Phi Theta Kappa: International Honor Society Recognizing Scholars and Leaders
Phi Theta Kappa is an esteemed international honor society founded in 1918, with a mission to acknowledge scholars, develop leaders, and provide various benefits such as recognition, scholarship opportunities, and leadership skills development. Membership is by invitation, requiring specific academic qualifications. Joining Phi Theta Kappa offers networking opportunities, access to scholarships, and a platform to enhance leadership skills. Members benefit from recognition, scholarship opportunities, and a supportive community of scholars devoted to academic and personal growth.
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What is Phi Theta Kappa? We are an International Honor Society Founded in 1918 Recognizes scholars and develops leaders Nearly 3 million members inducted since its founding 1,285 chapters worldwide 131,000 scholars inducted annually
Qualifications for Membership Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society membership is by invitation only. Complete at least 12 credit hours towards a degree or certificate Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher Be enrolled at SWIC
Membership Benefits Recognition Scholarship opportunities Leadership skills development A network of fellow scholars Learn more at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC- iJ37A-jRSfKtNHTIwea0Q
Recognition Membership pin, certificate Recommendation letters for 4-year college applications Transcript Graduation ceremony recognition
Scholarship Opportunities Nearly $90 million in opportunities Available at every educational level Associate degree Bachelor s degree Master s degree scholarships.ptk.org for details
Leadership Skills Development Five Star Competitive Edge Self-paced, professional development plan to build essential leadership skills Leadership positions Local Regional
A Network of Scholars Connect with members Locally (SWIC has 3 chapters) Alpha Kappa Rho- Sam Wolf Granite City Campus Beta Iota Iota- Red Bud Campus Theta Epsilon- Belleville Campus Regionally (other community colleges) Member for life
Finish what you start 91% of Phi Theta Kappa members complete their associate degree and/or transfer to a four- year college or university. (Based on a study of 14,000 Phi Theta Kappa members nationwide. Compared to the national success rate of 39% among community college students.)
Phi Theta Kappa Membership Change Your Story PTK - Membership Matters
Chapter Involvement What does involvement look like?
Chapter Involvement Monthly Meetings Time/location TBD Participate in group service projects with other SWIC Chapters Serve SWGCC students
Chapter Involvement District-wide Fellowship Events Regional conventions
Induction Ceremony Due to COVID-19 restrictions on group size, the Induction Ceremony has been postponed until further notice. New members who join during the COVID-19 restriction period are welcome to participate in a future Induction Ceremony.
Ready to change your story? One-time membership fee- $85 Deadline is the end of the semester If you don t become a member, you have to meet the requirements again next semester. Submit online- invitation and link included in the New Member invitation email.
Questions? Advisor: Amy Brockman (amy.Brockman@swic.edu) Director, Student Life Services Thank you!
