Sigma Lambda Chi (ΣΛΧ) is an international scholastic honor society that recognizes academic achievement among students in the field of construction management.[1] It was established in 1949 at Michigan State University. It is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies
Sigma Lambda Chi | |
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ΣΛΧ | |
Founded | April 30, 1949 Michigan State University |
Type | Honor society |
Affiliation | ACHS |
Emphasis | Construction Management |
Scope | International |
Colors | Green and Gold |
Publication | Sigma Lambda Chi Newsletter |
Chapters | 91 (73 active) |
Members | 25,000+ lifetime |
Headquarters | P.O. Box 6383 Lafayette, Indiana 47903-6383 United States |
Website | Official website |
Sigma Lambda Chi International Construction Honor Society was founded at Michigan State University on April 30, 1949.[2]
Sigma Lambda Chi honor society has chartered 93 chapters,[3] and a total membership of approximately 25,000. It was admitted to the Association of College Honor Societies in 1991.[4]
The colors of Sigma Lambda Chi are green and gold. Its publication is the Sigma Lambda Chi Newsletter.[1]
The key of Sigma Lambda Chi bears its crest. In the top portion of the crest features trees which represent the natural resources used in construction.[5] In the lower left corner of the creat are plans that symbolized the research and planning that is required in construction managements.[5] There is a building in the lower right corner of the crest, representing the engineered facility and homes produced by construction.[5]
Chapters organize service activities for their communities and campuses.[1] Chapters also sponsor scholarships for their campus and present awards to recognize students, faculty, and professionals in the construction industry.[1] The society has an annual convention that is held in conjunction with the national conference of the Associated Schools of Construction.
Following is a list of Sigma Lambda Chi chapters.[3][6] Active chapters are indicated in bold. Inactive chapters are in italics.