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Ptk orientation presentation_spr2020
The orientation meeting welcomed new members to the Alpha Nu Gamma Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at LSCO. It provided an overview of Phi Theta Kappa, including its mission to recognize academic achievement and develop student leaders. Eligibility requirements and the benefits of membership such as scholarships and recognition were reviewed. The meeting also described leadership development and service opportunities through programs and holding officer positions. It concluded by introducing the chapter advisors and officers and providing details about the upcoming induction ceremony.
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Ptk orientation presentation_spr2020
- 1. Orientation Meeting Spring 2020 TheAlpha Nu Gamma Chapter of LSCO Welcome!
- 2. What Is PhiTheta Kappa? • Founded in 1918 • Recognizes scholars and develops leaders • Nearly 3 million members inducted since its founding • 1,285 chapters worldwide • 131,000 scholars inducted annually "The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders."
- 3. Eligibility & Membership •Completion of at least 12 college-level credit hours. – excludes college prep/dev. coursework • GPA 3.5 or better. – Earned at LSCO only. – Maintain GPA of at least 3.2 (warning threshold); GPA no lower than 3.0 to graduate as a member in good standing. • Active member while enrolled on a 2-year campus. – May request membership transfer to another chapter if enrolling at a different 2-year institution (provided chapter eligibility requirements are met). • Become alumni after graduation or transfer to a 4-year institution. – May join Texas Region Alumni Association.
- 4. Membership Benefits • Recognitionfor your achievement! • Opportunities for Personal / Professional / Academic Growth – The Four Hallmarks • Commit to SCHOLARSHIP. • Develop LEADERSHIP skills. • Join a FELLOWSHIP of scholars. • Perform SERVICE for your campus and community.
- 5. Recognition • Membership pin,certificate • Press release / recommendation letters • Transcript / diploma seal • Graduation ceremony recognition Grad Regalia available from PTK online store.
- 6. Apply for Scholarships! •Over $90 million in opportunities! • Available at every educational level – Associate degree (spring) – Bachelor’s degree (fall) – Master’s degree (apply in the fall; 2 awards annually) • Texas Regional Scholarships – Dr. Mary Hood STAR – Walter B. Cooper Memorial Scholarship • Awards for students preparing to enter the workforce – Hurst Review NCLEX Scholarship – Walgreens Pharmacy Tech Certification Scholarship – Trustmark Workforce Development Scholarship For details: https://portal.ptk.org/Scholarships.aspx
- 7. Search for Transfer Scholarships! https://www.lamar.edu/admissions/ paying-for-college/transfer- scholarships.html LamarUniversity https://portal.ptk.org/ptkconnect Use Phi Theta Kappa’s FREE online search tool for transfer scholarships, colleges, and career pathways.
- 8. Finish What YouStart 91% of Phi Theta Kappa members complete their associate degree and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. (Based on a study of 14,000 Phi Theta Kappa members nationwide. Compared to the national success rate of 39% among community college students.)
- 9. PTK Programs Opportunities toDevelop as Scholars and Leaders • Honors in Action – Research, plan, and implement a project to address an issue on campus or in your community. • College Project – Work with administration to develop a project that helps your campus meet institutional goals.• Chapters enter projects in annual Hallmark Awards completion to earn recognition and progress toward 5-star status! • While participation in PTK programs is voluntary, involvement helps members learn valuable skills as well as enhance their resumes.
- 10. Leadership Skills Development • PTKEdge – self-paced, online personal, educational, and professional development. – Competitive Edge – Transfer Edge – Employment Edge – Research Edge • Leadership Development Studies – self-paced, online. • Leadership positions – Local (Be a chapter officer on your campus!) – Regional – International 5-Star pin awarded upon completion of course.
- 11. A Network ofScholars • Connect with members – Locally • Chapter Meetings – Regionally • Texas Honors Institute – Internationally • Catalyst – PTK's annual convention • Member for life – Join the Texas Region Alumni Association
- 12. Service • American Foundationfor Suicide Prevention (Out of the Darkness Walk) • American Cancer Society (Relay for Life) • United Way of Orange County • C4 Pledge Campaign (Community College Completion Corp) • Participate in Student Activities on Campus (Octoberfest, Spring Day, etc.) Members receive notification of service opportunities through Bb announcements! Current and past projects . . . .
- 13. Why Service? Participation incampus and community service helps students build social and workplace skills, as well as boost scholarship and career opportunities: • Teamwork / Networking / Goal Setting • Resume Enhancement • Scholarship and College Transfer Applications • Letters of Recommendation • Learn how your community works!
