Sigma Xi

Sigma Xi, the scientific research society, is one of the oldest and largest scientific organizations in the world and is the international honor society of science and engineering. The Hamilton College chapter was installed in 1965. The mission of Sigma Xi is "to enhance the health of the research enterprise, foster integrity in science and engineering, and promote the public's understanding of science for the purpose of improving the human condition." Students who show marked aptitude for research and who are continuing in research at the graduate level can be elected to associate membership. Membership is by nomination and election by full and active members, and is based on a student's performance in a research project, presentation and publication of results of research.