Please contact your student organization for inquiries regarding adornments.
Panhellenic organization on campus that aims to give women an outlet of resources and frienship.
Must be a member of the organization in good standing academically, financially, and behaviorally. Our GPA requirement is a 2.5 semester GPA and a 2.7 cumulative GPA. Members must also have completed 20 community service hours a semester and filled all other organizational requirements.
White satin stole with AST on one side and our organization’s Crest on the other side embroidered in green.
Adivsor – Rita Bertolino: [email protected]
The purpose of this organization is to advance women seeking a career in a pre-professional medical environment. We advocate for equality and strive to ensure excellence in health care. We believe in upholding the values of integrity, equity, diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and mentorship.
Qualifications: Member of organization that has obtained a certain number of points throughout membership or is an officer for organization
Cord (for members) – Light pink
Stole (for officers) – White with pink letters, “AMWA”, officers name on opposite side
Advisor – Sita Aggarwal, [email protected]
ALAS (Association of Latin American Students) is an organization dedicated to empowering the Latin community through education, leadership development, and community engagement. Its purpose is to promote cultural pride, academic achievement, and professional growth by providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities for individuals to succeed in various aspects of their lives. ALAS fosters a supportive environment to celebrate Latin heritage while addressing challenges within the community, such as access to higher education, career advancement, and representation. Through networking, events, and advocacy initiatives, ALAS aims to build a strong, connected, and thriving Latin community.
ALAS member must have an active membership: students must be active members of ALAS throughout the academic year. Participation requirements: members must earn a minimum of 15 club points by actively participating in organization meetings, events, and activities.
The graduation cords will feature red and white strands intertwined, symbolizing passion, energy, and unity—core values of ALAS and the Latin community. They are made from polyester and are 68inches.
Advisor – Aristides Baraya, [email protected]
The purpose of this organizations to further develop and enrich college-level biology education at Southeastern Louisiana University.
Member of the organization (attend 3 meetings per semester, pay dues each semester)
Advisor – Justin Anderson, [email protected]
Religious organization to provide students with community and encounter Jesus
Active status by attending certain amount of events.
GPA – 2.0
Cord, gold/white, made of silk and rayon, no wording
Total length is about 62 inches
Advisor – Frank Campo, [email protected]
The purpose of this organization shall be for students to assist Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS) to inform students, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders about the benefits of being a major in one of the departments within the CNHS. Ambassadors work as a team to be spokespersons for recruitment, marketing, social media campaigns, and to plan events to enhance the student experience in the CNHS
Any graduating senior in good standing with the organization is subject to a stole.
The style of the adornment shall be a stole. The color will be white with a yellow rim going along the edges. On one side of the stole shall be College of Nursing and Health Sciences logo with “AMBASSADOR” beneath it. Above the College of Nursing and Health Sciences logo shall be the official Southeastern shield logo. All graduating executive board members will have their official position on the opposite side from the logo.
Advisor – Dr. Kenneth Tillman, [email protected]
Honors society for computer science and computer engineering students.
GPA 3.75 or higher and pass CMPS 3900
DOA is a pre-professional honor society at Southeastern Louisiana University. Our main goal is to develop a community within the university where students interested in going to professional schools and pursuing a career in the health or medical field will get a chance to meet with professionals in each discipline and gain valuable perspective on the opportunities available.
Member of organization that has obtained a certain number of points throughout membership or is an officer for organization
Cord (for members) – Royal Blue
Stole (for officers) – Light blue, “Delta Omega Alpha”, officers name on opposite side
Advisor – Volker Stiller, [email protected]
The Department of Student Publications houses The Lion’s Roar (SLU’s student newspaper) and Le Souvenir (SLU’s annual yearbook).
Must be a member of The Lion’s Roar/Le Souvenir during semester of graduation.
White satin 70″ inch stole with with htv vinyl pressed image of The Lion’s Roar masthead on the left side. The image of the masthead is 3″ w x 1″ h
Advisor – Lorraine Peppo, [email protected]
Student ambassadors for the Department of World Languages and Cultures are a select group of individuals who act as representatives of the department in various capacities with the mission of raising awareness about the importance of bilingualism and biculturalism among undergraduate and graduate students and in the immediate community. World Languages and Cultures student ambassadors work in tandem with department faculty, staff, and students to engage and educate the public on relevant concerns.
Rainbow Cord- 62″ with tassel ends // Cultural Stole (as desired by ambassador if applicable)
Advisor – Dr. Rosario Rodriguez de Hall, [email protected]
The purpose of Flipside Dance is to create a safe environment for students with all dance styles to unite. Flipside Dance empowers dancers to become leaders on and off the stage. Lastly, we encourage academic excellence while maintaining a passion for dance.
Stole, white and yellow, regular size
Advisor – Dr. Taneisha Drake, taneisha.drake@selu
The Honors Program rewards students for their hard work in honors courses and their involvement in honors programming.
