The purpose of XI Omega Phi Alpha is to provide a closer bond among students of social work and to promote humanitarian goals and ideals. Phi Alpha fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into its membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work. The highest honor that one can receive in social work is an invitation to join Phi Alpha Honor Society. Phi Alpha Honor Society is assigned a meaning indicating “love of humanity.” Phi Alpha strives to recognize, improve and further the goals of social work in the community, state, nation and world.
An undergraduate student is eligible for active membership after achieving the following National and Local Chapter minimum requirements:
A graduate student is eligible for active membership after achieving the following National and Local Chapter minimum requirements:
*If a student qualifies for Phi Alpha for both BSW and MSW, they do not have to pay additional membership fees for MSW. The student will also receive a stole to wear during graduation and pinning ceremonies