Transcript Scholarships - National Park Community College

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• Welcome to the Phi Theta Kappa
orientation meeting. Today we are excited
to tell you about a unique opportunity to be
recognized for your academic
achievement, only available to community
college students.
• We want you to know all about the
opportunities that lie ahead for you as a
member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor
Society.
You probably have lots of
questions – mainly, “How
will the Phi Theta Kappa
Experience benefit me?”
Benefits of Membership
Members of Alpha Chi Zeta, Seattle Central Community College
& Pi Iota, Shoreline Community College at Seattle Center
Opportunities for Recognition
• Golden Key Membership Pin
• Membership Certificate
• Membership Identification Card
• Diploma Seal
• One of the most visible symbols of Phi Theta Kappa
membership is the Golden Key Membership Pin. Members
receive the Golden Key Membership Pin and wear it proudly
as an emblem of their academic achievement.
• Members also receive a gold-embossed Membership
Certificate and Identification Card. The certificate is suitable
for framing, and serves as another visible confirmation of your
academic success.
• Both the Membership Certificate and Membership
Identification Card can be presented to college officials or
potential employers as verification of membership in Phi
Theta Kappa.
• The gold embossed Diploma Seal is available to all members.
The seal is placed on the associate degree diploma to denote
membership.
Opportunities for Recognition
• Membership Notation on College
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• Distinctive Graduation Regalia
• Letters of Recommendation
• Newspaper Press Release
• Membership may also be noted on your college
transcripts. The transcript notation can be beneficial
when transcripts are required for scholarship
consideration, employment applications and admission
to senior colleges and universities.
• Members have the opportunity to wear distinctive
graduation regalia including the Phi Theta Kappa Honors
Stole, Tassel, Double Honor Cord and Key Medallion.
• Members may also request a letter of recommendation
sent from Phi Theta Kappa’s Executive Director,
confirming membership and highlighting the member’s
role in the Society. This can be an important addition to
applications for scholarships, college admission or
employment.
Phi Theta Kappa Partner Benefits
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Bank of America
GEICO
Kaplan Test Prep
T-Mobile
Barnes & Noble
Books-a-Million
USA Today
…and more
• Phi Theta Kappa works with a network of
corporate partners to provide new
membership benefits.
• Complete details on all membership
benefits supported by Phi Theta Kappa
partners is available online at www.ptk.org.
Scholarships
Members of Alpha Chi Zeta, Seattle Central Community College,
Alpha Epsilon Omega, North Seattle Community College &
Pi Iota, Shoreline Community College at Seattle Center
• Some of the most valued benefits of
membership are the scholarship
opportunities exclusively for members.
• Phi Theta Kappa’s scholarship
opportunities include transfer scholarships
offered by colleges and universities,
scholarships offered by Phi Theta Kappa
and scholarships offered by corporate
partners.
Connect to Scholarships
• CollegeFish.org
www.CollegeFish.org
• FREE for Students
• Phi Theta Kappa
Scholarships
http://scholarships.ptk.org
• Phi Theta Kappa’s network of scholarship partners grows every day.
For the most up-to-date listing of scholarship partners visit
www.CollegeFish.org. New scholarships are added daily.
• All new Phi Theta Kappa members are automatically enrolled in
CollegeFish.org, an online tool to assist students in planning for
transfer. CollegeFish.org allows you to explore more than 2,000
profiles on senior colleges and universities, find your best fit through
the “college match” feature, and receive reminders of important
dates and deadlines related to your top colleges.
• CollegeFish.org is often a first stop for senior college and university
recruiters in their efforts to recruit academically talented transfer
students. Enrollment allows recruiters to notify you about special
scholarship offers.
• In addition, you can go to scholarships.ptk.org for a complete listing
of all scholarships administered directly through Phi Theta Kappa
headquarters.
Transfer Scholarships
• More than $87 million in scholarships
• Over 700 colleges and universities
• Ivy League colleges including:
– Harvard University Extension School
– Cornell University of General Studies
– Columbia University
– University of Pennsylvania
• Four-year colleges and universities recognize the value
of Phi Theta Kappa membership and they want you as a
transfer student. They offer more than $37 million in
transfer scholarships to attend their institutions.
