About Sigma Delta Pi
Sigma Delta Pi is the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (La Sociedad Nacional Honoraria Hispánica). We recognize excellence in the study of Spanish language, civilization, and literature.

History

Interested in joining?
Sigma Delta Pi was first established in 1919 at the University of California Berkeley. In 1977, the Lambda Psi chapter was established at Virginia Tech. Our motto is "Spanías Didagéi Proágomen" meaning "Let's go forth/continue forth under the teaching/ guidance of the Spanish language."
Students are eligible once they have attained sophomore standing. Requirements include:
  • ​A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale in all Spanish courses taken
  • An overall minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00
  • In or have taken Intro to Hispanic Literature (3304) or equivalent.
  • Graduate students are eligible for membership
If you meet these requirements, email Dr. Sierra, our faculty advisor at ssierra2@vt.edu with a copy of your unofficial transcript.