Honors Affinity Alliance

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Who are we?

Welcome to the Honors Affinity Alliance, previously the Professional Society for Minorities in Honors! We’re excited to invite students from all ethnic, racial, sexual/gender, and disability backgrounds to join our vibrant community. Our mission is to create a supportive space to explore and discuss diversity, identity, equity, and inclusion topics that shape your college experience and future careers.

We are all about bringing people together to host engaging and enriching events. Whether you’re looking to connect with others, enhance your academic journey, or grow personally and professionally, we’re here to support you. Come be a part of a community where every voice is valued and every identity is celebrated!

National Society for Minorities in Honors (NSFMIH) was founded in 2015 to bring together and advance discussions and action in relation to diversity, equity and inclusion in honors education.

 

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Who should join?

We welcome minorities from ALL ethnic, racial, sexual/gender, and disability groups to become members. We also welcome ALL allies to join us! Our main goal is to create unity in diversity and educate students on events that are occurring in our everyday lives! 

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Honors Affinity Alliance Officers 2024-2025

President: Jaymee Penn

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Vice President: Joshua Eapen

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Treasurer/Financial Officer: Sam Fisher

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Membership Officer: Bree Mathis

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Membership Officer: Melanie Hernandez

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Membership Officer: Chloe Rymal

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Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Melba Vèlez-Ortiz

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Faculty/Staff Advisor: Professor Chad

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Faculty/Staff Advisor: Doris Penn

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Past Events

PSMH Kickoff

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Ghost Story Telling

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Students smiling and connecting at the event
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Karaoke Mixer

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Professional Society for Minorities in Honors Officers 2022-2023

Past President: Elora Ferrie

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Past Vice President/ Risk Manager: Abigail Palmiter

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Advisors: Dr. Melba Velez Ortiz and Professor Chad

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Contact Us

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]



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