What Organizations Should You Join?

Ask yourself these questions to help clarify your interests.

  • What is the purpose of this particular honorary? Am I looking for an opportunity for involvement and/or recognition for scholastic achievement?

  • Is the organization active? Are there opportunities for leadership and service in the organization? (contact the organization’s student leaders or talk to current members)

  • What do current members say about the organization?

  • Does the honorary offer scholarships?

  • Is the honorary well-established (i.e. easily recognizable to prospective employers)?

  • Does the honorary have a strong national/parent organization?

  • If the honorary is recognized in a specific academic field, does the honorary provide name recognition and/or networking opportunities in the field?

  • If I put the honorary on my resume, and a prospective employer asks me about it, how will I respond?

  • If an honorary is an active organization, do I have time to participate?

  • Do I have room for multiple honoraries on my resume? Which honorary(ies) best fits my interests and goals?