Whittier operates local chapters of national honorary academic and leadership societies.

Members of these organizations are selected based on criteria such as grade point average, and, in general, exhibit a keen dedication to scholarship, service, and leadership.

Delta Phi Upsilon

The purpose of Delta Phi Upsilon is educational, namely to give direction, encourage thought, and promote action for childhood education on an ever-widening scale; to work steadfastly for the improvement of the welfare of all young children; and to develop an awareness within our society of its responsibility to meet the needs of young children.

For information on joining Delta Phi Upsilon, contact deltaphiup@poets.whittier.edu.