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Your key to a world of opportunities

Phi Theta Kappa's nonprofit mission is to recognize and promote student academic achievement. PTK provides opportunities to cultivate professional and leadership skills, secure scholarships, explore diverse career paths, and build a network of supportive peers and trusted advisors that last a lifetime.

Your key to a world of opportunities

Phi Theta Kappa's nonprofit mission is to recognize and promote student academic achievement. PTK provides opportunities to cultivate professional and leadership skills, secure scholarships, explore diverse career paths, and build a network of supportive peers and trusted advisors that last a lifetime.

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Unlock Your Full Potential with Phi Theta Kappa

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Member Benefits

Gain access to professional development and leadership courses, live webinars that address real-time opportunities and challenges, exclusive partner benefits and discounts, and PTK Connect—a powerful tool for college transfer and scholarship searches. PTK membership provides a wide range of benefits designed to support your educational, professional, and personal growth. Think of it like a gym membership—but for your future!

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Scholarships

We are the nation's leading provider of scholarships for community college students. Click below to learn how our scholarships work, how to create a strong application, and how to apply for PTK member-only scholarships. Your membership gives you access to scholarships while you're in community college, transfer scholarships for your next steps, and ones to help you prepare for your future career.

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Professional & Personal Development

As a member, you have unlimited access to a wide range of courses designed to prepare you for transfer to a four-year college, enhance your career skills, and support personal growth. Topics include salary negotiation, time management, stress management, effective body language, workplace professionalism, and much more. It’s like having your own personal transfer and career coach.

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Leadership

Developing strong leaders and providing diverse leadership opportunities are central to PTK’s mission. Our leadership programs offer members the chance to participate in workshops, courses, and hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding of effective leadership.  PTK’s leadership development initiatives are designed to help you build confidence, improve communication, and cultivate teamwork—preparing you for success in college, your career, and beyond.

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Community

PTK members join a vibrant and inclusive community of ambitious students, innovators, and changemakers, forming connections that enhance both personal and professional networks. Whether you're looking to find a study group, make new friends, participate in leadership opportunities, or engage in community service, PTK offers countless ways to get involved. Join a community where you'll grow, lead, and make an impact both on campus and beyond.

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Events

Connect with your PTK community through exciting events at your local chapter, regional conferences, and our annual international convention, PTK Catalyst. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, travel to new places, or experience leadership and professional development opportunities, PTK events offer it all. Discover the activities, workshops, and travel experiences waiting for you, and start planning your next adventure today!

Unlock Your Potential

Phi Theta Kappa is more than just an honor society. While we celebrate academic achievement, our mission goes further—offering leadership development, scholarships, career preparation, and a supportive community. Watch this video to see how PTK empowers you to reach your full potential, both in and out of the classroom.

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Less than 24 hours from now, I’ll be walking across the stage accepting a degree that I never thought I’d earn. All praise to Jah 🙏🏾🙌🏾🥂

In the midst of becoming a new woman, mother, business owner, and disciple, God also ensured I’d become degreed 🎓📜✨

... Returning to school after 10 years of being academically idle happened on a whim, but turned out to be a part of God’s master plan for me all along. Although this is just the beginning (Marketing AA) of a long educational voyage for me, this specific journey was the one that proved to me that I CAN do it despite the doubts & delays 💪🏾❤️‍🩹

The first step of any journey is always the hardest & I’m so thankful that God put me back on the road to achieving my dreams 💖💫

Cheers to laying the foundation 🧱

Now, it’s time to build the framework ⚒️

#ClassOf2024 #Graduation #PhiThetaKappa #CumLaude

🎁 Give the Gift of a Lifeline this Holiday Season!

This season, your generosity goes twice as far! Every gift made will be matched thanks to the Oberndorf family. That means double the impact for students chasing their dreams!

✨ Make this holiday one to remember — give ...hope, change lives, and be the reason someone’s future shines brighter.

🎄 Donate today and make twice the difference! #HolidayGiving #DoubleTheImpact #GiftOfHope #PhiThetaKappa #PTKFoundation #ptk

🌟 The Giving Tree 🌟
Join SFSC’s Tau Epsilon Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa this holiday season in spreading joy!

📚 What to Do:
1️⃣ Visit a Giving Tree at Highlands Campus (Bldg. B), Hardee Campus, DeSoto Campus, or Lake Placid Center.
2️⃣ Select an ornament ...featuring a children’s book.
3️⃣ Purchase the book (or a similar one in the same age range).
4️⃣ Drop your gift in the collection box at the Giving Tree.

