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Delta Omega Established in Excellence Focused on the Future of Public Health The Face of Delta Omega Prestigious History • Founded in 1924 at Johns Hopkins to recognize excellence and promote graduate study in public health • Curate classic materials and texts that are generally out of print or not widely available. • National Honorary Members: – U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin (2011) – Congressman John Porter (2000) – Dr. Sara Josephine Baker (1924) Current Society • 14,000+ members at all stages in their careers from recent graduates to the acting U.S. Surgeon General • 70+ chapters stretching from Alaska to Puerto Rico – Chapter-based so Delta Omega is tailored to each school and program’s strengths and needs • Collaborative and competitive events foster networks – Day of Service – Student Poster Session at APHA – Innovative Curriculum Award Competitive Criteria • Students: Chapters may induct up to 10% of the graduating student body. All student inductees must be in the upper 25% of their class academically. • Faculty: Either five members or 3% of the full-time faculty, whichever is less. • Alumni: A maximum of 10 graduates whose work in the practice of public health would serve as a model for future graduates of the school. • Honorary: Only conferred upon persons possessing exceptional qualifications and those who have attained meritorious distinction in public health field. Why Establish a Chapter of Delta Omega? • Prestigious Platform • Faculty Recognition • Networking • Publishing Opportunities • Discounted Resources for Students & Faculty • Leadership Development • Commitment to excellence in field Innovative Public Health Curriculum Award • Created 10+ years ago to recognize innovative graduate education • Winners creatively bridge the gap between public health academia and practice • Prestigious and public platform: – APHA Poster Session – 15 minute presentation to National Council – Highlighted as approved resource on official Delta Omega website Student Poster Session • Since 1998, Delta Omega has sponsored a student poster session at the APHA Public Health Expo. – Showcases excellent scholarship and research – Students do not have to be Delta Omega members, but they must be nominated by active chapter • Students receive cash prize, present at poster session, and are honored at Delta Omega Reception Chapter Awards • Recognizes chapters for activities and community service. – Chapter of the Year Award – Active Chapter Award – Chapter Service Award – New Chapter of the Year Award • Highlights best practices and offers insights to help fellow chapters engage in activities • Winners recognized at Delta Omega Annual Meeting and present their practices to the National Council Discounted Resources • Discounted Certified in Public Health (CPH) study guide • Receive a discount on APHA annual membership dues • Subscription discount to Public Health Reports Sustaining Excellence through Delta Omega Establishing Your Chapter • No fee to establish or maintain a chapter • Applications are accepted on a rolling basis • Application must consist of: – Letter of interest by school’s dean or program chair – Two letters of support by faculty/staff to lead the chapter in its initial year – Proposed timeline for chapter's first year • Decision process typically takes 2-3 weeks. Once approved, a chapter may begin its work immediately. Maintaining a Chapter • Required activities: – Have yearly inductions of members – Submit brief chapter report after each induction – Pay national dues of $40 per inductee (covers lifetime membership) • Suggested activities: – Host annual Delta Omega lecture – Sponsor an Awards Dinner – Address new students at orientation – Sponsor best dissertation and present a plaque – Hold chapter luncheon with guest speakers – And more! Support for Your Chapter • National Office – Provide certificates – Ship merchandise – Sponsors awards and events – Address issues or concerns • Executive Committee – Provides feedback – Creates new initiatives • Fellow Chapters – Connect via Facebook, LinkedIn, Flickr, and email Delta Omega Honorary Society Contact us to establish your chapter today: Allison Foster, Executive Secretary Delta Omega National Office 1900 M Street, NW, Suite 710 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 296-1099 | Email: [email protected]