Delta Epsilon Iota () is an honor society formed to recognize academic excellence across all disciplines, that began at the University of Georgia in 1994. It is a national honor society for career development.
History Delta Epsilon Iota was founded in 1994 at the University of Georgia as an honor society that recognizes academic excellence in all fields of study. The founders were Andrew J. Bond, associate director of career planning and placement, and Richard M. Drye, a student. At the time, Drye was being recruited by the “Big 6″ accounting firms while still an undergraduate. The idea of the society was a reaction to the increase in this type of recruiting tactic.
Delta Epsilon Iota is a national honor society for career development. The society works with university career centers to help students find jobs and career success after graduation. It "serves as a bridge between undergraduates and career services".
Its national headquarters moved to Atlanta, Georgia, in 1999. It operates the Delta Epsilon Iota National Scholarship Fund. By 2002, the society had more than 100 chapters.
Delta Epsilon Iota is a former member of the Professional Fraternity Association.PFA Board meeting minutes September 1, 2015 It is an affiliate member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
Symbols and traditions Delta Epsilon Iota's colors are blue and gold. its publication is The Resume. The society's principles or pillars are Dedication, Enthusiasm and Initiative.
Activities The society presents three scholarships, including the Delta Honor Awards for extraordinary achievement in all areas of campus life, the Epsilon Honor Awards for exceptional involvement outside the classroom, and the Iota Honor Awards for charitable service. Chapters volunteer in campus career centers, host resume workshops, host a Career Fest, and conduct philanthropic activities.
Membership Membership requirements for Delta Epsilon Iota are: 3.30 GPA on a 4.00 scale or ranking in the top 15% of their class Completed at least 30 semester hours Enrolled in an accredited college or university and have verification of academic standing
Chapters Following is an incomplete list of Delta Epsilon Iota chapters. Active chapters noted in bold, inactive chapters noted in italics.
ChapterCharter dateInstitutionLocationStatus1994University of GeorgiaAthens, GeorgiaBefore April 2007Texas Lutheran UniversitySeguin, TexasOmicron IotaFall 2010University of Texas at DallasRichardson, TexasActiveBefore 2011Baylor UniversityWaco, TexasBefore November 2011Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GeorgiaPhi IotaBefore Fall 2013University of South FloridaTampa, FloridaBefore 2014Southern Illinois University CarbondaleCarbondale, Illinois2014Ohio State UniversityColumbus, Ohio2014University of North TexasDenton, Texas2014Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton, Florida2014Mississippi CollegeClinton, MississippiAlpha Xi Iota2015University of Great FallsGreat Falls, Montana2015College of Saint RoseAlbany, New YorkMu EpsilonArkansas State UniversityJonesboro, ArkansasActiveChaminade University Honolulu, HawaiiClemson UniversityClemson, South CarolinaActiveLoyola Marymount UniversityLos Angeles, CaliforniaActiveNova Southeastern UniversityMiami and Kendell, FloridaRhoades CollegeMemphis, TennesseeRutgers UniversityStevenson UniversityBaltimore County, MarylandActiveUniversity of AlabamaTuscaloosa, AlabamaActiveUniversity of Alabama in HuntsvilleHuntsville, AlabamaActiveUniversity of Arkansas at Little RockLittle Rock, ArkansasUniversity of Central FloridaOrlando, FloridaUniversity of Central OklahomaEdmond, OklahomaUniversity of Detroit MercyDetroit, MichiganActiveUniversity of MichiganAnn Arbor, MichiganActiveUniversity of Pittsburgh at JohnstownJohnstown, PennsylvaniaActiveUniversity of West GeorgiaCarrollton, Georgia
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