Welcome
Welcome to Phi Alpha!
Welcome to Walden University’s School of Social Work Phi Alpha National Social Work Honor Society, Tau Sigma Chapter. We welcome you to look around, peruse through the history, read about the current team of students, and Faculty who are shaping the landscape of social change. Our vision is to aid the scholarly fellowship of social ideals and values through the altruistic promotion of compassion, charity, and diversity.
The purpose of Phi Alpha Honor Society is to provide a closer bond among students of social work and promote humanitarian goals and ideas. Phi Alpha fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work.
Letters to Inspire
Letters to Inspire is a heartfelt initiative dedicated to uplifting individuals who are facing hardship, isolation, or uncertainty—whether due to homelessness, illness, incarceration, or other life challenges. Through handwritten or thoughtfully crafted letters, we aim to spark hope, encouragement, and human connection in the lives of those who need it most.
This project empowers students and community members to become voices of compassion by sharing messages of kindness, resilience, and support. Each letter serves as a reminder that no one is forgotten—and that even a few sincere words can have a lasting impact.
Letters to Inspire | WaldenU New Students
As part of our Letters to Inspire initiative, we are writing personal letters to new students to offer them encouragement, support, and a sense of belonging as they begin their journey at our school. Transitioning to an online program can be exciting, but also overwhelming—and a kind message can go a long way.
These letters are a simple yet powerful way to let incoming students know they’re not alone, that they’re seen, and that they have a community here ready to cheer them on.
Letters to Inspire | Nominate an Agency!
As part of our Letters to Inspire initiative, we are writing letters to a selected agency to offer them encouragement, support, and a sense of belonging as they continue doing important work in their community. If you know of a local agency, non-profit, or community group that could benefit from receiving encouraging letters, please nominate them by using the form below.
Letters to Inspire | Upload your Agency Letter
Letters to Inspire | Templates
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Upcoming Events
2025
*Approximate dates - subject to change
*Students eligible to join Phi Alpha will receive an invitation. Please do not submit an application without receiving an invitation.
Social Work Opportunities
View highlighted Social Work opportunities from the Walden Job and Internship Locator job board.