campus Red, as well as private functions such as round table discussions with faculty.
David Nelson serves as assistant advisor for the organization. “It was a great experience,” Nelson said. “It was the first time I had been on the floor. I was surprised how small the room was; it seemed so
Nelson feels the award and state recognition will help bring attention to APSU and its achievements. When asked if the society will go for best chapter again this year he said, “Yes, we’re getting ready.”
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