Founded in 2004, Delta Alpha Pi (DAPi) works to empower students with disabilities by recognizing them for their academic success and unique talents. DAPi aims to reduce stigma and expel stereotypes associated with having a disability. Winthrop is one of more than 150 institutions of higher learning hosting a chapter of DAPi.
Connection with the Office of Accessibility, or self-identification as an individual with a disability
Demonstration of an interest in disability/accessibility issues
Completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours for undergraduates and 18 credit hours for graduate students
An overall GPA of 3.10 on a 4.0 scale for undergraduates and 3.30 on a 4.0 scale for graduate students
Chapter dues are $25 at this time (currently paid once during chapter membership). Chapter dues cover costs associated with chapter operations (e.g. graduation cords, initiation pins, chapter activities, etc.).
Yes, there are! The chapter has an Executive Counsel made up of the following positions:
President
Primary student contact for the chapter
Leads organization meetings
Communicates with chapter advisor
Needs to be familiar with university policies that affect student organizations
Vice President
Coordinates honor society’s programing
Needs to be familiar with university policies that affect student organizations
Treasurer
Maintains chapter budget and record of funds
Completes relevant student allocations paperwork
Oversees fundraising and/or revenue generating activities
Needs to be familiar with university policies that affect student organizations
Secretary
Takes minutes at meetings and distributes them amongst the chapter’s membership
If you are already interested in joining the chapter, complete the online DAPi Application. This application is due by March 8, 2024.