Students who will wear the honors hood (a single color gold hood that will not compete with masters or doctoral hoods) will have earned the Honors Diploma. This is a distinction only earned by approximately 6-10 students per semester.
Honors hood — gold only
Advisor – Dr. Amber Narro, [email protected]
The Honors Student Association will offer a space for like-minded students to gather and discuss factors that affect Honors students and Southeastern Louisiana University students as a whole. This organization strives to provide SELU Honors students with information about the many resources available on campus and offer them settings of a social, community service, and academic nature.
The student receiving the adornment must be an Honors student at SELU, a member of the Honors Student Association for at least four consecutive semesters, paid their membership fee each semester, and attended more than 50% of the meetings for each semester.
The Honors Student Association cord is a 67 inch polyester green, gold, and white cord.
Advisor – Dr. Amber Narro, [email protected]
All male Greek Council
Graduating Eboard members
Cord (silver/blue)
Advisor – Darius Woodfork, [email protected]
Student Engagement provides resources to International Students
F-1 visa holders
International Students with flag stoles represent their country
Advisor – Thais Lindemayer Gomes, [email protected]
Honor Society
3.0 or higher GPA, education student with 6 or more credit hours in education courses
Cord in purple and gold (organization colors)
Advisor – Michele Mayberry, [email protected]
The purpose of KHSSA is to support and promote: scientific research, education, and practical application of physical activity, health, and wellness theory; and encourage professional development of members.
1. Paid membership dues
2. Membership for a minimum of four (4) regular (Fall / Spring) semesters (= two academic years) ***
3. Documented attendance to 50% + 1 meetings for the last four regular (Fall / Spring) semesters (= two academic years)
4. Cumulative GPA of 3.25
5. Documented volunteer participation in at least one organizational event that does not include organization meetings. Examples include: volunteering at recruiting events, fund raising events, organizational ambassador at a recognized university event, etc.
Cord with tassels: red & white
Advisor – Bovorn Sirikul, [email protected]
Lavender Lions is an organization centered around providing LGBTQIA+ students and their allies community and education.
This award is for those who have served as the President of Lavender Lions. A tradition which honors the roles unique dedication and commitment. Each stole measures 36″ long by 5″ wide. It has a V neck with the base color being lavender. Rainbow colors sewn on both sides of the sash.
Students who have maintained a 3.0 GPA and are a recognized member of Lavender Lions are eligible for this award after volunteering for at least three Lavender Lions events. A lavender cord. It is a single intertwined cord that is the standard 70″ length with tassels on the end.
Advisor – Marc Settembrino, [email protected]
To connect MBA students with peers for friendship and professional development
Member of organization
Black and gold cord
Advisor – Dr. Lisa Brady, [email protected]
Our purpose is to host a safe space for black accountants at Southeastern. We are an American nonprofit professional association that represents
Advisor – Dr Eric Knight, [email protected]
All of Southeastern’s African American Greek Organizations
Graduating Members of Organization
Stoles with name of organization and its Greek letters.
Advisor – Darius Woodfork, [email protected]
A pre-professional and service organization to support students in CSD and allow them to serve the community
3.0 GPA member with two years of good standing and service
turquoise and purple cords
Advisor – Melissa Caserta, [email protected]
We serve nursing students at SLU be providing faith based community. We provide students leadership opportunities. We also perform community service each semester.
Member of organization, point based (based on member involvement)
cord, blue and yellow
Advisor – Taylor Reeves, [email protected] & Rachael Morgan, [email protected]
The purpose of this organization shall be for students to assist Southeastern Louisiana University’s Office of Admissions with informing students, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders about the benefits of attending Southeastern. Admissions Ambassadors will work as a team to be spokesmen & spokeswomen for the office and will help represent the University at events, orientations, and more. They will aid in the creation, implementation, and staffing of student-focused recruitment events.
-Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Grad-level standing
-Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
-Involved in at least one organization prior to applying
-Presents himself/herself as a positive candidate to serve as
an Ambassador for the Office of Admissions
Green, gold, and white colored cord
Advisor – Austin Rogers, [email protected]
The office of military and veteran success processes all military benefits and funding for students who have served in the military or who are the children/spouse of a service member.
Students using military benefits recognized by our office while in pursuit of their college degree are eligible to wear this cord.
Red, white and blue braided cord and camouflage stole for all students utilizing military funding to pay for school.
Advisor – Emily Anthony, [email protected] and Murray Pendarvis, [email protected]
Greek Honor Society
Graduating members
Cord (White and Gold)
Advisor – Darius Woodfork, [email protected]
PSE is more than just a professional fraternity—it’s a gateway to expanding your knowledge of the business world and gaining valuable, hands-on sales experience. Through networking opportunities, real-world projects, and competitions, members hone essential leadership and communication skills that can propel their careers forward. PSE offers lifelong connections that can significantly enhance both your professional and personal development.
