1. Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society
Virginia Commonwealth University

2. What Is Alpha Phi Sigma
Alpha Phi Sigma is the only national criminal justice honor society that recognizes the academic excellence of undergraduate and graduate students who major or minor in criminal justice.
The purpose of Alpha Phi Sigma is to bring out the best in its members during their time in school while also bringing them opportunities in their local or native area.

3. Why Join
National recognition for academic excellence and access to programs and scholarships available only to members of Alpha Phi Sigma.
Exclusive access to events and informational meetings that can involve fun activities, personal growth sessions, and career prospects .
Add a leadership role to gain experience:
President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer

4. Events Shooting Range Shooting Simulations Panel Discussion
Police Academy Training & Tours
Ride Alongs
Movie Nights
Guest Speakers
Go Karts/Paintball/Escape Room RVA

5. Requirements Becoming A Member: Maintaining Membership:
Be declared a Criminal Justice major or minor
Have a minimum 3.2 GPA overall
Have completed a minimum of 12 credits in Criminal Justice courses or be currently enrolled in at least 12 credits of criminal justice courses by the time you apply.
Maintaining Membership:
Dues: $25 per semester
Active Participation in events
Attending monthly meetings

6. Application Process Download application
Fill out application electronically
Print application
Place application and payment in the amount of $75 in a sealed envelope
Place sealed envelope in the Alpha Phi Sigma mailbox located in the Student Organization’s Office (downstairs in the Student Commons) by the deadline!
(Note: If you are selected for membership, you will be required to submit the $75 payment by a designated time to obtain official membership).

7. Commonly Asked Questions
How can I pay the $75 new member fee? Cash or Check (checks made payable to Alpha Phi Sigma)
What if I am not accepted? The full $75 will be returned to you (checks will not be processed unless you are accepted).
Is there Honor Regalia for graduation? Yes. You can purchase Alpha Phi Sigma regalia which includes cords, medallions & stoles. You can buy them individually or for a set price purchase all three for graduation!
Is it time consuming? Not at all. However, you do need to maintain membership by particpating and going to meetings!
What does the $75 entail? The new member fee of $75 is made of two different fees ($50 new member fee that covers initiation and other new member costs, $25 for semesterly chapter dues that cover events, merchandise, etc.)
Do I only pay the $75 once? Yes, once you are a member, dues are only $25 per semester until you graduate, resign membership, or go alum.

8. Contact Information
Sydney Smith-President
Trista Smith-Vice President
Kiana Phillips-Treasurer
Deadline for applications:
Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017
Initiation for accepted applicants: TBA