English Honor Society Inducts Four Montana Western Students
December 16, 2025
On December 5, 2025, the English Department at the University of Montana Western inducted four students into its Alpha Epsilon Iota chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, an international English honor society.
Founded in 1924, Sigma Tau Delta has grown to include more than 800 chapters worldwide. The society recognizes academic excellence in English language, literature, and writing, and provides members with opportunities for scholarships, internships, conferences, publications, and service projects that promote literacy and engagement with the humanities.
Sigma Tau Delta strives to:
- confer distinction for high achievement in English language and literature at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels;
- provide, through its local chapters, cultural stimulation on college campuses and promote interest in literature and the English language in surrounding communities;
- foster all aspects of the discipline of English, including literature, language, and writing;
- promote exemplary character and good fellowship among its members;
- exhibit high standards of academic excellence; and
- serve society by fostering literacy.
Candidates for membership in Sigma Tau Delta have attained high academic achievement in English studies.
This year’s inductees are:
- Ian Ferguson — Idaho Falls, ID
- Adeline Michels — Missoula, MT
- Cordelia Sinz — Duvall, WA
- Ella Wanamaker — Walkerville, MT
The University of Montana Western congratulates these students on their success and hard work. To learn more about Sigma Tau Delta’s history, awards, and events, visit www.english.org.
