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Communication and Film

Lambda Pi Eta

Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) is the official honor society of the National Communication Association (NCA), recognizing outstanding academic achievement in Communication Studies at four-year colleges and universities. As a member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS), Lambda Pi Eta celebrates excellence in scholarship while encouraging leadership, service, and professional growth within the communication discipline.

Named after Aristotle's three modes of persuasion—logos (logic), pathos (emotion), and ethos (character and ethics)—Lambda Pi Eta reflects the values of thoughtful, ethical, and effective communication. The University of Memphis' Epsilon Beta Chapter was chartered in December 2013 and inducted its first members in April 2014.

Why Join Lambda Pi Eta?

Membership in Lambda Pi Eta provides opportunities to recognize your academic accomplishments while connecting with fellow Communication students, faculty, and professionals.

Members enjoy benefits including:

  • Access to national resources and professional development opportunities through the National Communication Association
  • Invitations to networking events with students, alumni, faculty, and community members
  • Opportunities to collaborate on faculty research and present at regional and national conferences
  • Recognition during the department's annual induction ceremony
  • Community service and volunteer opportunities

Membership Eligibility

To be eligible for membership, undergraduate students must:

  • Complete at least 60 semester credit hours
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Complete at least 12 semester credit hours in Communication Studies
  • Maintain a minimum Communication Studies GPA of 3.25
  • Be enrolled as a student in good standing with the University
  • Rank within the top 35% of their class in overall scholarship

Eligibility & Invitations

Each year, the Department of Communication and Film reviews student records to identify those who meet the eligibility requirements for Lambda Pi Eta. Eligible students will be contacted with information about membership and the induction process.

If you believe you meet the eligibility requirements but have not received an invitation, please contact the department at commdept@memphis.edu, and we will be happy to review your eligibility.