Sigma Delta Pi

Sigma Delta Pi, also known as the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (La Sociedad Nacional Honoraria Hispánica), is a non-profit organization that was established on November 14th, 1919, at the University of California Berkeley. It has been recognized as the only honor society devoted exclusively to students of Spanish in four-year colleges and universities. As such, Sigma Delta Pi offers a distinguished opportunity for its members.

According to the national organization's website, its mission is divided into four main parts:

1. To honor those who excel in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of the Spanish-speaking world;
2. To foster an understanding, appreciation and respect for the peoples, cultures and societies of the Spanish-speaking world;
3. To honor those who have promoted and reinforced a better understanding of the contributions of the Spanish-speaking world;
4. To serve its membership in support of the Society’s goals and ideals.

About the Iota Tau Chapter

Rowan University houses the Iota Tau chapter of Sigma Delta Pi. It is moderated by an executive group of students (the e-board) with Professor Santos-Quiñones as the faculty advisor.

The following requirements must be met in order to apply:

1. Completion of at least 18 credits in Spanish or the equivalent (6 Spanish courses)
2. Must have completed (or currently enrolled in) at least ONE of the following: Appreciation of Hispanic Literature, Spanish American Civilization and Culture, OR Spanish Civilization and Culture
3. Grade point average of at least 3.0 in all college-level Spanish courses taken
4. A minimum 3.2 cumulative grade point average overall

Applications are Now Open!

Please fill out and submit the Google form here by March 31, 2025 to apply! For more information regarding member eligibility, requirements or any other concerns, please contact the faculty advisor at santos-quinones@rowan.edu.