Founded in 2018, Tri-Alpha recognizes the academic achievements of students who are the first in their families to attend college, while fostering leadership, community, and support for first-gen success.
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Eligibility
Undergraduate Students
- First-generation college student
- Completed at least 30 credit hours at JMU
- Minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Graduate Students
- First-generation status
- Completed at least one term of study
- Minimum 3.5 GPA
Faculty, Staff, and Alumni
- First-generation status
- Support the mission of Tri-Alpha and first-gen students
Benefits of Membership
- National recognition through an academic honor society
- Leadership and networking opportunities
- Access to Tri-Alpha scholarships and professional development
- Involvement in service projects and first-gen programming
- Graduation regalia (honor cords, stole, pin) to wear at commencement
Chapter Activities
Our JMU Tri-Alpha chapter hosts events and initiatives such as:
- First-generation celebrations and socials
- Mentorship programs
- Academic and professional skills workshops
- Community service projects
- Awareness and advocacy events
Contact
Tri-Alpha Student Leaders
Taylor Daniels — danie3tm@dukes.jmu.edu
Maria Pinto — pintoml@dukes.jmu.edu
Natalie Holtery — holternr@dukes.jmu.edu
Lizah Pickens — pickenax@dukes.jmu.edu
Briana Benitez-Mejia — benitebn@dukes.jmu.edu
First-Generation Student Success
Reddix Center Hours:
Sun: 12pm-8pm
Mon-Thurs: 8am-9pm
Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat: Closed
Summer Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm
Fri: 8am-12pm