Cord (Purple and Gold)
Advisor – Dr. April Kemp, [email protected]
Pre-Dental Society is a student organization geared towards those students who are interested in the fields of dentistry, dental hygiene and dental lab technology. Joining PDS provides fantastic opportunity to make connections with other pre-dental students, learn about dental careers, and gather knowledge and stay on track to help you on your path to dental or dental hygiene school.
Cords for active members. These cords are lilac and white symbolizing the official color of dentistry. White stoles with lilac borders are presented to officers. Stoles include officer position title and the Pre-Dental logo.
Advisor – Volker Stiller, [email protected]
Pre-Law Student Association helps prospective law students with the steps they need in order to prepare for law school after undergrad.
2.5 GPA and active member for at least 2-3 years.
Black Cord.
Advisor – Jonathan Varnado, [email protected]
A concentration that students have the opportunity to gain knowledge and insights from sales professionals in the industry
Gray Cord and White Stole
Advisor – Dr. April Kemp, [email protected]
Honor society for psychology majors and minors
official cords of the international organization (blue and silver cords with tassels)
Advisor – Sara Sohr-Preston, [email protected]
Sigma is an international nursing honor society
Must be inducted as member of Sigma Theta Tau International
Sigma has a purple and white honor cord that is worn as adornment to academic regalia
Advisor – Ken Tillman, [email protected]
It’s a mental health or organization on campus. We have different therapeutic activities to help express students very stress and anxiety.
You have to attend at least five meetings or events on campus & be a paid member.
Light blue stole with project Hope written on it & your position.
Advisor – Samantha Anders, [email protected]
SHRM is the world’s largest professional organization for HR professionals. Their mission is to empower people and workplaces by advancing HR practices and by maximizing human potential. Our vision is to build a world of work that works for all.
All active members of SHRM are able to wear SHRM cords
Three blue cords tied together
Advisor – Tonya Crombie, [email protected] and Lisa Brady, [email protected]
Current athlete or athlete in good standing at the time of graduation
Stole, white satin with green trim. Embroidered university approved Lion and the words “Student athlete”
Advisor – Theresa Patti, [email protected]
Provide forum for discussion of current issues / provide support for Department functions / provide support for the student community
Member in good standing for at least one year immediately prior to graduation.
Standard woven graduation cord / royal blue and white cord with blue tips
Advisor – Russell Castro, [email protected]
The Southeastern Louisiana University Student Nurses Association is an organization comprised of nursing students with a primary goal to aid in the development of the individual student of nursing as a future health professional and to be aware of and contribute to the improvement of health care of all people. This goal is inclusive of the following major components; however, is not limited specifically to these: Mentors students preparing for initial licensure as registered nurses, as well as those enrolled in baccalaureate completion programs. Conveys the standards and ethics expected of the nursing profession. Promotes the development of the skills that students will need to acquire as responsible and accountable members of the nursing profession. Advocate for high-quality, evidence-based, affordable health care for all individuals. Advocate for and contribute to advances in nursing education and research. Develop nursing students and graduates who are prepared to lead the profession in the future.
Students are required to actively engage in the organization in order to be awarded the honor cord. Points are earned through attendance at meetings, involvement in community events, and contribution to different projects. Graduating senior students are required to earn 5 points.
Green and Gold cords tied together
Advisor – Denise Hart, [email protected]
IFC Fraternity
Graduating member of organization
Stole. Red, Black, White, or Gray depending on member preference. Any variation of TKE, Coat-of-Arms, or house plate
Advisor – Emily Anthony, [email protected]
SCEC is a non-profit organization that serves individuals with special needs as well as their families. SCEC sponsors activities such as a Fall dinner and dance for the OPTIONS clients and local group homes and works alongside other local organizations to serve and aid individuals with exceptionalities and their families in the community.
The student has to be in good standing in our organization and with Southeastern Louisiana University.
Good Standing:
Must have paid dues in full (both chapter and national dues.)
Nationally recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children.
Meet all organizations’ membership requirements (able to achieve and maintain service points.)
An active member within the organization for at least two consecutive semesters.
Attend the organization’s required meetings (8 out of 16 meetings for the academic year.)
Our national organization, the Council for Exceptional Children, provides a cord for graduates who are within good standing of the chapter as well as nationally recognized. The proposed adornment is standard in size and will have blue and red strands, with the national organization’s logo strung to the cord that states “Student Council for Exceptional Children.”
Advisor – Dr. LaVerne Traylor ([email protected]) and Dr. Marie Goff ([email protected])
The Tinsley Learning Center provides academic services to the students of SLU.
TLC tutors must be a CRLA Level II tutor.
The TLC cord is made up of three smaller cords that are green, gold, and black
Advisor – Marie Bernard, [email protected]