The Director of La Maison Francaise, always a French native, is chosen by the member of the French Department who also participate in planning and carrying out the program of events for the year. Application for residency is submitted to the French Department. Cultural and social events sponsored by the House provide an educational atmosphere for German students and the community. Interested students should submit their application to the German Department. Le Cercle Francais is the cultural arm of the Department of French, with weekly French Table lunches at the Bishop's Common and regular activities taking place at the French House.
Membership is open to all French students and other interested persons.
ODK recognizes students for their academic excellence and spirited engagement in life on the Mountain. Phi Alpha Theta is a national history society. Members are selected by the history department based on academic achievement in history courses. A minimum of seven courses in history and a 3.2 grade is required. Phi Beta Kappa , national honor society, recognizes high academic achievement and seeks to foster the spirit of active scholarship.