🎁 When: Now until Dec. 11
📍 Where: South Florida State College Campuses

All books will be donated to a local charity in the community served by SFSC. Together, let’s make a difference! 💚

#GivingTree #HolidayService #PhiThetaKappa #SFSC #SpreadJoy #BookDonation #CommunityLove

Hi everyone! Today I asked some of our PTK members and officers "What is one piece of advice you'd give to students for finals week?"

Good luck on your finals, everyone!

#capecodcommunitycollege #iamptk💙💛 #cccc #4cs #phithetakappa

Slightly freaking out a little bit. I took Human Geography 200 and Social Problems 201 fall quarter. My final grades were just posted, and I can't believe my eyes! This is the highest grade I have ever received in my life!...I only need 4 more classes until I transfer to university. I am ...really looking forward to continuing my pursuit of education and the love I have found in learning. 🥹😭

#PhiThetaKappa #socialandbehavioralsciences #columbiabasincollege #education #4.0gpa #workhard #hardwork #proud #icantbelieveit

Yay FINALS WEEK!!! We’re almost there guys! Keep up the momentum and continue to do great things! We know you can do it and you got this!

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#portervillecollege #pcpirates #portervilleca #portervillecalifornia #phithetakappa ...#iamptk #ptknvca #ptk #honorsociety #ccsmart

🎙 Tune in to the latest episode of POLKcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify (linktr.ee/POLKcast) featuring Director of Disability and Counseling Services Kim Pearsall and students Madison Desoto and Alyssa Hall.

In this episode, Phi Theta Kappa’s Xi Pi Chapter explores common mental ...health challenges faced by students, such as anxiety and depression, and discusses strategies and resources for addressing these issues.

#polk #polkstate #polkstatecollege #college #phithetakappa #ptk #mentalhealth #podcast #resource #resources #awareness #discussion #student #students #media #honors #honorsociety #florida #centralflorida #centralfl #polkfl #winterhaven #apple #applepodcasts #spotify #wearepolk

Are you or someone you know considering joining Phi Theta Kappa?

Read about how membership in Phi Theta Kappa transformed International Officer Britney Khan's journey at the link in our bio!

"Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) played a pivotal role in this transformation, both ...personally and professionally. What started as a simple way to get involved and perhaps meet a few people quickly became a journey of profound growth."

#joinptk2024 #ptkproud

🎉 Alpha Phi Zeta’s Memorable Morning!🎊

This morning, Alpha Phi Zeta had the incredible opportunity to enjoy a breakfast with Kevin, the CEO, and Nora, the CCO of Addition Financial. It was truly inspiring to hear their stories, learn about their journeys, and gain insight into ...their remarkable leadership.

We were honored to have Dr. Kathleen Plinske, our college president, our amazing chapter advisor Professor Robbins and Dr. Tullio, the advisor for Chi Epsilon, join us for this special event. Members from Chi Epsilon and Alpha Gamma Omega were also in attendance, making this gathering a wonderful celebration of the Phi Theta Kappa community.

More importantly, we were able to thank Kevin and Nora face-to-face for their unwavering support of Phi Theta Kappa. Their generosity in helping students cover their membership fees has allowed so many to join this amazing family we call PTK. 💙💛

We are deeply grateful for their commitment to empowering students and fostering success. Here’s to continued collaboration and creating even greater opportunities for our PTK community!

#AlphaPhiZeta #PhiThetaKappa #AdditionFinancial #Leadership #Gratitude #StudentSuccess #CommunitySupport

The street lifestyle can seem glamorous and alluring however some of my darkest memories are a direct result of the choices I used to make. While I was making more than a couple thousand a week sometimes in a day, is nothing compared to the pricelessness of peace of mind I have now. ...#FromAddictionToEducation #RecoveryThroughEducation #SACProud #TurningLifeAround #SoberAndEducated #FromStrugglesToDegrees #EducationSavedMe #CommunityCollegeSuccess #BreakingTheCycle #SuccessStory #InspirationThroughRecovery #HopeThroughEducation #EducationChangedMyLife #SanAntonioCollege #CommunityCollegePride #HigherEducation #LifelongLearning #FromStruggleToSuccess #CollegeJourney #EducationIsPower #StudentSuccess #PhiThetaKappa #DreamBigWorkHard #TransformThroughEducation #FirstGenSuccess #AdultLearner #CollegeGradGoals

Don't forget, the Phi Theta Kappa Bake sale is tomorrow, 11am - 1pm in the Peosta Campus Cafeteria.

All proceeds benefit Whispurring Hope Rescue.

