Testimonials

“My experience with the Dickinson ALD Chapter has always been more than just the honors and the graduation cord. Being inducted into ALD renewed a sense of pride in myself that I did not know was lost when I first entered college.”
- Han Hong Cao, Dickinson College

“As a freshman, I was skeptical about honor societies as I had been a member of multiple high school honor societies that never benefited me on a personal or career level. However, when I was presented with the opportunity to join ALD, I found myself enthusiastic at the thought of joining because of the chapter’s core values and limitless opportunities in leadership, mentorship, service, and networking.”
- Youssef Souryal, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

“Alpha Lambda Delta has transformed me into a leader, a selfless individual, and a great communicator throughout my college experience. Being a sophomore and going into a leadership role was quite an adjustment; there were multiple instances I felt lost. However, with time and a wonderful group of officers I discovered my full leadership potential.”
- Katherine Zerit, University of Memphis

“My first semester of college was terrifying. Moving all the way across the state to live with a bunch of people I did not know brewed a recipe for disaster. I knew that I had to get involved with a group or club, but I just could not find the right fit until I received my invitation letter from Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD). Walking into the induction ceremony I knew that this organization was something special.”
- Michael Sekich, Western Michigan University

“Since I would not be living on campus, I worried about not making friends and not being a part of several activities. I not only met new people, but made some of the most amazing friends who have made me feel loved and like an important aspect of something. I have gotten the college experience that I craved in an unexpected, but even better way through ALD.”
- Judy Nanaw, George Mason University

“Overall, ALD has made me a better student, friend, listener, doer, and leader. I have found purpose and fulfillment by applying my curiosity, interpersonal skills, and intellectual vitality to the betterment of others. This community of scholars has revealed that I am an influential leader on campus – adding value by empowering others to be forces for good in the world both now and into the future.”
- Madison Boezinger, University of Southern California

“I find happiness in helping other people, bringing people together, and working toward causes that are bigger than me. ALD is one component of my life that has given me the opportunity to do all of these things.”
- Kaila Daniels, University of California Los Angeles

“ALD has allowed me to reignite my love for service through simply helping and learning from other people. ALD has given me a network of people who never cease to enthusiastically support me in all that I do. I have felt nothing but support from the truly remarkable people I get to work and learn alongside.”
- Jacob Genuise, University of Oklahoma

“While abroad in Oslo, Norway I will conduct research to better understand the way nonprofits run in a socialist nation. The exposure to volunteerism that ALD provided has sparked my interest in nonprofits and will be a guiding factor during my time abroad.”
- Catherine Lemus, Western Michigan University

“ALD has served as a leadership stepping-stone, an opportunity to give back to our community which has already given us so much and created an environment which promotes the idea of academic excellence among its members and their peers. I can truly say I have grown as a person and an academic during my tenure in this great organization.”
- Daniel Cooper, Transylvania University

“Through ALD, I found a highly motivated special group of young people who encouraged each other to excel academically, support each other, and to give back to their community. The friendships I made through ALD continue to be some of the closest and most meaningful of my life.”
- Shejuti Paul, University of Alabama at Birmingham