What is Alpha Upsilon Alpha?
Alpha Upsilon Alpha is the honor society of the International Literacy Association. It was created in 1985 to recognize and encourage scholarship, the development of personal and professional leadership, and service to the field of reading at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Membership in Alpha Upsilon Alpha brings a sense of scholarly accomplishment in the field of reading and language arts. Members are acknowledged for having excelled in their chosen field of study, and are recognized as professionals committed to the importance of reading and language arts in education.
Why should I join?
- You will have the opportunity to work with children and network with principals, superintendents, and other faculty through our literacy fairs at elementary schools.
- You will have the opportunity to attend professional development workshops such as resume writing, creating ePortfolios, and literacy-based workshops.
- You will be able to meet other students who have declared reading minors.
- This looks great on your resume!