WORCESTER, MA — The Assumption Department of English has announced that Taylor Santry, of Wilmington, has become a member of Sigma Tau Delta, the International Honor Society for those who study English. Santry, Class of 2020, was inducted into the honor society during a ceremony on April 2.
“The faculty of the English Department at Assumption are very proud of our new class of inductees to Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor Society,” said Becky DiBiasio, associate professor of English and one of the honor society’s advisors. “These are exceptional students and this event allows us to celebrate their hard work in literature, broadcasting, journalism, and creative writing. The induction ceremony also gives us a chance to meet their families and share their successes.”
The ceremony’s keynote speaker, Kellie Duquette ’18, was the recipient of one of two 2018 National Sigma Tau Delta First Year Teacher Grants, and according to Prof. DiBiasio, “is representative of the high caliber of Assumption students.”
To qualify as a member of Sigma Tau Delta, students must have a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average in English and in general scholarship, and rank in the top 35 percent of his/her class. Candidates must also have completed at least three semesters of college course work and have completed a minimum of two college courses in English language or literature beyond the usual requirements in freshman English.
About Assumption College
Founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption in Worcester, Mass., Assumption College is a Catholic liberal arts institution that offers undergraduate students 35 majors and 47 minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, and professional studies; as well as master’s and continuing education degrees and professional certificate programs-each through an educational experience that is grounded in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition. The curriculum enables students to gain a depth and breadth of knowledge that leads to professional success and personal fulfillment. Students-whether on the Worcester campus or at the College’s Rome, Italy, campus-become engaged participants in Assumption’s classic liberal arts education, exploring new ideas and making connections across disciplines. To prepare for the workforce, students learn cutting-edge theory and best practices, conduct innovative research, and develop excellent communication and critical-analysis skills. Assumption graduates are also known for their thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service to their community. For more information about Assumption College, please visit http://www.assumption.edu.
(NOTE: The above announcement is from Assumption College via Merit.)
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