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Seventy-eight colleges and universities have been named to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s 2019 Transfer Honor Roll in recognition of the dynamic pathways they have created to support transfer students.

Editor’s Note: This post was written and submitted by Philippe Schicker, International Vice President for Division 4. If you have attended Phi Theta Kappa’s biggest celebration before, describing it to someone who hasn’t is a challenge. With PTK Catalyst 2019 coming up so soon, I will try my best to outline some of the highlights…

Editor’s Note: This post was written and submitted by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. As a Phi Theta Kappa student, two of the biggest challenges you face when looking at transfer opportunities are lack of time and money. Scholar Snapp, an initiative of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, helps solve those problems by…

The scholarship offerings from Phi Theta Kappa keep getting bigger — we’ve just added FOUR new scholarship programs, including one from Walgreens for pharmacy tech students. And, even better: applications for all of them are open now! Check out the details for all four new scholarship programs below. Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Certification Scholarship This scholarship…

Ten Phi Theta Kappa members have been named 2019 Hites Scholars and will each receive a $7,500 scholarship for baccalaureate studies.

Fifteen Phi Theta Kappa members have been named 2019 Guistwhite Scholars and will each receive a $5,000 scholarship for baccalaureate studies.

Transfer Nation is a podcast made by transfer students, for transfer students. In episode three, David and Carol talk Dr. Blake Ellis, Associate Vice President of Outreach and Engagement for Phi Theta Kappa, about Transfer Edge and many other transfer-related topics.

Phi Theta Kappa will soon add another country to its international roster. On March 21, the new Beta Chi Upsilon Chapter at Bermuda College will induct 15 members. “It’s important to recognize scholarship, and through PTK, we have a unique opportunity at Bermuda College to institutionalize this,” said Dr. Lisa Osborne, co-advisor of the new…

Marketplace will be the hub of activity at PTK Catalyst 2019. It’s where everyone gathers, but it’s so much more than a meeting place. Here’s what you’ll find there. Career Pathways Booth For the first time ever, representatives from national organizations such as Walgreens, Ingalls Shipbuilding, Residence Inn Marriott, Urban Teachers, and GEICO will be…

Phi Theta Kappa’s scholarship application is now open — and it will stay open year-round. This is just one change we’re making to our application process that we hope will make it easier for you to apply for and receive scholarships. You’ll be able to work on the single application at your convenience throughout the…

Editor’s Note: This post was written and submitted by International Vice President for Division 3, Carol Comer. In September 2016, I thought I was merely being inducted into an everyday honor society and would get to wear cords for graduation. I didn’t know I would also be gaining a family and a wealth of information….

Recruitment efforts by the chapters mean an increased number of students at their colleges are more likely to complete a degree or credential.

Neumann University is a private, Catholic university that was founded in 1965. As a Franciscan institution, it emphasizes respect for individuals, concern for the environment, and social responsibility. Located in Aston, Pennsylvania, Neumann sits in the Delaware Valley about a half hour away from Philadelphia. It’s home to 24 NCAA sports teams, boasts a student-faculty…

There are as many reasons to attend PTK Catalyst in Orlando as there are theme park attractions at Universal Studios and Disney combined. Not only is PTK Catalyst the biggest PTK Party of the Year, it is a time of celebration, learning, recognition, and fellowship—all rolled into three unforgettable days! Here are a few of…

Editor’s Note: This post was written and submitted by Dr. Annie Tuttle, New York Regional Coordinator and advisor to the Alpha Sigma Zeta Chapter at Onondaga Community College in New York. Let’s face it: all Phi Theta Kappa chapters could use a little (or a lot of) help with funding, and your college foundation is…

Jeff Jaureguy has had some experiences many will only ever dream about. He hiked the Himalayan mountains. He traveled India south-to-north by train. He visited the birthplace of Buddha. Spotted three Bengal tigers on a safari trip. Celebrated Holi, the Festival of Colors, in Puskar. Heard the Dalai Lama speak to Tibetans in India about…

Editor’s Note: This post was written and submitted by David Parker, International Vice President for Division 2. It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since I received the fateful email inviting me to join Phi Theta Kappa. Accepting membership significantly altered the path of my time in college, and now that I’m in the…

Dr. Barbara Gellman-Danley, president of the Higher Learning Commission in Chicago, Illinois, has been named an International Honorary Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK).