Experience A "Small Wonder" 2006 International Honors Institute
What state is fondly called "Small Wonder," "The First State," "The Diamond State," and "The Blue Hen State?" Do you need another hint? Phi Theta Kappa is heading there this summer. That's right - DELAWARE!
Plan now to attend the 2006 International Honors Institute at the University of Delaware in Newark, June 19-25.
Known as the ultimate Phi Theta Kappa honors programming experience, the Honors Institute is a six-day conference that brings together members, advisors and alumni to closely examine Phi Theta Kappa's 2006-08 Honors Study Topic, Gold, Gods, and Glory: The Global Dynamics of Power. The Institute, a "small wonder" (like the state), is known for its mix of inspiring lectures, in-depth discussions led by specially trained Seminar Leaders, experiential exercises, and field trips.
A participant in the 2005 Honors Institute lauded the experience. "I loved everything. The presenters were so stimulating! They were bright, articulate academicians who gave me much to think about and take back to my chapter."
Perhaps the most highly acclaimed aspect of the Honors Institute is the Seminar Group. Institute participants are divided into groups of 18-20 people. These Seminar Groups, led by advisors known as Faculty Scholars, meet after each of the speaker presentations throughout the week. In the Seminar Groups, Institute participants are able to express their opinions in a comfortable setting, discuss the theories explored during the General Sessions, and share ideas for chapter projects and research. For many participants, the Seminar Group is where the real learning takes place.
"The seminar group discussions really opened my mind. It was awesome to learn from the speakers, then continue learning from each other," said one Institute participant.
Another benefit of the Honors Institute is the location. What better place to begin our study of the global dynamics of power than Delaware? Delaware was the first of the original 13 states to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1787, giving rise to its nickname "The First State." The University of Delaware is ideally located close to some of the nation's most historically significant cities. It is just 35 miles from Philadelphia, home of Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. It is 90 minutes from Baltimore, two hours from our nation's capital, and a two-hour train ride from New York City. Institute attendees will be treated to an educational field trip as part of the conference experience and will also have at least one full day, "R&R Day," to explore the area, visit local attractions, hang out with friends, or just rest and relax.
Watch the Honors Institute website, www.ptk.org/honors/institute for more information. We hope to see you there!