- 14. Notable Phi ThetaKappa Members • Carol M. Browner, former United States Environmental Protection Agency administrator (Miami- Dade College) • Fred Haise, Apollo 13 astronaut (Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College) • Rich Karlgaard, Forbes magazine publisher (Bismarck State College) • Dr. Jeane Kirkpatrick, former United Nations ambassador (Stephens College) • Jim Lehrer, journalist and PBS news anchor (Victoria College) • Wes Moore, author (Valley Forge Military Academy and College) • Francine Irving Neff, former Treasurer of the United States (Cottey College) • Mirta Ojito, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist (Miami-Dade Community College) • H. Ross Perot, billionaire businessman and former presidential candidate (Texarkana College) • Dr. Dan Stoenescu, Romanian diplomat, political scientist and journalist (College of Alameda) • Sela Ward, actress (Meridian Community College) • Michael Weiss, Olympic ice skater and American national champion (Prince George's Community College) • Steven Whitehurst, award-winning author (South Suburban College) • Trisha Yearwood, country musician (Young Harris College) Dr. Thomas A. Johnson President of Lamar State College Orange (Angelina College) Find more members at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phi_Theta_Kappa
- 15. Phi Theta KappaMembership Change Your Story https://youtu.be/sja0e15Nd1c
- 16. Ready to ChangeYour Story? • One-time membership fee of $64 • Deadline: May 31, 2020 • Submit in person: Pay at LSC-O cahier’s office. • Submit online: Acceptance code or campus email address required. – Go to ptk.org > > Enter your unique passcode or your campus email address.
- 17. Induction Ceremony • Date:Tuesday, April 28, 2020 • Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM • Location: Shahan Event Center. • Reception to follow. – cake and punch • Invite your friends and family. – Starting in March, Whoozin invitations containing an RSVP link will be emailed to new members. – Please RSVP by Friday, April 24, 2020.
- 18. Keep Up Happeningwith PTK on Your Campus – Online: • www.lsco.edu > Current Students > Student Organizations > Phi Theta Kappa: http://www.lsco.edu/ptk/phithetakappa.asp • https://www.facebook.com/AlphaNuGamma.PhiThetaKappa.LSCO • Twitter handle: @LSCOPTK • Members have access to PTK under “Organizations” in Bb. Phi Theta Kappa's bulletin board is located near office #125 on the first floor of the Academic Center.
- 19. Phi Theta KappaOfficers Alpha Nu Gamma Chapter @ LSCO President – Cameron Tristan VP of Scholarship (HS Liaison) – Brianna Schwartz VP of Fellowship – Johnique Rodriquez VP of Service – Sara Tucker VP of Leadership – Carissa Slaughter Recording Secretary – Sharon Singh Public Relations Officer – Kari Remedies Treasurer – Jack Gallier Historian – Open Fundraising Chair – Open Additional positions may be created to fulfill the needs of the chapter. More information is listed on our webpage: www.lsco.edu > Current Students > Student Organizations > Phi Theta Kappa http://www.lsco.edu/ptk/phithetakappa.asp
- 20. Phi Theta KappaAdvisors Alpha Nu Gamma Chapter @ LSCO Elizabeth Pressler PTK Contact Advisor Learning Center Director Ron E. Lewis Library building LSCO Learning Center, office 112 Office Phone: 409-882-3087 Email: elizabeth.pressler@lsco.edu Primary Chapter Contact: PTK@lsco.edu Byron Lumpkin PTK Honors In Action Director English Instructor Academic Center, Office 111 Office Phone: 409-882-3043 Email: blumpkin@lsco.edu Kevin Malouf PTK College Project Director Accounting Instructor/ Business Management Program Director Academic Center, Office 123 Office Phone: 409-882-3329 Email: kevin.malouf@lsco.edu Emily Procella PTK Scholarship Advisor Academic Advisor Ron E. Lewis Library building 3rd floor, Office 364 Office Phone: 409-882-3955 Email: emilee.procella@lsco.edu
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Editor's Notes
- #2 Begin by: Welcoming attendees to the meeting Thanking them for taking time to learn more about Phi Theta Kappa Briefly introducing people present who will lead the meeting – chapter advisors, officers, membership committee members, etc. Example: Welcome and congratulations on your academic achievement! We are glad you came to learn more about membership in Phi Theta Kappa. I am _____________, the Phi Theta Kappa chapter advisor here at _________ College, and joining me today are our chapter officers _____________, ________________, ________________ and _________________. In the next few minutes, we’ll tell you about the benefits and opportunities associated with Phi Theta Kappa membership and why you should accept your invitation and become a member.
- #3 We’ll start with some of the basics. Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society was founded in 1918 at Stephens College in Missouri. For nearly 100 years, Phi Theta Kappa has recognized the academic achievements of two-year college students. In addition, the honor society provides opportunities for members to grow by engaging in honors, leadership, service and fellowship programming. Since it began in 1918, nearly 3 million two-year college students have been recognized as Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society members. Today the Society has over 1,285 chapters at colleges worldwide and inducts approximately 131,000 new members each year.
- #5 Perhaps you saw a little of yourself in the video, so here’s your opportunity see how Phi Theta Kappa membership might change your story. The benefits of membership include both those that you can see and touch as well as those that come from the Phi Theta Kappa Experience. Here we have grouped the primary benefits into categories to give you a good overview of what’s in store for you as a member. First is recognition: Phi Theta Kappa wants to recognize your accomplishments as a high-achieving scholar. Membership can bring you many opportunities to apply for scholarships to help with all stages of your education. As a member, you’ll have access to tools and experiences to strengthen your leadership skills – and you might even find yourself stepping out of your comfort zone a little. And, in Phi Theta Kappa, you are not alone. You’ll find a network of support from fellow members, alumni and advisors.
