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Phi theta kappa (pTK) Phronimon Thumos Katharotes Wisdom Aspiration Purity

Mission Statement The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders.

Eligibility enrolled in an accredited institution offering an associate degree program completed at least 12 hours of coursework that may be applied to an associate degree grade point average of 3.5* receive an invitation to accept membership from the local chapter on your campus * or as determined by your chapter

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Society Structure International Phi Theta Kappa Staff Board of Directors International Officers Regional Regional Coordinator Regional Officers Regional Advisory Board Local Chapter Advisors Chapter Officers Chapter Members Alumni www.ptk.org/about/societyleaders/regionalcoordinators www.ptk.org/advisorsearch

Chapter involvement Induction Ceremony Chapter Meeting/Workshop New Member Orientation Awareness & Recruiting Fellowship & Service Events Complete Competitive Edge & CollegeFish.org Profile Opportunity to Serve as Chapter Officer

Recognition The Golden Key Pin: worn on left side only, on lapel; or if no lapel, above your heart; do not wear on t-shirts Officer Pins: may be worn on left or right side, if you wear both key pin and officer pin, the officer pin should be worn on the right Medallions: wear at special occasions only; do not wear with officer pins Other Pins: Five Star pin is worn under key pin; International Convention pin may be worn on the right side; United States flag pin may be worn above key

Graduating with Honors

$1 Million + $37 Million in Transfer Scholarships @ CollegeFish.org Number of Programs: 21 71,000 start applications Common Application process. $1 Million + $37 Million in Transfer Scholarships @ CollegeFish.org 500 scholars awarded annually

Regional & International Events Conferences each semester Regional officer training Alumni initiatives International International Convention (PTK Catalyst) - The Oscars of PTK (4,000 attend) Inspirational Speakers, Ed Forums & (the largest) College Transfer Fair Honors Institute: In-depth exploration of Honors Study Topic(500 attend) Connect with advisors, officers & members from all over the country

Questions? Heather Schmidt Director of Membership Services Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Heather.Schmidt@ptk.org 601-984-3647