DUNMORE, Pa. — Penn State Scranton's English and multidisciplinary studies faculty welcomed seven students into the Alpha Omega Nu Chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, during an induction ceremony this spring that recognized their outstanding academic achievement in the English language, literature and writing.
Students inducted into the campus’ Alpha Omega Nu Chapter were: Maryam Johnson, Nicholas Petrewski, Andrew Phillips, Aidan Romanchick, Lila Rusin, Sara Sasscer and Christina Younger.
The Alpha Omega Nu Chapter at Penn State Scranton recognizes students who have demonstrated distinction in the study of English while promoting literacy and excellence across the discipline.
During the ceremony, inductees officially joined the society by affirming Sigma Tau Delta's guiding principles of sincerity, truth and design. Each new member received an official society pin, membership certificate and ceremonial honors stole or cord to wear during commencement.
English Program Senator and Alpha Omega Nu member Rowan Sunye Mulligan gave student remarks. Associate Professor of English Kelley Wagers presented the students with their certificates; Associate Teaching Professor of English Kara Stone did the presentation of stoles; Assistant Teaching Professor of English Jody Griffith and Associate Professor of English Eva Tettenborn gave the students their honor cords; and Assistant Teaching Professor of History Paul Frisch presented students their society pins.
"Membership in Sigma Tau Delta recognizes not only our students' academic accomplishments but also their commitment to the study of language, literature and writing," said English and Multidisciplinary Studies Program Coordinator Paul Perrone. "We are proud to celebrate their achievements and look forward to seeing the many ways they will contribute to their professions and communities as writers, educators and lifelong advocates for literacy."
Founded in 1924, Sigma Tau Delta is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of literary scholars, educators, writers and leaders through transformative undergraduate and graduate experiences. With more than 35,000 members worldwide, the organization provides opportunities for intellectual and professional growth through academic conferences, publication opportunities, scholarships, grants, awards and mentorship.
Membership in Sigma Tau Delta encourages students to strengthen their critical thinking, research and creative expression through literary scholarship, creative writing and community literacy initiatives. The organization also supports students' professional development by offering career guidance, graduate school preparation, internships, community service opportunities and professional networking that help prepare graduates for careers in writing, publishing, education and related fields.