Marianna Smith
  • Spanish and communication
  • Class of 2017
  • Ludington, MI

Marianna Smith, an Alma College student, is inducted into Phi Beta Kappa

2017 May 8

Five Alma College students have been selected for membership in Phi Beta Kappa, America's most prestigious scholastic honorary society. Also recognized were three students who were inducted in 2016 as juniors: Samantha Kulhanek of Shelby Township, MI; Heidi Michael of Oak Park, MI; and Marianna Smith of Ludington, MI. New members were announced April 21 at Alma's 2017 Senior Dinner.

Founded in 1776 at the College of William and Mary, Phi Beta Kappa recognizes excellence in liberal education, stressing intellectual discipline and achievement. Members are selected on the basis of their outstanding academic achievement in the traditional arts, sciences and humanities.

Eligibility requires at least a 3.75 grade point average (GPA) for a junior and a 3.50 GPA for a senior. Among other requirements are proficiency in college mathematics and a foreign language.

Alma College's chapter, founded in 1979, is one of 286 in the United States and one of eight in Michigan.

Marianna Smith of Ludington, MI, is a 2013 graduate of Ludington High School.