A Few Membership Benefits with Phi Beta Kappa

A summa cum laude graduate of Emory University and aspiring attorney, Elias Neibart holds a bachelor of arts in political science and philosophy. In recognition of his undergraduate academic achievements, Elias Neibart was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa national honor society.

With active chapters in just 10 percent of colleges and universities in the United States, Phi Beta Kappa invites only 10 percent of those schools’ arts and science graduates to join. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa denotes curiosity, intelligence, and integrity, and bestows a number of benefits for those who accept the invitation. Phi Beta Kappa membership opens numerous doors, providing the opportunity to network with a diverse group of professionals spanning industries such as health care, business, law, government, and the humanities.

Members can join a local alumni association to stay connected through social events, or they can participate in the Key Connections program, which personally invites new members to connect with mentors. All members receive complimentary subscriptions to The Key Reporter and can stay updated on current topics with an optional subscription to The American Scholar.

Steps to Initiate a Chapter of the Young Americans for Liberty

 

Young Americans for Liberty
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A resident of Atlanta, Georgia, Elias Neibart is a student at Emory University where he is studying philosophy and political science. While enrolled at the university, he has spent time as a legal intern with several attorney’s offices. In addition, Elias Neibart remains engaged with the law community through his involvement with Young Americans for Liberty (YAL). He founded the group’s chapter at Emory University.

As the largest and fastest-growing pro-liberty and conservative organization found on college campuses across the United States, YAL has more than 750 chapters and more than 50,000 activists. Founded in 2008, the nonprofit organization helps these members gain education and training to further their activism.

After a chapter forms, it becomes the voice of liberty and gains access to YAL’s network and resources. In order to form a chapter, students must follow a few steps:

* Find three dues-paying members. These members can pay as little as $15 in dues per month. 

* Complete the chapter application.

* Establish a mailing address for the chapter.

* Obtain official school recognition for the group.

Fellowships from the Program in Democracy and Citizenship

 

Junto Fellows
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A student at Emory University in Atlanta, Elias Neibart plans to graduate with a BA in political science and philosophy. Elias Neibart’s academic honors include a Junto Fellowship from the university’s program in democracy and citizenship.

Benjamin Franklin started the original junto in 1727 as a gathering of intellectuals who discussed the leading issues of the day. In that spirit, the university’s Franklin Fellows program, of which the Junto Fellowship is a part, encourages students to expand their liberal arts education. In its inaugural year, the Fellows program develops critical thought, clear writing, and in-depth reading.

Junto Fellows meet with visiting scholars, read great books, and attend cultural events at the Shakespeare Tavern and the Atlanta Symphony. Informal gatherings facilitate the free exchange of ideas. They may take elective courses in religion, music, history, literature, and philosophy.

The program is open to all students in the university or the business school, regardless of major. Junto Fellows are required to attend three or four special events each semester, making their own schedule.