Who we are:
The Gamma Beta Phi Society is an honor and service
organization for the students in colleges and universities in the United
States. It is non-secret, non-profit and co-educational; and membership
therein does not exclude a student from membership in any other organization.
Gamma is the initial letter of Greek word meaning education;
Beta is the initial letter of the Greek word meaning life;
Phi is the initial letter of the word for friendship.
Thus the three letters designating the name of the organization signify
that education and friendship constitute the basis of a full and happy
life.
The motto of Gamma Beta Phi is "Progress per Eruditionem"; its watchwords
are "Scholarship," "Service," and "Character," and its colors are "Gold"
and "Ebony." The various features of the coat of arms of The Gamma Beta
Phi Society have distinct meaning within the scope of heraldry.
GBP Objectives:
| To recognize & encourage excellence in education |
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| To promote the development of leadership ability and character in its members |
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| To
foster, disseminate, & improve education through appropriate
service projects |
Coat
of Arms:
The helmet
is symbolic of the armored strength of the knight, and the scroll at
the top of the coat of arms represents his tattered tunic which has
been torn in his fight for truth and justice.
The three stars at
the top of the shield stand for moral and spiritual values in life for
which all members of Gamma Beta Phi strive.
The three letters
(Gamma, Beta, Phi) on the ribbon across the center of the shield represent
the ideals of the organization. (Education, Life, & Friendship)
The eagle with the outstretched wings at the base
of the shield stands for loyalty to country: the olive branch in the
right claw being emblematic of our national dedication to the cause
of peace, while the arrows in he left claw indicate our readiness to
fight for justice and freedom.
The ebony of the ribbon
across the center of the shield signifies the dignity and strength of
the fellowship of the organization.
The gold surface of
the shield stands for the golden bond of friendship which binds together
the members of the Society.
The words "SCHOLARSHIP,"
"SERVICE," and "CHARACTER," inscribed on the ribbon around the base
of the shield, are the watchwords of the organization and represent
the ideals and purposes of The Gamma Beta Phi Society.
Code of Ethics:
Members of The Gamma Beta Phi Society subscribe to, and seek to live by the principles of:
HONESTY- knowing
that honesty is a necessary attribute of good character & effective
leadership.
SERVICE-
being aware of the fact that true happiness comes only through helpful
service to others
INDUSTRIOUSNESS- knowing that real progress can
be achieved only if the mind is alert to comprehend and the hands ready
to perform individual & community tasks
HUMILITY- being convinced that true humbleness of
spirit is the only proper attitude to maintain in their relationships
with their associates
JUSTICE- believing that it is only right
& proper to be just & fair in their dealings with their fellow
man; to condemn no one without giving him a chance to defend himself;
to consider all factors before forming an opinion of another's motives,
or before passing judgment on his actions
COOPERATION-realizing that they must work closely
& harmoniously with others in this day of highly organized social
& economic endeavor
RESPONSIBILITY-assuming always full responsibility
for their actions and accepting opportunities to fulfill their social,
economic, and moral obligations
CHARITABLENESS-being over-tolerant, generous and
considerate in their relationships with others; and courteous, gentle,
& kind in their attitudes & actions toward their fellow men
Member Pledge:
I solemnly declare
that I shall always strive
to hold fast to the principles of honesty,
to maintain a standard of academic excellence,
to serve my fellow man,
and to develop good character & leadership ability.
I further pledge myself
to cooperate with other members
of THE GAMMA BETA PHI SOCIETY
in the active promotion of these ideals
in our school, community, state, and nation.
Member Benefits:
Recognition and publicity are primary benefits of membership in any honor society. Gamma Beta Phi is not just an honor society, and hence members enjoy, as well, the satisfaction of active participation in meaningful service projects and camaraderie with other honor students. Tangible benefits of membership include a first-class certificate of membership, two decals, and a copy of the Constitution. Upon notification from the chapter, graduates in good standing in the chapter receive a small, beautiful seal to affix to their diploma. Copies of the GAMBET are sent to the chapters for distribution to members at meetings.
