Phi Alpha is a national social work honor society for B.S.W. and M.S.W. and Ph.D. social work students, faculty and local practitioners. Jackson State University has held membership in this honor society since 1978. This organization fosters high standards of academic excellence and training for social work. Membership is open to all students majoring in social work. Undergraduate students must have completed at least nine credit hours of social work courses at 37.5% of coursework toward the degree. Graduate student membership is open to students who have completed nine credit hours of required social work courses. $60.00 Lifetime Membership fee covers national and local chapter dues, the initiation pin, and the certificate.Contact: Dr. Jacqueline Loggins | 601-979-4141 | jacqueline.d.loggins@jsums.edu