Pi Alpha Alpha (ΠΑΑ or PAA) is the national honor society for students of public administration. It is administered by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration in the United States.
| Pi Alpha Alpha | |
|---|---|
| ΠΑΑ | |
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| Founded | 1974 Washington, D.C., under NASPAA |
| Type | Honor Society |
| Affiliation | NASPAA |
| Former affiliation | ACHS |
| Status | Active |
| Emphasis | Public Administration |
| Scope | International |
| Colors | Light Blue and Gold |
| Chapters | 167 |
| Members | 30,000 lifetime |
| Headquarters | 1029 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 1100 Washington, D.C. 20005 United States |
| Website | pialphaalpha |
The organization was formed to promote excellence in the study and practice of public administration and public affairs. There are 167 Pi Alpha Alpha chapters,[1] with more than 30,000 members.
History
editPi Alpha Alpha was established in 1974 by NASPAA under the leadership of the first PAA president Don L. Bowen. This honor society began with the goal to encourage excellence and recognize students who have gone above and beyond in the study of public policy and administration.[2]
There are 167 Pi Alpha Alpha chapters,[1] with more than 30,000 members. It is administered by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) in the United States. It is a former member of the Association of College Honor Societies.
Symbols
editPi Alpha Alpha's colors are light blue and gold.
Membership
editThere are three different membership types: student, faculty/staff, and honorary. Students are required to have 50% of NASPAA degree program coursework completed and a GPA of 3.7.[3] Membership is for life.
Activities
editPi Alpha Alpha is a sponsor of the annual NASPAA Student Simulation Competition.[4]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Chapter finder". Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ "About Pi Alpha Alpha ® | Global Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration | NASPAA".
- ^ "Pi Alpha Alpha Membership Criteria | Academic Achievement, Outstanding Public Service of Students, Alumni, & Faculty".
- ^ See NASPAA website, accessed 17 Jul 2022.