Eta Sigma Phi Honor Society

Eta Sigma Phi is the national honorary collegiate society for students of Latin and/or Greek. Members are elected by local chapters which have been chartered by the society. Lifetime membership in three categories: regular, associate, and honorary.

Eta Sigma Phi had its beginning in 1914 when a group of students in the Department of Greek at the University of Chicago organized an undergraduate classical club to which honor students in Greek and Latin were elected to membership. This organization later united with a similar organization at Northwestern University and became Eta Sigma Phi. In 1924 the society became national, and chapters were organized at leading colleges and universities. The society was incorporated in 1927 under the laws of the State of Illinois.

Scholarships to the ASCSA, AAR, and Vergilian Society are awarded annually. Support for teacher training and archaeological fieldwork is also offered.

An annual convention hosted by a local chapter is held every spring. Events include student papers, translation contests, Greek and Latin Declamation contests, as well as honoring a chapter's outreach in their school/community and a lifetime achievement award.

Nuntius, the biannual newsletter, is sent to active chapters and is available on our website. 

Regalia (honor cords and stoles) as well as jewelry and medals are available for purchase. 

The society has tax-exempt status (5019c3) and welcomes donations and bequests.