Student Group
Nu Rho Psi
The current members of Nu Rho Psi
The current members of Nu Rho Psi shared that recognition as an honor society at commencement was important. Now that our local chapter is officially part of the national chapter, our members can wear honor cords at commencement
A few facts about the National Nu Rho Psi
The purpose of Nu Rho Psi is to:
- encourage professional interest and excellence in scholarship, particularly in neuroscience;
- award recognition to students who have achieved such excellence in scholarship;
- advance the discipline of neuroscience; encourage intellectual and social interaction between students, faculty, and professionals in neuroscience and related fields;
- promote career development in neuroscience and related fields;
- increase public awareness of neuroscience and its benefits for the individual and society; and
- encourage service to the community.
What are the benefits of membership?
The first and foremost benefit of Nu Rho Psi membership is the honor and recognition of academic excellence. Almost all graduate schools and employers ask for a list of honors. Membership in Nu Rho Psi is a way of building these credentials. Members receive membership certificates and lapel pins as an indication of the honor. Beyond this, Nu Rho Psi membership is a springboard for the networking of like-minded colleagues interested in the study of the brain. The society offers travel awards to undergraduate members who wish to attend the Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN) and Society for Neuroscience Annual Meetings. As the Society transitions to a regional structure over the next few years, there will be regional and national meetings where neuroscientists from around the country will gather to share scientific findings. News and information is available to members via the Nu Rho Psi online newsletter.
What is the cost?
Membership in Nu Rho Psi is for life and the induction fee ($40.00 for students; $50.00 for faculty) is the only payment to the National organization.
Nu Rho Psi
Nu Rho Psi is Emory University’s neuroscience and behavioral biology honor society. Our mission is to recognize and promote leadership, intellectual development, and scholastic achievement in the study of neuroscience and behavior. We aim to advance the study of neuroscience within the college and increase awareness within Emory and the surrounding community. We work to stimulate academic and professional growth beyond the classroom through programs designed to enhance the regular curriculum and provide rewarding experiences and fellowship through affiliation with the society. Activities include faculty-student luncheons, social functions, lectures by esteemed members of the Neuroscience community and many other events.
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates should have completed two Neuroscience courses, at least one of which is a core class in the NBB department, and have a GPA of at least 3.5/4.0. In addition, membership is largely based on showing extracurricular interest in the fields of neuroscience and behavior and genuine interest in participating in the activities of Nu Rho Psi. Prior to applying for membership, candidates are encouraged to attend monthly meetings and events hosted by the society. Attending activities before applying to Nu Rho Psi will foster better communication among all those involved with neuroscience and behavior at Emory and enable candidates to learn more about the honor society.
Executive Board
Fall 2011 - Spring 2012
Mallory Roberts President mnrobe2@emory.edu
Soe Thein Vicre-President sthein@emory.edu
Michika Sharpe Treasurer mgsharp@emory.edu
Anne Hermes Secretary arherme@emory.edu
Joshua de Gastyne Membership Chair jdegast@emory.edu
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