#neiowacc #niccpeosta #phithetakappa #bakesale

We wish you the best of luck during finals week, and a wonderful holiday break! Remember to check for updates on upcoming events, meetings, and opportunities for the spring semester!

#laurelridgcommunitycollege #phithetakappa

Graduation is just days away!

It's wild to think how long I wanted this dream to come true. Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of going to college.

Going as a non-traditional student, being older and only part-time due to work has been a struggle. Trying to find my ...place to fit in when in the gray area of everyone around me was difficult, but not impossible.

This is only the first of 3 degrees, but it's the one that's the most important to me. It's the ground breaker, the foundation, it's everything.

I can't wait for the next chapter next year. Changing my life and starting from the bottom up while in my late 30s...brave. Lol! I am just as excited as I am fearful.

Whatever your dreams may be, know it's never too late. If the work and time scare you, the time will pass away, and the work it will take to keep convincing yourself to settle for less is much harder than knowing you're actually working towards something with purpose. So get out there and get after it!

*I do not own the rights to this song*

#Graduation #college #collegegrad #mcc #macombcommunitycollege #iamptk #phithetakappa #honorstudent #firstgen #nontradtionalstudent #nontraditionalcollegestudent

Our PTK Holiday Elf has had a busy first week back in the office helping stuffing membership invitations with care! Phillip can't wait to see all the invitations delivered and meet all the new members!💙💛💌

Read International Officer Monserrat Rivero Sanchez's blog about going all in and running for international office: https://bit.ly/3V1sNGF

Also, make sure to register for Running for International Office webinar taking place on December 12 at 4pm CT: https://bit.ly/3AZYdGD

Congratulations to the 95 new members of @PHITHETAKAPPA, the international honor society for community college students. Here's a picture of the officers. You can the list of new members here: https://t.co/fJnsv6fDmP

🚨Scholarship Deadline Alert🚨

The Fall Scholarship deadline is tomorrow! Make sure you've submitted your application: https://scholarships.ptk.org/

🚨Scholarship Deadline Alert🚨

The Fall Scholarship deadline is December 3! Don't forget to hit submit if you are interested in scholarships like All-USA, Guistwhite, Hites, IPSLEI, AMSA, TEK, and Regional scholarships.

Apply: https://scholarships.ptk.org/

Happy Thanksgiving, PTK! Today, we are thankful for the members, advisors, and supporters who help further the mission of Phi Theta Kappa and support student success and recognition💙💛🦃

Advisor Hallmark Award submissions are due December 4, by 5pm CT!

A Message from International President Annalise Smith:

My advisors, Nina Wiley and Jessica Adams, have been catalysts for change in my life and are the primary reason I’ve made it to where I am today.

Sooooo last week I was officially installed as Pi Omicron Chapter Vice President of @PHITHETAKAPPA ! 🏅 if you know me you know I’ve been through way more than anyone should- and I beat the odds!! 🥹🙌🏽 thank you Lord!

#phithetakappa #vicepresident #ptk
#PTKproud

Two weeks left! PTK’s Competitive Scholarship Application is due December 3rd! If you’ll be graduating this fall or spring, apply now! #PTKScholarships

https://scholarships.ptk.org/

Phi Theta Kappa creates friends for life, and it also creates life-saving friends.

Phi Theta Kappa alum Tanya Moser recently stepped up to donate a kidney to her former chapter advisor Leila Rogers.

Learn more about their story: ...https://www.ptk.org/south-carolina-ptk-alum-gives-the-gift-of-life-to-former-chapter-advisor/ 💙 💛

The Founders Medal Award recognizes a graduating PTK member who has written the finest essay reflecting the value of community college.

The winning student will receive a special medal at graduation and a $1,000 cash scholarship.

Apply here: https://scholarships.ptk.org/

On Saturday, November 16, HCCC students and PTK members Eman Mahmoud, Joshua Greenbaum, Sarah Mietus, and their advisor Prof. Ted Lai, volunteered and participated in the Zero Out Prostate Cancer Walk! #HCCCStudents #HCCCPTK @NJCommColleges @PHITHETAKAPPA @DrCReber @HudCoTweet

HCCC Students and PTK Members Willam Dunn and Isra Ibrahim volunteered in the gardening program at Liberty State Park
#HCCCPTK #HCCCStudents @NJCommColleges @PHITHETAKAPPA @HudCoTweet @DrCReber @AchieveTheDream

Happy Founders Day, Phi Theta Kappa! We are excited to announce that the Founders Medal application is now open!

Has community college made an impact in your life? We want to hear about it!

Apply now: https://scholarships.ptk.org/ 💙 💛