Phi Alpha Mu: Social & Behavioral Sciences Honor Society

Phi Alpha Mu was created in the spring of 1957 by the OCC Social & Behavioral Science Division faculty. It grew from a desire to recognize, honor, and encourage outstanding student achievement in OCC Social & Behavioral Science Division courses. The name was derived from Thucydides who, in reporting the Funeral Oration of Pericles, described the Athenians as searching for “wisdom without loss of strength.” The name, accordingly, is intended to signify organic fusion of PHIlosophy, Anthropology, and other matters pertaining to the MUses. Thus, through these studies a student can achieve “wisdom without loss of strength.”

The award was established to honor the most outstanding second-year Social & Behavioral Science Division student. Selection is made by members of the department.