This process in Eastern Nazarene College’s case is guided by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education. ENC established formal teach-out partnerships with five schools along with a secondary list of approximately 30 more schools that were offering help…
Phi Delta Lambda is the international honor society of the colleges of the Church of the Nazarene. Founded in 1941, the society was formed from honor societies in existence at various Nazarene colleges. The first chapter, Alpha Chapter, was established at Pasadena Nazarene College (Point Loma Nazarene University). The Beta Chapter at Eastern Nazarene College was the second chapter to be organized.
Membership in Phi Delta Lambda is comprised of the top fifteen percent of the graduating class earning baccalaureate degrees from the traditional undergraduate program. It also includes the top fifteen percent of the graduating class earning baccalaureate degrees from the Adult and Graduate Studies program. Graduates must have earned a minimum 3.5 cumulative grade point average in order to be admitted into membership.
Phi Delta Lambda has a two-fold purpose: (1) the promotion of scholarship and friendly relations among the students and graduates of the colleges of the Church of the Nazarene, and (2) the stimulation and maintenance of high ideals of learning, character, and Christian service. The ideals of Phi Delta Lambda are represented in the organization’s name.
Stands for PHILOSOPHIA, or the Love of Wisdom. This indicates that members will be faithful to the ideals of truth, be governed by truth in all of life’s choices, and accept truth whenever found.
Represents DIKAIOSUNE, or Righteousness. This shows that members will devote their best efforts to the building of high and noble character. All actions must spring from a pure heart and all efforts harmonize in the seeking of righteousness.
Means LATREIA, or Service. Service is the cornerstone of all true education. Members of Phi Delta Lambda must encourage the individual and community. Forsaking all selfish motives, they must devote their lives to the advancement of others.
The Beta chapter sponsors annual activities and events to support scholarship, spiritual discipline, and service. Throughout the academic year, the Beta chapter co-hosts campus events in collaboration with the ENC Honors Scholar Society to highlight scholarship and encourage connections between alumni and current honors students. Beta Chapter also conducts an induction ceremony for new members on graduation day in May. Investment in scholarships for select students occurs annually.
Dining Commons, Mann Student Center, Time: 10:00 am
Following an induction of new members from traditional and adult studies programs, a business meeting occurs for all Beta Chapter members. A buffet is served. New inductees attend free of charge. Pre-registration is appreciated.
Members are encouraged to submit annual dues and to invest in chapter activities:
Payment may be made online by indicating “Phi Delta Lambda” in the space marked “Other”, or mailed to Eastern Nazarene College Phi Delta Lambda, Office of Alumni Relations, 23 East Elm Avenue, Quincy, MA 02170.
Joshua Martin is a Communication Arts major with a minor in History. Although not exactly what he had planned on studying before starting college, he has found a passion for understanding how people convey meaning to one another. Josh spends much of his time on campus working with both his own writing and the writing of others. He currently serves as one of two students in charge of Student Publications, being designated as the Editor-In-Chief of the Veritas Media Association. He also works as a Teaching Assistant for CP-245 Literature and Culture. In his free time, he is a member of the Writing Club, a small group of students, faculty, and alumni who are passionate about writing and the arts, and he has organized and led film-watch party events for the student body on campus in conjunction with this club.
Josh is pursuing a career in the film industry. His goal is to work writing scripts and directing feature-length productions. He has worked on a few small sets in the New England area, serving as a general production assistant for a handful of independent companies. Josh also hopes to put some of his creative energy toward review writing, working freelance to write about film and music releases. He is passionate about the arts and strives to surround himself with creativity in both his personal and professional life. He feels lucky to have found his way to ENC and cites his time there as the most transformative experience of his life academically, emotionally, and spiritually. He is currently deciding what comes next in his journey, whether it be continuing with higher education, beginning his film work in earnest, or spending some time back home in Maine. He is excited for what the future has in store for him.
President • Elizabeth Blancette, Class of 2015, phideltalambda@enc.edu
Secretary • Amy Hwang, Class of 1997
Treasurer • Dara DesRoches, Class of 2004
