RIVERDALE, N.Y. – Manhattan College has been accepted into the National College Athlete Honor Society as the New York Alpha Chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma (XAΣ), which recognizes student-athletes from accredited four-year NCAA, NAIA, USCAA or NCCAA institutions who excel in both the classroom and competition.
Chi Alpha Sigma was founded in 1996 by then DePauw University head football coach Nick Mourouzis. His goal was to provide outstanding student-athletes with an opportunity to become connected within a fraternal association that aligns their educational and athletic successes for a lifetime.
"I am excited that Manhattan College Athletics will be recognizing the athletes not only for the hard work put into their sports, but also in the classrooms," Said SAAC Vice President Teddy Segmuller.
"It's very exciting to be bringing this honor society to Manhattan Athletics," Added SAAC President Kaya Simpson. "This is just another way to can showcase the hard work and effort that Manhattan student-athletes are putting in outside of their sport. We're trying to provide new opportunities for athletes and this will be a great addition to many individuals resumes and portfolios."
In order to be inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma, a student-athlete must attend a four-year accredited college or university that is a member of the NCAA, NAIA, USCAA or NCCAA. The honoree also must achieve at least junior academic standing by the fifth semester or seventh quarter, as determined by the certifying institution, and must have achieved a minimum cumulative grade-point average of a 3.4 (on a 4.0 scale).
Matthew Raidbard will serve as advisor for Manhattan's chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma. Manhattan College will hold its first induction ceremony during the spring 2023 semester.
Visit ChiAlphaSigma.org for more information.
