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The International Library and Information Studies Honor Society

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About Beta Phi Mu

Beta Phi Mu recognizes the scholastic achievement and leadership potential of LIS graduates, and fosters the values of scholarship, leadership, and service in its members.

Eligibility for membership in Beta Phi Mu is by invitation of the faculty from institutions where the American Library Association, or other recognized accrediting agency approved by the Beta Phi Mu Executive Board, has accredited or recognized a professional degree program. 

​Our name comes from the initials of the Greek words Bibliothekarios philax mathesis, meaning “librarians are the guardians of knowledge.” The insignia of Beta Phi Mu is the dolphin and anchor, mark of the Venetian printer Aldus Manutius. ​ The motto, Aliis inserviendo consumor, meaning “Consumed in the service of others” was selected by the founders based on the concept of the dedication of librarians and other information professionals to the service of others. More...

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Recent News

New 2021 Sessa Lottery Winners 

Congratulations to the March 2021 Sessa Winners! Each of these members will receive $150 toward a continuing education opportunity of their choice: Amanda Click (Beta Beta Zeta), Jamie Luedtke (Alpha), Jennifer Taylor (Beta Psi), Cindy Tian (Alpha), and Liza Palmer (Beta Beta Epsilon). 

For more information about these awards and to register for the lottery, visit: 
https://www.betaphimu.org/sessa.html

See all our news on the News blog!

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