AAA Honors Society
We are thrilled to announce the induction of William & 玛丽's first AAA Honors Society chapter during Parent and Family Weekend this fall. Stay tuned for more information about this milestone event!
About Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha)
Founded on March 24, 2018, at Moravian College (now Moravian University) in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, is an honors society dedicated to recognizing the academic achievements of first-generation college students. Since its inception, Tri-Alpha has expanded to campuses nationwide, supporting the academic and professional growth of first-generation students, faculty, and staff.
Eligibility Criteria for Students
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours towards a degree.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
- Neither parent nor legal guardian has completed a bachelor’s degree.
Eligibility Criteria for Graduate Students
- Completion of at least 9 or more graduate credits.
- Minimum GPA of 3.5 in the graduate program.
Eligibility Criteria for Faculty and Staff
- Must have been first-generation students when they completed their bachelor’s degree.
- Must be willing to serve as mentors for first-generation students.
Eligibility Criteria for Alumni and Honorary Inductees
- Must have been first-generation students when they completed their bachelor’s degree.
- Must remain connected to the institution (e.g., board member, alumni association, volunteer, donor).
- Must be willing to mentor first-generation students.
- Honorary members need not have been first-generation college students but must be advocates or supporters of first-gen students.
Benefits of Membership
- Lifetime membership with a certificate and pin.
- Recognition of personal accomplishment and incentive for continued academic excellence.
- Networking opportunities with other first-generation scholars.
- Enhanced visibility to employers, professionals, and graduate schools.
- Mentorship opportunities with both peer first-generation students and experienced faculty, staff, and alumni.
- Leadership opportunities within the local chapter.
- Recognition and a no-cost Tri-Alpha Cord at the Vanguard Commencement Ceremony
Join Us
We invite all eligible students, faculty, staff, and alumni to join us in celebrating and supporting the achievements of first-generation students. For more information, please contact us at firstgen@wm.edu.
