Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honorary Society is a national non-profit organization devoted to the promotion of scholarship and research in the Biological Sciences. Our Chapter of Phi Sigma works closely with the School of Biological Science and is a sponsor of the weekly seminar series, the fall picnic, the holiday party, and the annual research symposium. They also hold an annual grant competition to provide research funds to both graduate and undergraduate students.

Eligibility

Undergraduate students majoring in biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, or clinical laboratory science who have at least junior status (60 or more credit hours) with a GPA of 3.4 or above are eligible for membership. For more information see their website!

How to Join

The Beta Lambda Chapter of Phi Sigma currently conducts two (one each during the fall and spring semesters) membership drives each year. At that time your preliminary eligibility will be determined and those students meeting the eligibility requirements will receive a letter of invitation to join. When you receive your letter simply fill out the application completely and return it and a check for your membership dues. After evaluation by the membership chairperson your membership will be processed and you will be initiated during a special ceremony later in the semester

Sigma Xi

Undergraduate students are also invited to join Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society. This is a national, non-profit organization with more than 70,000 members. Sigma Xi sponsors a variety of programs supporting honor in science and engineering, science education, science policy and the public understanding of science.

Eligibility

Generally students who have completed one semester of undergraduate research are eligible. Our chapter also includes Illinois Wesleyan University.

How to join

Membership is by application and is based on "aptitude for research". See Dr. Laura Vogel for application information.