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Founded
by Nels Andrew Cleven in 1921 at the University of Arkansas,
the National Honor Society in History, Phi Alpha Theta (PAT),
is a society whose mission is to promote the study of history
through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication
and the exchange of learning.
Since its inauguration, PAT has grown to more than seven hundred
chapters in fifty states. It has the distinction of having more
chapters than any other accredited honor society, holding one
of the earliest memberships in the Association of College Honor
Societies. The total number of initiates since its inception
is more than 240,000.
PAT is comprised of chapters from properly accredited colleges
and universities. All students in these institutions who have
completed the required number of history courses and are maintaining
high standards in all their college or university studies are
eligible for membership.
The Beta Lambda Chapter at San Jose State University holds to
these convictions. It is our goal to help history majors prosper
by offering support in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. If
you have question or would like to join PAT, please contact
the History Department office at (408) 924-5500 or Dr. Stanley
Underdal at (408) 924-5524. |
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