HONOR SOCIETIES
Get recognized for your outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential. The River is home to a variety of national and international honor societies.
Unlock Your Potential
Indian River State College participates in several national and international honor societies that recognize academic achievement in general or in specific areas of study.
Membership in these honor societies enhances your academic experience in many ways, including access to:
Our Honor Societies
IRSC honor society chapters include:
Phi Theta Kappa
The Nu lota Chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa National Scholastic Fraternity promotes scholarship, encourages the development of character, and cultivates fellowship among students of community colleges. Invitations to apply for membership in Phi Theta Kappa are issued to eligible students each semester.
Contact: Elizabeth Raulerson
Phone: 772-462-7947
Email: eraulers@irsc.edu
Alpha Phi Sigma (Criminal Justice)
Alpha Phi Sigma honors and promotes academic excellence, leadership, service and unity. It promotes analytical thinking, rigorous scholarship, lifelong learning and ethical standards in the criminal justice profession.
Advisors, officers and active members attend monthly on-campus meetings. Enhanced membership offers access to activities focused on leadership, fellowship, scholarship and service.
Contact: Kimberlie Massnick
Phone: 772-462-7966
Email: kmassnic@irsc.edu
IRSC Nursing
Membership to this honor society is by invitation to baccalaureate degree nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and to nurse leaders exhibiting exceptional achievements in nursing.
Contact: Cathleen Paton
Phone: 772-462-7568
Email: cpaton@irsc.edu
Kappa Delta Pi (Education)
Kappa Delta Pi is a “by-invitation-only” educational honor society based on GPA. It supports future educators with opportunities for professional development, service learning and leadership.
Contact: Michelle Kinggard
Phone: 772-462-7070
Email: mkinggar@irsc.edu
Lambda Nu (Imaging Sciences)
Lambda Nu is a national honor society for radiologic and imaging sciences students. The organization fosters academic and clinical practical scholarship at the highest levels, promotes student mentorship and provides information to the college community and general public concerning imaging sciences.
Contact: Tracie Pacheco
Phone: 772-462-7541
Email: tpacheco@irsc.edu
Sigma Alpha Pi (Leadership)
The online chapter of Sigma Alpha Pi—National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) at Indian River State College promotes leadership development and encourages community action, volunteerism and personal and academic growth among chapter members. Invitations for membership are extended in the fall and spring semesters to candidates who demonstrate academic excellence.
Contact: Janeth Delva
Phone: 772-462-7477
Email: NSLSonline@irsc.edu
Sigma Beta Delta (Business)
The Sigma Beta Delta International Honor Society is for bachelor’s degree students enrolled in IRSC business administration and organizational management programs.
Membership conveys academic excellence and a commitment to high principles and superior achievement throughout a student’s lifetime. Invitations are extended to candidates demonstrating outstanding scholastic achievement.
Contact: Dr. Christopher McChesney
Phone: 772-419-5691
Email: cmcchesn@irsc.edu
Southern Regional Honors Council
IRSC honor societies are affiliated with this broader regional organization. SHRC promotes and advances honor programs and societies across the southern United States, including here on Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Clubs & Organizations
At The River, you’ll find hundreds of ways to get involved with clubs, causes and organizations that match your passions and interests.
