Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society
Alpha Sigma Lambda is a national honor society that recognizes academically outstanding adult students in higher education and is recognized as the official honor society for adult learners. Athens State University was accepted as a new member of the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society (ASLS) as its Upsilon Kappa chapter on August 25, 2023.
The Greek organization’s aim is dedicated to recognizing the high scholastic achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while balancing competing interests at home, work, and in the community. To be eligible for Alpha Sigma Lambda, students must have completed 24 hours at Athens State University, be in the top 20% of their class, and have at least a 3.2 grade point average. Eligible students are sent an invitation to join in the fall and spring semesters.
Visit https://alsiglam.org/ for more information about the national organization.
My name is Ashley Shipman. I plan to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education this December from Athens State University, eighteen years after graduating from high school. I am married to a career firefighter, and we have two sons. Maintaining good grades while working full time and being a wife and mother has not always been easy. Sometimes it means working on assignments once my kids fall asleep. Other times my weekends are spent keeping up with course work. Athens State has given me the flexibility to continue being a wife, mom, and educator while I further my education simultaneously. For that I will always be thankful!
Pursuing a degree later in life has had challenges but will definitely pay off. I have worked at an elementary school as a substitute teacher and a teacher’s aide over the past four years. I love the world of elementary education so much that I decided to pursue a K-6 teaching degree. Being a part of a child’s everyday life is such an honor. I do my very best to encourage and strengthen students to their full potential.
The Alpha Sigma Lambda Scholarship is going to help me complete my last semester of college while I fulfill an unpaid internship. It is such an honor to be chosen for this prestigious scholarship. Hard work pays off, and it is so rewarding!
My name is Yuri Hernandez, and I am an aspiring elementary educator dedicated to creating inclusive, engaging, and equitable learning environments for all students. I am currently pursuing my degree in Elementary Education and have gained valuable experience through classroom observations, field placements, and coursework focused on literacy, social studies, and student-centered instruction. My passion for teaching stems from a desire to make a positive impact on students during their foundational years of learning. As a nontraditional student balancing academic responsibilities and personal commitments, I have demonstrated perseverance, dedication, and a strong commitment to achieving my educational goals. I am married to my husband Ricardo and we have 2 daughters. In my free time, you can find me having a pool day with my family or cooking a delicious meal.
Nov 2, 2025, new members, 37 members inducted, Alpha Sigma Lambda
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