Association of Chapter Advisors

Association of Chapter Advisors

All Phi Theta Kappa chapter advisors are members of the Association of Chapter Advisors, (ACA), the collective voice of more than 3,000 advisors across the Phi Theta Kappa network. The ACA exists to elevate advisor perspectives, strengthen communication between advisors and Headquarters, and ensure an advisor experience that is practical, consistent, and responsive to the realities of campus life.

The ACA is governed by four elected Officers, one representing each of Phi Theta Kappa’s four divisions. This structure ensures that advisors from every region of the organization have a direct role in influencing Phi Theta Kappa’s work at the international level.

ACA Officers serve as formal liaisons between chapter advisors and Headquarters staff. In this role, the ACA functions as a strategic advisory body, providing essential guidance on the design, implementation, and evolution of advisor-facing programs, policies, and operational decisions. The insights of the ACA directly inform how Phi Theta Kappa supports advisors in their leadership of chapters, engagement of students, and delivery of the Phi Theta Kappa experience on campus.

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Mathew Herrman

Chair
Representing Division III
Beta Eta Sigma Chapter
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton 
Morrilton, Arkansas

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Madelyn Bowman

Vice Chair
Representing Division II
Rho Chi Chapter
Tarrant County College- South
Fort Worth, Texas

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Dr. Sandy Rath

Secretary
Representing Division IV
Alpha Theta Delta
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, Arizona

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Nina Wiley

Immediate Past Chair
Representing Division I
Alpha Nu Lambda Chapter
Clark State College
Springfield, Ohio

ACA Officer Nomination Process

  • Call for ACA Secretary nominations opens each year approximately 2-3 months prior to PTK Catalyst.
  • Nominees must be serving as an advisor in the Division for which they are nominated.
  • Advisors in any division may nominate.
  • The nominator should gain permission from the nominee before submitting the nomination.
  • ACA Officers cannot nominate a candidate, but they can encourage others to nominate or be nominated.
  • All advisors may vote, regardless of their division.
  • Nominations for candidates for the ACA Secretary position may be submitted to Phi Theta Kappa’s Engagement Department. Nominations are typically due by mid-February each year.

Divisional Election Cycle

  • In 2026, a division representative will be elected for Division I.
  • In 2027, a division representative will be elected for Division III.
  • In 2028, a division representative will be elected for Division II.
  • In 2029, a division representative will be elected for Division IV.
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