Minimum Standard: Top 35% of students in Family and Consumer Sciences and its related areas.
Provides pin, certificate, and academic recognition.
Phi U is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies.
Phi U has Publications
THE CANDLE, a professional publication published twice a year, provides professional and inspirational material – as well as an opportunity to publish your own writing.
Local Newsletters enhance local networking.
Phi U Supplies Opportunities for Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards
Undergraduate scholarships and awards and graduate fellowships available at the national-level.
Many scholarships and fellowships available at the chapter level.
Alumni research grants and awards available.
Phi U Builds Social and Leadership Skills
Identifies individuals with proven or potential professional and community service.
Gives opportunities to build professional leadership.
Supplies a structure for building competence in management and leadership.
Opportunities include chapter officer positions, chairs of committees, and district and national events.
Provides opportunities to use professional abilities in service to others.
Biennial Conclave provides for personal and professional growth.
Is a source of lifetime friendship.
Phi U Supports Your Career
Provides networking with established professionals.
Mentoring by alumni.
Numerous alumni chapters throughout the nation offer personal and professional friendships.
Entrance at GS-7 level in numerous professional and technical occupations in the federal service.