Mortar Board membership applications for the 2010-2011 academic year will be made available to eligible students by the end of January 2010. Applications are due February, 2010. Newly selected members will be "tapped" for membership in class hours during one week in April, 2010.

Submit completed applications to the following address:

Dr. Jane K. Smith, Academic Services
AD220, 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 regarding the application process.

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Mortar Board Application Form

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Mortar Board Application Form

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

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 through contacts with Mortar Board alumni.
• Opportunities to be considered for a local Mortar Board scholarship which is awarded annually to an outstanding member 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.

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 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).

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 set by the chapter, $10.
• Monthly meetings.
• Serving on a committee.
• Participating in membership selection, tapping, and initiation, and special events.