2009-2010 - Bowie State University

Understands Appropriate Dress
Recognizes the need to dress appropriately for the situation, event, or environment and that the
manner of dress will frequently reflect how he/she is received, socially and professionally.
Has Pride in Bowie State University
Behaves in a manner which will reflect self‐respect and respect for the University. He/she will defend
the integrity of the University and will work to enhance its reputation. He/she knows the lyrics to the
BSU Alma Mater.
Office of Judicial Affairs
Judicial Officer: Dorothy Holland
The Judicial Affairs Officer (JAO) administers and enforces the Student Code of Conduct. The JAO is
primarily responsible for the overall coordination of all disciplinary proceedings on campus and the
recommendation of educational sanctions offered to students for infractions of the University’s policies
and procedures. The JAO conducts student hearings; ensures standards of due process; and consults
with faculty, staff, and students regarding student conduct issues.
Student Clubs, Organizations, Fraternities, Sororities, and Honor Societies
African Student Association
This club promotes global understanding and cultural appreciation of African nations and their peoples.
Alpha Chi Honor Society
The Maryland Alpha Chapter of Alpha Chi National Honor Society was chartered at Bowie State
University on June 3, 1975. Alpha Chi is a campus‐wide society that promotes fellowship throughout its
member organizations. Membership requires that a candidate be at least a junior, rank in the top 10% of
his/her class, and be outstanding with respect to services to the University.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, founded on January 16, 1908, at Howard University, was organized to
“cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, improve the social stature of the Negro,
promote unity and friendship among college women, and keep alive within the alumnae, an interest in
college life....” The Eta Chapter at Bowie State University was established on January 18, 1969.
Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society
The purpose of Alpha Kappa Mu is to promote high scholarship, encourage sincere and zealous
endeavors in all fields of knowledge and service, cultivate a high order of personal living, and develop an
appreciation for scholarly work and scholarly endeavors in others. No more than 10% of the total
number of students graduating in a given year may be eligible for membership, and the cumulative
grade‐point average shall not be lower than 3.3. Eligible members receive an invitation and inductions
occur during the spring semester.
Alpha Nu Omega Fraternity, Inc.
This fraternity offers the campus a Greek‐lettered organization whose purpose, symbols and codes of
conduct are based on Christian principles found in the Holy Bible.
Alpha Nu Omega Sorority, Inc.
This sorority offers the campus a Greek‐lettered organization whose purpose, symbols and codes of
conduct are based on Christian principles found in scripture to minister to the spirit, soul, and body of
the whole person as well as to promote excellence.
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