Website: http://www.kdp.org
Meeting Times & Location: Varies, usually 2-3 times per semester
Target Membership:
- Undergraduates: Education majors whom have declared their major, have at least 50 semester hours (with 12 hours being in education), have a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or better.
- Graduates: Education majors whom have declared their major, have at least 9 semester hours, and have a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.25 or better
- Open to all students in Quincy, Springfield, or the Chicago area.
Dues:
$50.00 for new members and renewal of $39.00 per year or $72.00 for two years
Joining Requirements:
Joining Requirements: Meeting the requirements listed above and submitting the KDP application for membership
Contact Person:
Jennifer Campbell –
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or 217-228-5432 ext. 3090 or Dr. Cindy Lovell-
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or 217-228-5432 ext. 3109
Mission:
Tau Omicron is a chapter of the International Honor Society dedicated to scholarship and excellence in education. Our motto is "Knowledge-Duty-Power". So to teach, that our words
inspire a will to learn; so to serve, that each day may enhance the growth of exploring minds; so to live, that we may guide young & old to know the truth & love the right. To the fulfillment of these objectives, we pledge our efforts and our faith.
Programs & Projects:
KDP assist in acquiring quality books for the School of Education Reading Center and the Instructional Materials Center in Brenner Library. They also provide a holiday based educational learning experience for the students served in the Reading Center. KDP also hosts the end of the year celebration for those students whom have completed their programs, "Tea for Teachers."