Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society?
Phi Theta Kappa has recognized academic excellence in the
two-year college since 1918 and has become the largest and the most
prestigious honor society serving two-year colleges around the world.
What are the membership requirements to join Phi Theta Kappa?
Membership is based primarily upon academic achievement
To be eligible you must:
- be currently enrolled at Moraine Valley Community College
- have completed at least 12 credit hours at Moraine Valley Community
College
(part-time students are eligible) - have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5
- enjoy full rights of citizenship in your country
- pay a one-time membership fee when you join the Alpha Iota Lambda Chapter
Will Phi Theta Kappa membership help with transferring to a
senior college?
Phi Theta Kappa is nationally recognized and senior colleges throughout the
United States actively recruit members. Upon induction, your name is placed
in a database that is provided for senior colleges who are interested in
recruiting these highly motivated student leaders. In addition, members who
participate in our chapter activities gain important leadership and community
service experience that is extremely valuable when completing transfer
scholarship and senior institution applications.
What are some of the other benefits of joining?
One major benefit is the friendships and future business
networks that you build—on campus and internationally within the
organization. Scholarships, recognition, opportunities to travel, leadership
opportunities, service activities, and scholarly fellowship are all part of
being a member. Active participation will be rewarded with letters of
recognition and prize incentives at the end of the year. Graduating Phi
Theta Kappans wear the society stole and are identified on the program, on
their diplomas, and on their transcripts as members. (Students requesting
copies of their official transcript must indicate on their transcript
request form for their Phi Theta Kappa membership to be officially noted on
the transcript.)
Are scholarship opportunities available to Phi Theta Kappa
members?
YES! More than 600 senior institutions in 49 states, the District of
Columbia and Canada, provide approximately $35 million in scholarships
exclusively to Phi Theta Kappa members. The Guistwhite Scholarship program
awards to winning members ten $5,000 and ten $1,000 stipends for completion
of baccalaureate studies. Scholarships also are awarded through the ALL-USA
and All-State Academic Teams to members selected. International officers
receive $2,000 upon completion of their terms of office and thirty students
receive $250 each from the National Deans List. The Leaders of Promise
Scholarships are awarded to 30 finalists each year totaling $30,000.
Finally, Phi Theta Kappa presents students one $1,000 and four $500 awards
for winning writings appearing in the Society's honors anthology, Nota Bene.
What type of activities does the Alpha Iota Lambda Chapter
participate in?
All of the activities that the chapter participates focus on the four
hallmarks of the society (leadership, service, fellowship and scholarship),
the current Honors Study Topic, and the current International Service
Program. Fundraisers are also scheduled. In addition to local chapter
activities, our members also participate in activities on the regional and
international levels.
When does the Alpha Iota Lambda Chapter hold its chapter
meetings?
Meeting times are determined by our executive board.
What is Membership?
Membership encourages and rewards student member participation
in chapter activities. This program provides chapters the opportunity to
extend invitations of membership to deserving community college students
based on scholastic achievement rather than participation in chapter
activities. At the same time, the program provides special incentives for
students to participate in the many programming opportunities provided by
Phi Theta Kappa.
What are the participation requirements for Membership?
Members commit to participating in at least one Phi Theta
Kappa sponsored activity that promotes our four hallmarks (leadership,
scholarship, fellowship and service). Each individual member makes his or
her activity choices.
For more information contact Demetrius Robinson, Chapter Advisor at (708) 974-5353 or visit the Student Life Office, located in Building U, Room I115.
Please also visit www.ptk.org for society information.
