Welcome to the Eta Nu chapter of Gamma Theta Upsilon - The National Honor Society for Geography

What is GTU?
Gamma Theta Upsilon (GTU) is an international honor society dedicated to activities that support geography knowledge and awareness. Gamma Theta Upsilon was founded in 1928 and became a national organization in 1931. Our Eta Nu chapter at BSC was founded in 1988. Members of GTU meet specific academic requirements and share a background and interest in geography. You can also find out more by visiting GTU international.

Benefits of GTU Membership

• Most chapters sponsor extra-curricular activities: speakers, films, campus-wide programs, field trips, social events, and participate in service functions.
• Membership provides networking where you can become better acquainted with other geography students and alumni, and can meet and talk with geography faculty informally.
• Members can improve their expertise in the field of geography by learning things not normally experienced in the classroom.
• Members are eligible to apply for Gamma Theta Upsilon scholarships.
• Membership in an academic honor society is evidence of your dedication and competency in your career field. Some employers give hiring preference to honor society members.

Requirements for Membership

• You must have completed at least 3 semesters of college course work.
• You must have taken a minimum of 3 Geography courses.
• You must have a “B” (3.0) average in Geography (major or minor).

If you are not sure of your record on any of these, check on InfoBear or with your Advisor.

For more information about joining GTU, please contact Dr. Hayes-Bohanan.

What will GTU be like here at BSC?
That's up to you! You’ll want to at least have an initiation banquet before the end of the semester so seniors can wear honor cords at graduation. Think of what else you’d like to do & start organizing!

Last Modified: November 9, 2009