The Meaning of AGS

• Alpha stands for "arete" which means "Excellence"

• Gamma stands for "gnosis" which means "Knowledge"

• Sigma stands for "sophrosyne" which means "Wisdom"

The Purpose of AGS

• to foster, promote, maintain and recognize scholarship achievement

• to develop programs offering cultural, social, or enrichment experiences as part of the total experience of the college

• to promote service to the college and the community

• to emphasize the development of leadership, character and good judgment

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Membership Requirements

In order to be eligible for initial membership, you must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• Life member of CSF (California Scholarship Federation)

• 12 units of AA degree applicable courses with GPA of at least 3.0

• High school graduate with cumulative GPA of at least 3.5

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How to Join AGS

To become a member of AGS, you need to submit an application and pay $10 dues.  You may do this at an AGS meeting or you may download an application (go do Downloads & Links) and pay your dues to an advisor.  Continuing members must re-apply each semester.

Meeting Information

• AGS meets each Friday at 12:15 in BH-108

• Can't come to meetings?  You can still be a part of AGS!  Just submit an application, pay $10 dues, read meeting minutes and current news online, and participate in activities.