Phi Theta Kappa at

Grand Rapids Community College

Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter

Unlock Your Full Potential with Phi Theta Kappa

Welcome to the information page for the Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter at Grand Rapids Community College, Main Campus! We are thrilled to have you here and are excited to welcome you to our community of high achievers. Joining the Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter means becoming a part of a powerful community of diverse college students dedicated to making their own futures through service and leadership. The Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter, established in 1991, is home to over 3,908 members and alumni, all committed to making a lasting impact through leadership, service, and academic excellence.

The chapter leaders at the Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter have been working on service and research projects both on campus and in the community. Here are a few of their recent projects:

  • Developing Transfer User Guides
  • Understanding Wellness; the Seven Dimensions and Stress
  • Smash Bash- Designing Intentional Play for Adults

Scholarships

Members of the Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter who aspire to receive a bachelor's degree have access to millions of dollars in transfer scholarships from PTK's four-year partners--these awards provide significant savings towards tuition at over 800 four-year colleges and universities. Also, $140,750 has been awarded in competitive scholarships from PTK's Foundation in recent years. These scholarships help ease the financial burden of college, enabling members to focus on their studies and future careers.

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Awards

The Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter at Grand Rapids Community College has been recognized internationally as an award-winning chapter, receiving accolades such as:

  • 2022 Distinguished Chapter Award
  • 2022 Distinguished Chapter Officer Award
  • 2022 Distinguished College Project Award
  • 2022 Paragon Award for New Advisors

PTK HEADQUARTERS Contact

If you have any questions or need personalized assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to Phi Theta Kappa Headquarters. Ashley Tkach works directly with the Alpha Upsilon Kappa Chapter and is here to provide you 1-on-1 support.

Ashley Tkach

Chapter Advisors

Contact Advisor
 Ann Alexander
 (616)443-1572