The Tennessee Iota Chapter of Alpha Chi National Honor Society welcomed 14 new student members during an induction ceremony held Monday, March 16, 2026, in Chapel Hall on the campus of Freed-Hardeman University.
The following student from your coverage are is among the inductees: Cade Thompson, of Henderson, Tennessee, who is studying Communication: Speech Communication.
In addition to being new members of Alpha Chi, the new inductees also share the same grade point average - an impressive 4.0. The minimum grade point average required for membership is 3.75.
Alpha Chi, a national honor society that recognizes academic excellence across all disciplines, selects juniors and seniors from the top 10% of their class. Membership reflects not only strong academic performance but also a commitment to leadership, service and continued intellectual growth.
For many of the new members, the honor represents both recognition of past work and anticipation for future opportunities. The ideals of Alpha Chi are “truth” and “character” and the motto is “Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” John 8:32.
The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. With locations in Henderson and Memphis, FHU offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees. More information is available at fhu.edu.
