Prytanean Women's Honor Society
pronounced prit-nee-an
The Prytanean Women's Honor Society is an organization of high achieving women currently attending UC Davis. The society is the oldest of its kind, founded as a branch of the UC Berkeley chapter in 1952.
Prytanean seeks to:
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Recognize and honor the scholastic achievement of undergraduate women
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Encourage fellowship among women with diverse goals and interests
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Provide community service to the University and community
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Define positive roles and encourage leadership for women
Prytanean's mission is "...To promote the high ideals of scholarship, leadership, and service within the University and the community. We uphold the values of friendship, support, and respect among diverse women."
More information can be found at ![[WWW]](http://wikispot.org/wiki/eggheadbeta/img/sycamore-www.png){kind=small}
http://www.davisprytanean.org
Noticble campus contributions include the donated Margaret Hickman Meyer Sundial that sits to the south of Kerr Hall.
Every year, they hold a Dinner for Ten Strangers, where Prytaneans invite their professors to a potluck dinner.
They have also raised over $1,700 for the Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center of Yolo County through their annual Winter Charity Ball.
Interested in joining? Prytanean membership drive happens every Fall Quarter. To be eligible, you must be a second year at UC Davis and have above a 3.5 GPA. Check out the website for dates and other requirements!
