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Sigma Tau Delta

Sigma Tau Delta

Sigma Tau Delta is an honors organization at accredited colleges and universities that grant baccalaureate or higher degrees. It was founded in 1924, and the seal shows what we stand for: Sincerity, Truth, and Design.

The University of Southern Indiana's Mu Phi chapter is a fun, energetic, and motivated group of outstanding students. We frequently collaborate with USI's Student Writers Union and the student-run literary journal FishHook, and we're making plans to attend the annual convention in New Orleans in March 2026!
Many members have recently graduated, so we’re excited to welcome new members! You may even end up taking on leadership positions in the future!
Learn more about the National Organization here.

What Have We Done Recently?

  • Presented research papers at recent annual conventions in Pittsburgh 2025 and St. Louis 2024.
  • Hosted a Halloween party for the English Department.
  • Received a plaque for our 30th anniversary at the 2017 convention in Louisville.
  • Celebrated our 25th anniversary at the 2012 convention in New Orleans.
  • Fundraised for the Warrick County Imagination Library.
  • Organized a book drive to benefit the Youth Village in Vincennes.

Why Should You Join?

Members of Sigma Tau Delta get these exclusive perks:

  • Travel invitations to cool urban hubs for annual conventions and university/departmental funds to attend!
  • Chances to professionally present your scholarly and creative work and to participate in educational forums at said conventions.
  • A connected network of other English students, alumni, and faculty from around the world.
  • Generous scholarship, internship, and awards competitions in leadership, service, and writing.
  • Submission and publication opportunities in the society's two journals: The Review (scholarly work) and The Rectangle (creative work).
  • Access to special webinars with popular authors, like Jesmyn Ward, Gabrielle Zevin, James Ijames, and Bonnie Garmus!

How Do You Apply?

In order to become a member of the University of Southern Indiana chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • 3.0 GPA in English and 3.3 GPA overall.
  • 6 credit hours in English completed  (not counting 101 & 201).
  • 3 semesters of college courses completed (sophomore standing).
  • $60 for lifetime national and local dues.

And remember, you do not need to be an English major to join!

The online membership application is available here or paper ones can be found outside the Sigma Tau Delta office, OC 3005.

If accepted, faculty advisor Ms. Yu-Li Alice Shen will provide instructions on how to submit your dues payment.

Latest News from Sigma Tau Delta!

Check out the fun we had at the 2024 Sigma Tau Delta convention in St. Louis! Members presented papers on a wide variety of topics, all while getting to check out the sights of the city

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