Participation is an extra credit item in French classes. Pi Delta Phi was founded in 1906, with a current total membership of over 60,000. It is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies. Our chapter has initiated many qualified students since then. Membership applications are submitted to Prof. Maria I. Malone.
Membership constitutes a respectable academic credential.
On a national level, the Society awards scholarships. On the local level, our chapter develops and sponsors any activity which will promote interest in French culture, either in the academic milieu or in the community. Sigma Delta Pi is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies. It had active chapters on 487 campuses in the United States in 1999. UTM's Chapter name is Mu Theta and was inaugurated in 1977 under the department chairmanship of Stephen C. Mohler.