- #6 Approximately 5-7 weeks after your name is reported to Phi Theta Kappa Headquarters, you will receive a packet in the mail with your golden key membership pen, personalized membership certificate and identification card like these (display examples). As a member you’ll have access to tools on Phi Theta Kappa’s website through which you can request a press release announcing your induction and letters of recommendation confirming your membership in the honor society. “Phi Theta Kappa Member” will be noted on your transcript, and a Phi Theta Kappa diploma seal will be attached to your diploma when you graduate.* Also, you can stand out from the crowd during your graduation ceremony by purchasing and wearing Phi Theta Kappa graduation regalia.* *(Note these are dependent on individual college policy. Confirm this is permitted before including in your presentation.)
- #7 As a member, you’ll have access to nearly $90 million in scholarship opportunities from Phi Theta Kappa, partnering senior colleges and universities and foundations. The best thing is that there are scholarship opportunities available for every step of your college career – whether you are working to earn your associate degree or preparing to transfer and pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree. In addition, Phi Theta Kappa offers scholarships with special focuses like those to help students who are facing unanticipated financial barriers to completing their degree. Each scholarship program is different, so I encourage you to go to www.scholarships.ptk.org to check out more of the details.
- #9 We know from experience that Phi Theta Kappa can change your story, but we also have research to back it up! Research shows that just becoming a Phi Theta Kappa member helps more students finish what they start. 91% of Phi Theta Kappa members complete their associate degree and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. This is based on a study of 14,000 Phi Theta Kappa members nationwide. Compared to the national success rate of 39% among community college students.
- #11 Whether your next step after _______ college will be starting a new career or transferring to a four-year college or university, you’ll need more than just good grades to stand out as a leader. You’ll need skills like professional etiquette, team building, critical thinking and other soft skills to give you the advantage. Phi Theta Kappa calls this the Competitive Edge, and it’s an online program available only to members that can equip you with such skills and even includes an online resume you can share. There are also opportunities to stretch your leadership skills in a variety of ways, ranging from something as small as volunteering as a committee member to the greater responsibility of serving as a chapter, regional or international officer.
- #12 Becoming a member of Phi Theta Kappa connects you with a network of scholars – locally here on our campus, regionally within the ________ region and even on an international level. Members often say that Phi Theta Kappa feels like a family and that it was the place where they “fit in” and found others like them. As a member, you choose your level of engagement with the organization. Our mission is to first recognize your achievement. To receive this recognition you simply accept your invitation. If you want to connect with our network of scholars, there are lots of opportunities from attending a chapter event, connecting virtually through the internet and social media or even by traveling to a regional or international meeting. The choice is yours. To maintain your membership while attending _________ College, our only requirement is that you maintain a ______ GPA. When you leave ______________ College as a member in good standing, you remain a member for life. You can continue involvement as an alumni through an alumni association or simply by volunteering at the local, regional or international level as an alumni."
- #16 Take a step closer and one will find that Phi Theta Kappa membership can be a life-changing experience. Whether it’s in large or small ways, membership in Phi Theta Kappa can change your story. Click the “Change Your Story” link to play the video.
- #17 Provide details including Amount of membership fee = $60 international fee + _4_ Texas regional fee + _0_ local fee (if any) Forms of payment accepted: online—credit/debit card; on campus—cash, check, credit/debit card. Deadline for submitting application and payment: Friday, May 13, 2016 (last day of spring semester) Where to submit materials on campus? (if collected this way): Pick up application from Ms. E. Pressler (Learning Center); pay fee at LSC-O cashier’s office. How to submit materials online (if collected this way): visit www.ptk.org, click “Accept Membership,” enter acceptance code.
- #18 Encourage new members to attend the induction ceremony to be honored for their accomplishments. Provide date, time and location. Give new inductees an estimate of how long the induction will take and if any type of reception will follow the ceremony. Encourage new inductees to invite friends and family to attend the ceremony and be part of the celebration of the new member’s achievements.
- #19 Allow time for questions at the informational meeting Post contact information on the slide for those who may have questions later or may not be comfortable asking their questions in the group setting. Thank them for coming.
- #22 Begin by: Welcoming attendees to the meeting Thanking them for taking time to learn more about Phi Theta Kappa Briefly introducing people present who will lead the meeting – chapter advisors, officers, membership committee members, etc. Example: Welcome and congratulations on your academic achievement! We are glad you came to learn more about membership in Phi Theta Kappa. I am _____________, the Phi Theta Kappa chapter advisor here at _________ College, and joining me today are our chapter officers _____________, ________________, ________________ and _________________. In the next few minutes, we’ll tell you about the benefits and opportunities associated with Phi Theta Kappa membership and why you should accept your invitation and become a member.