Mortar Board Application Process

1. Mortar Board membership applications for the 2008-2009 academic year will be mailed to eligible students at the end of January 2008

2. Applications are due February 18, 2008 by 4:30pm

Submit completed applications to the following address:

Dr. Jane K. Smith, Academic Services
AD 220, SDSU
San Diego, CA 92182-4114

Refer to the Mortar Board application for more details and instructions. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns reguarding the application process.

Download Application and Informational Pamphlet Below

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+ Mortar Board Membership Application (125 KB PDF) + Mortar Board Faculty Recommendation Form (125 KB PDF) + Mortar Board Informational Pamphlet (211 KB PDF)	Membership Application Faculty Recommendation Form Informational Pamphlet
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+ Mortar Board Membership Application + Mortar Board Faculty Recommendation Form	Membership Application Faculty Recommendation Form

If you are having problems downloading either the application or informational pamphlet, please contact us.

Advantages of Membership

Membership in Mortar Board is not only an honor, but an opportunity to become associated with a national organization which will bring you lifelong enjoyment and recognition. Additionally, membership provides:

Opportunities to meet and work with accomplished students from a multitude of disciplines and age groups.
Opportunities for career placement and advancement throuh contacts with Mortar Board alumni.
Opportunities to be considered for a local Mortar Board scholarship which is awarded annually to an outstandig member(s) of the Cap and Gown Chapter.
Opportunities to apply for National Mortar Board Fellowships.

Membership in Mortar Board will offer you a fulfilling year of service to your university and the community.

Member Eligibility

The criteria for admission to Mortar Board at SDSU are:

Full time student at SDSU with senior standing for the fall semester and an SDSU GPA and an overall grade point average of 3.2 or better. (No exceptions)
Participation and excellence in the following three areas: scholarship, leadership, and service (Only those students who have excelled in all three areas will be considered).
Obligations of Membership.

Membership in Mortar Board means active involvement and a commitment to serve the university and the community.

Membership obligations include:

One time national fee of $60.
Local dues are $10.
Monthly meetings.
Serving on a committee.
Participating in membership selection, tapping, and initiation.