Delta Epsilon Sigma (Alpha Mu Chapter) Induction

Join us as Seton Hall University inducts new members into Delta Epsilon Sigma (DES), the national scholastic honor society for students at Catholic colleges and universities. Come celebrate scholarship, service and community across every school and discipline at SHU.

“Seton Hall was among the first Catholic universities in the nation to establish a DES chapter, in 1941, just three years after the society’s founding,” said Ines Angeli Murzaku, Ph.D., professor of religion, director of the Catholic Studies Program, and founding chair of the Department of Catholic Studies. “After a period of dormancy, Catholic Studies revived the Seton Hall DES chapter in 2012. Since then, we have welcomed a significant number of outstanding students from across the University students who embody academic excellence, leadership and service. We invite eligible students to join us and help carry this Seton Hall University tradition forward.”

Why join DES?

•  Recognized excellence at a national level
• Community of peers committed to scholarship, leadership, and service
• Opportunities for networking, mentoring, and co-curricular engagement
•  All majors welcome—DES is interdisciplinary by design

Who is eligible?                                                                                                                                   

Students from any school, college, or academic discipline at Seton Hall may be considered.                                                                                                                             

Undergraduates (juniors or seniors) must:

• Have completed at least 50% of degree requirements                                         
• Rank in the top 20% of their class                                                                                   
• Hold a GPA of 3.5 or higher

Receive a faculty nomination or letter of recommendation
Graduate students must:

• Have completed at least 50% of degree requirements
•  Hold a minimum GPA of 3.5 (4.0 scale)
  Inquiry deadline: March 13, 2025.

How to join the Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society
1. Confirm eligibility (see criteria above).
2. Request a faculty nomination or letter of recommendation.
3. Contact the Alpha Mu Chapter for application instructions and timelines.
 For details, please reach out to Dr. Ines Angeli Murzaku or Gloria Aroneo.

About Delta Epsilon Sigma at Seton Hall
Founded nationally in 1939, DES has been part of Seton Hall since 1941. Revitalized by Catholic Studies in 2012 after a period of dormancy, the Alpha Mu Chapter continues to recognize and foster academic distinction, intellectual engagement and service to the common good.

About Catholic Studies
Catholic Studies at Seton Hall University offers an interdisciplinary curriculum for students of all faiths who want to explore Catholicism’s rich intellectual tradition and living heritage. Drawing on history, philosophy, theology, literature, art, sociology and more. Catholic Studies engages the Church’s dialogue with culture and the world. Students can pursue a major, minor, or certificate that complements and enhances other degree programs. For over 25 years, the program has remained true to Seton Hall’s Catholic mission and vision.

Questions?
Please contact Ines Angeli Murzaku or Gloria Aroneo for more information about DES or Catholic Studies.

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