The second criterion makes it virtually impossible for JOMC students to be selected to Phi Beta Kappa until after they have been graduated. However, such students can still participate in the appropriate initiation ceremony. Ms. Sharon Jones in 158 Carroll Hall has a memorandum form that can be used to request consideration for selection. Kappa Tau Alpha is a national society dedicated to the recognition and promotion of scholarship in field of journalism. It has been open to all individuals regardless of race, creed or sex.
Scholarship is the single key to membership.
The society was founded at the University of Missouri in 1910. The invitation to join KTA is extended to students who have placed in the top 10 percent of their class. Alpha Delta Sigma is a national honorary organization for students who have outstanding academic records in the study of advertising.