She is not alone. Each year more and more juniors and seniors become eligible. Hence, the fifth reason, the society provides a means to encourage, motivate and reward student progress. As the ranks of XAE grow, graduate support grows as well. During the 1993 Spring Awards Convocation held by the Academic Development Program at West Chester, despite the worst storm of the year, there was a standing room only crowd, and XAE alum came back.
Members give back to the program through leadership and service.
The tassel refers to the Honor cord that is ceremonially worn at academic events including graduation. The last factor, utilizing knowledge from a variety of sources, is captured via participation in the various activities that are available through member evolvement. Fund raising, public speaking, networking, problem solving, creative development projects are just the beginning. As the society continues to grow, it will face the challenges all young organizations face. Tackling these challenges will be the medium for continued personal and intellectual development for those who choose to seize the opportunity.