In 2017, the School of Health Sciences' Medical Imaging Program established the Pennsylvania Sigma Chapter of the Lambda Nu National Honors Society for Radiologic and Imaging Sciences. Exceptional students, faculty, and alumni of the Medical Imaging Program and Diagnostic Medical Sonography are recognized for their honor, integrity, and academic achievement when they qualify to Lambda Nu. The purpose of our chapter is to:
- Recognize exemplary scholarship
- Foster excellence in teaching and scholarly inquiry in the radiologic and imaging sciences
- Foster lifelong learning professionals for meaningful lives and productive careers
- Foster highly skilled, knowledgeable, and caring individuals that can provide quality patient care in the medical community
Benefits of Membership
- Strengthen professional portfolio or resume
- Invitations to chapter events
- Networking opportunities with alumni including those who may not work at your place of employment
- One-time fee – no yearly membership dues
- Leadership opportunities – anyone can be nominated for officer or committee positions
- National chapter events and trips
- Scholarships for student members – twice per year in spring and fall
- Participation in an induction ceremony – current students receive honor cords to wear at graduation, a certificate, and a pin. Alumni receive a certificate and a pin.
Current Student Eligibility and Application
Current Alumni Eligibility and Application
About Lambda Nu
- Lambda Nu’s name is derived from the lower case Greek characters in the formula λv, which represents the physics of the inverse relationship between wavelength (λ) and frequency (v), an essential parameter across the diversity of modalities comprising the professions.
- In a similar manner, Lambda Nu uses the upper case Greek characters Λ (Lambda) and Ν (Nu) to represent the inverse relationship and the delicate balance required between the art and the science inherent in the radiologic and imaging sciences professions of radiography, radiation therapy, and diagnostic medical sonography.
- Lambda Nu’s colors are maroon for the radiologic sciences, forest green for the health professions, and gold, the ancient color of honor.
- Lambda Nu National Honor Society was formed in 2001 at Arkansas State University and is the location of the Home Chapter. It was the first National Honor Society specific to the Medical Imaging Sciences.
- There are currently 184 Lambda Nu chapters in 43 states, and 14 of these are in Pennsylvania.
- More information can be found at www.lambdanu.org.
Pennsylvania Sigma By-Laws
