FHU’s Alpha Chi Honor Society Inducts 19 Student Scholars

Henderson, Tennessee – (Dec. 8, 2025) – The Tennessee Iota Chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society welcomed a group of 19 new student members into its ranks during an induction ceremony Tuesday, Dec. 2, in the lobby of Brown-Kopel Business Center on the campus of Freed-Hardeman University.

New members include: Elizabeth Beasley, Grace Colvett, Savana Cook, Emma Fry, Ella Gehlert, Tara Griffith, Sophie Hendley, Nathan King, Abigail Leininger, J.T. Moore, Emilee Moorehead, Lauren Ritter, Emily Seibel, Jeanne Seibel, Lily Simpson, Alaina Stiles, Nathan Thomas, Hannah Westergard and Ella Wright.

Alpha Chi is a national academic honor society and a member of the prestigious Association of College Honor Societies. Since 1922, Alpha Chi’s purpose has been to promote academic excellence and exemplary character among college students. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who have a minimum GPA of 3.75, on at least 80 credit hours, and who are in the top 10% of their class. This semester, the minimum GPA of all new members is 3.9.

Junior Ella Gehlert, an English and secondary education major from Belle, Missouri, shared that she was eager to become involved in an organization that is both challenging and service-driven. “One of my main priorities when choosing a college was finding a place where I could thrive academically, and Freed-Hardeman has turned out to be one of those places,” she said. “I’ve been very pushed by my professors, and I’m honored to be in a society that has nurtured so many academics before me.”

J.T. Moore, a senior computer science major from Westport, Tennessee, said that he felt honored by the ceremony’s recognition. “I know that a lot of students on this campus put a lot of effort into this group — not just into its scholarship but also into connecting with other people. I’m very grateful to now be a part of it.”

At the conclusion of the ceremony, FHU’s Alpha Chi chapter sponsor, Dr. John McLaughlin, previewed various ways for new members to become involved, including participating in yearly service projects, attending a national convention, presenting original research or applying for academic scholarships.

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. Located in Henderson, Tennessee, FHU offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.