Pi Sigma Alpha

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Pi Sigma Alpha (ΠΣΑ)

Pi Sigma Alpha, Eta Eta Chapter at NMSU, is a National Political Science Honor Society that recognizes academic excellence in political studies. The organization aims to provide students the opportunity to explore topics in politics, government and public policy in order to build a group of like-minded people passionate about engaging in and advocating for vibrant and energetic public discourse.

National Office: www.pisigmaalpha.org


Why Join Pi Sigma Alpha?

We seek to enable students to meet outside the classroom and engage in meaningful activities involving American politics, international relations, and other current political issues. We hope to provide a forum for students in the world of politics and current events to engage these issues with like-minded students.

 

Activities Include:

  • Attend the annual National Student Research Conference in Washington D.C. each February
    • Register for POLS 406 (1-credit) 
  • Chapter Grants and on-campus activities
  • Local community organization and volunteering
  • Brown bags and speaker series
  • Professional development and internships
  • See other national membership benefits: pisigmaalpha.org/member-benefits/ 

 

Interested in Joining?

Chapter Member Requirements (Open to Undergraduate and Graduate Students):

  1. Students of ANY MAJOR may join.
  2. Interested in political science related topics.
  3. No credit completion requirements.
  4. An average GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  5. No chapter dues

National Member Requirements (Open to Undergraduate and Graduate Students)

  1. Students of ANY MAJOR may join.
  2. Completion of at least half of the credits required for the baccalaureate degree;
  3. Completion of at least 10 semester credits of work in political science (government), including at least one upper-division course;
  4. An average grade of B or higher in all courses in political science;
  5. A grade point average of 3.2 or higher.
  6. For graduate students currently enrolled at New Mexico State University:
    a) Completion of at least nine graduation credits in political science with no grade lower than B.
  7. National membership dues $35.00 (one-time Lifetime Membership fee) to National Office


To Apply:

To apply to the Eta Eta chapter of New Mexico State University, please send a completed Membership Application Form and a copy of your degree audit to the organization's email: nmstatepsa@gmail.com. In the subject line, please write “MEMBER APPLICATION: Full Name”. After a thorough review, applicants that meet all requirements will be notified and sent a link to register for national membership.


Contact Information (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Cossette Luna (President): jayden5@nmsu.edu

Miguel Beltran (Vice President): miguelbe@nmsu.edu 

Madeline Nielsen (Treasurer): nielsen1@nmsu.edu 

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Seong Kang sckang@nmsu.edu

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