Phi Theta Kappa Voices
Phi Theta Kappa constituents give personal voices to hot topics.
Let your voice be heard! Send us your comments on chapter programs implemented by your chapter at chapter.programs@ptk.org.
Uma Vodoor
Chapter President, Brookdale Community College,
Lincroft, New Jersey
On Project Graduation:
"We turned our Project Graduation into Project Induction by
asking the new inductees to bring in children's books and
large print books at our last induction. We then donated the
children's books to the Large Scale Service Project, where
we helped build libraries for the needy children of St. Louis,
Missouri. The large print books were donated to the residents
of John L. Montgomery Nursing Home, where they brought
hope and brightness to the residents' lives."
Laurie Roberts
Indiana Region Public Relations Officer, Ivy Tech State College,
Fort Wayne, Indiana
On the International Honors Institute:
I was the only member from my chapter to attend the 2004
Honors Institute. I felt it was extremely worthwhile because it
gave me time to think in depth about the Honors Study Topic,
meet new people, and travel outside of my comfort zone. As a
regional and chapter officer, Honors Institute prepared me to help
implement honors topic activities and explain the topic to others."
Orie Onchi
Pacific Region Service Chair, TransPacific Hawaii College,
Honolulu, Hawaii
On Fundraising:
"At my chapter we are making posters using newspaper
clippings of real-life situations in places like Sri Lanka and
Thailand. Then, we hang them from our necks to catch the
attention of students and staff while attending classes. Since
the total number of students is less than 300, it is possible
to see most students and staff daily, and advertise the need
for donations by walking around the campus. I think it is
important to be creative and try new ways of fundraising.
we never forget to show our appreciation to each of those who donate money."
William Johnson
Greater Northwest Region President, Pierce College,
Lakewood, Washington
On Increasing Membership Acceptance:
Our officers, members, and faculty have worked together to
promote the benefits of membership in Phi Theta Kappa. It is
through their enthusiasm and teamwork that our chapter has
had continued success in recruiting new members. Chapter
membership has tripled! With increased membership, we have been
able to expand current activities and take on new endeavors
further enrich our community, campus, and college experience."
