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Carolinas Region Honors Institute Scholarship Overview

Carolinas Region Honors Institute Scholarship Overview
Moderator: Kristin Ware

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Cedar Crest College Has 3 New Scholarships for PTK Members

Cedar Crest College in Pennsylvania has established three new transfer scholarships for PTK members, including one for $18,000 a year.

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Want to Be an International Officer? These are the Changes You Need to Know

Learn more about the changes coming to the 2021 International Officer campaign, including how PTK is making it more financially accessible.

Student Life when College is Online

Student Life when College is Online

Student Life When College is Online
Moderator: Jennifer Stanford
Panelists: Ragan Chastain | Dr. Inhye Peterson | Jacklyn Pierce | Oliver Jack Myers

Overcome Distractions in your Online Learning

Overcome Distractions in your Online Learning

Overcome Distractions in your Online Learning
Moderator: Jennifer Stanford
Panelists: Dr. Johannah Williams | Jennifer Jones | Rahul Kane | David Parker

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Is Your College Virtual? You Can Still Be Engaged on Campus

Even if your classes are virtual, there are still ways you can be involved in student organizations to grow leadership skills and boost your resume.

Phi Theta Kappa Launches Updated Professional Skills Development Course

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is proud to announce the launch of its new and improved Competitive Edge online course focusing on soft skills and career planning.

Procrastination

How to Avoid Procrastination in Online Classes

It can be hard to stay focused, meet deadlines, and get to know your professors in a virtual environment. Use these tips from our Workshop for Online Learners to stay on track.

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5 Ways to Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety

As the fall semester kicks off, stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. PTK member Krista Abbott shares five tips for keeping your mental health in check.

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Being a Leader in a Virtual World

International President Lavada Burse shares how you can still be a leader, even in an online world.

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Is Your College Virtual This Fall? You Can Still Do an HIA Project

Don’t let an online fall stop your chapter from participating in Honors in Action. Check out our advice for brainstorming, conducting research, developing action, and reflecting in a virtual environment.

Burse to Serve on Phi Theta Kappa Board of Directors

Lavada Burse, a student at Grayson College in Texas, has been named student representative to the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Board of Directors.

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How a $60 Gift Changed a Colorado Student’s Life

International Officer Mariah Mayhugh passed on PTK invitations until she learned about the Golden Opportunity Scholarship. This $60 gift didn’t just pay for her membership; it gave her the confidence to write a children’s book, attend international conferences, and effect change in her community.

James Elliott

From Inmate to Ivy League

After his time in prison, James Elliott might seem an unlikely success story. In fact, he’s a testament to what happens when we support one another.

Virtual Event

3 Things to Consider When Hosting a Virtual Event

As your fall conferences move online, let the lessons we learned from our virtual PTK Catalyst help guide your planning.

Lillyan Haack

Member Scholarship Opened a World of Opportunities for Texas Student

Lillyan Haack couldn’t have joined PTK without the Golden Opportunity Scholarship fee waiver. Now, you have a chance to support hundreds of students like her.

James Elliott Receives PTK’s First Presidential Scholarship

James Elliott, a recent graduate of Delaware Technical Community College, is the inaugural recipient of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) President’s Award for Leadership Excellence, a two-year transfer scholarship of up to $30,000 each academic year.

I AM PTK

Why You Should Start Managing Your Online Brand Now

What you post online matters to potential employers and even some college admissions reps. Use these 6 tips to make sure your online brand is something to be proud of.