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PTK Scholarship Insights for Students

October 21, 2020
PTK Scholarship Insights for Students
Panelists: Christin Grissom and Laurie Brown

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Exploring the Benefits of a Phi Theta Kappa Membership

Exploring the Benefits of a Phi Theta Kappa Membership
Panelists: Lavada Burse/PTK International President, Dr. Johannah Williams/PTK Associate VP of STEM and Workforce Programs, Jennifer Standford/PTK Associate VP of Program Implementation

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3 Tips for Submitting Successful Scholarship Applications

Keep these three quick tips in mind when completing your scholarship applications.

Accepting Your Invitation to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Accepting Your Invitation to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Accepting Your Invitation to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Moderators: Paige Rakestraw, Monica Bates, Erica Bold, Christopher Bingham, Melissa Price
Panelists: Veronica Orifice/International VP-Division I, Jacob Lambie/International VP-Division II, Mariah Mayhugh/International VP-Division IV

Sahar Naqvi

How I Overcame Fear and Turned Adversity into Opportunity

Florida alumna Sahar Naqvi shares how she overcame self-doubt to return to college, join Phi Theta Kappa, and become a Fulbright Scholar.

25 Students to be Published in National Literary Journal

Twenty-five Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) members will have their writing published in the 2020 issue of PTK’s online literary journal, Nota Bene. Five will receive scholarships for their exemplary entries.

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Financial Aid for Transfer Students: Q&A

All college students need help navigating financial aid. Coalition for College shares these commonly asked questions specifically aimed at transfer students.

Phi Theta Kappa Recognizes Four Outstanding Boards of Trustees

Four college Boards of Trustees have received the 2020 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Board of Trustees Award in recognition of the leadership and professional development opportunities they provide for their students, faculty, and staff.

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SUNY Geneseo Establishes PTK Transfer Scholarship

SUNY Geneseo in western New York has established a transfer scholarship exclusively for Phi Theta Kappa members: $1,500 a year.

Jacob Lambie

4 Tips for Succeeding in College with a Chronic Illness

Attending college while managing a chronic illness can be difficult. Use these tips to enter college more prepared and aware of your health.

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How One Student’s Nonprofit is Strengthening the Aviation Workforce

Meet international student and PTK scholar Davidson Nzekwe-Daniel, whose nonprofit is helping more students pass aviation mechanic certifications and enter the workforce.

10 Strategies Students Used to Pay for College

“These students used planning and creativity to meet the costs of higher education.” Read more at U.S. News and World Report

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UNC Asheville Establishes Transfer Scholarships for PTK Members

The University of North Carolina Asheville has transfer scholarships for both in- and out-of-state PTK members.

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Tips to Succeed in Online Courses

Southern New Hampshire University shares how time management, studying effectively, and good note-taking can lead to success as you navigate classes virtually.

Victoria Orifice at PTK Catalyst

Turning “I Can’t” Into “I Can Try”

If you’re struggling to find your motivation or move past barriers, check out how Division 1 Vice President Victoria Orifice focused on “trying” rather than “doing” to turn her life around.

Torres Receives Fire and Emergency Services Scholarship

Nicole Torres, a student at Community College of Aurora in Colorado, has received the Ronny J. Coleman Fire and Emergency Services Leader of the Future Scholarship of $1,000 from the International Public Safety Leadership and Ethics Institute (IPSLEI) and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

University of Arkansas at Hope Student Receives Public Safety Scholarship

Alan Laxton, a student at University of Arkansas at Hope in Arkansas, has received a $1,000 scholarship from Phi Theta Kappa and the International Public Safety Leadership and Ethics Institute (IPSLEI).