• Only Phi Theta Kappa members are eligible for these
exclusive scholarships offered by approximately 700
colleges and universities in the United States, Canada,
Great Britain and Online.
• Even Ivy League colleges like Harvard, Cornell,
Columbia and University of Pennsylvania offer transfer
scholarships exclusively for our members.
Local Transfer Scholarships are available for you at these
institutions in Arkansas
Arkansas Tech University
Hendrix College
John Brown University
Lyon College
Ouachita Baptist University
University of the Ozarks
Williams Baptist College
A list of scholarships is available at scholarships.ptk.org or in
CollegeFish at www.CollegeFish.org.
Associate Degree Scholarships
Leaders of Promise Scholarship
• Up to thirty $1000 awards annually
• Application deadline May 1
Frank Lanza Memorial Scholarship
• Up to 25 $1000 awards annually
• Students in Nursing, Respiratory Care,
or Emergency Medical Services
• Application deadline October 15
• The Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program provides Phi Theta
Kappa members with financial resources for educational expenses
at the community college.
• Annually, thirty scholarships of $1,000 each are awarded to
outstanding members from applications submitted each May.
• In addition, up to two students will receive the Geico Business
Student Scholarship. Students interested in the Geico Scholarship
must apply for Leaders of Promise Scholarship, complete additional
questions and be declared business majors. Two students will be
awarded $1,000 each.
• The Lanza Scholarship awards up to 25 $1,000 awards annually to
students majoring in nursing, respiratory care, or emergency
medical services.
Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion
Scholarship
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Up to ten (10), one-time $500 Oberndorf Lifeline to
Completion Scholarships will be awarded. The
scholarship will be paid once the student has
submitted documentation of enrollment in a
minimum of 6 semester hours and submitted an
official transcript showing a minimum 3.0 GPA has
been maintained.
Baccalaureate Degree Scholarships
Hites Transfer Scholarship
• Up to five $7500 awards annually
• Application deadline March 1
Guistwhite Scholarship
• Up to twenty $5000 awards annually
• Application deadline December 1
• The Hites and Guistwhite Scholarships provide
members with financial resources to assist with
educational expenses for completion of
baccalaureate studies.
• The Hites Scholarship provides five $7500
awards annually to transferring members.
• The Guistwhite scholarship provides twenty
$5000 scholarships annually.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Apply for up to four scholarships
on ONE application!
All-USA Academic Team
• Up to $50,000 awarded annually
• By nomination
• Recognition in USA TODAY
Coca-Cola All-State Academic Teams
• Up to $350,000 awarded annually
• Recognition in USA TODAY
• The All-USA Community College Academic Team, the CocaCola All-State Community College Academic Team, and the
New Century Scholars Program are examples of such
initiatives.
• The All-USA Academic Team is jointly sponsored by the
American Association of Community Colleges, Phi Theta
Kappa and USA TODAY. The purpose is to recognize
scholarly achievements and leadership accomplishments of
students enrolled in community, technical and junior colleges.
Each year first team members receive $2,500 stipends, a
medallion, an obelisk and recognition in USA TODAY.
• The Coca-Cola All-State Community College Academic Team
program, funded by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation,
provides up to 50 Gold, 50 Silver, 50 Bronze and 150 Finalist
awards as well.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
New Century Scholars Award
• Top All-USA/All-State nominee from each state
• Up to $104,000 awarded annually
All-State Academic Team programs
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Currently in 37 states
Recognition on the local level
Varying amounts awarded annually
Application deadline December 1.
• The New Century Scholars Program is jointly sponsored by
the American Association of Community Colleges, The CocaCola Foundation, The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation and
Phi Theta Kappa. The highest scoring student from each of
the 50 states will be named a New Century Scholar. One
student from a chapter in Canada, and one student from an
international chapter will be named a New Century Scholar as
well.
• A number of states offer All-State Academic Teams, which
provide opportunities for additional recognition on the state
level. Students nominated are automatically named to the AllState Academic Team.
• All-USA nominees qualify for these additional awards
automatically.
Other Awards
Nota Bene Honors Anthology
• Nationally circulated two-year college academic
journal
• Professional publishing opportunity for members
• $3,000 awarded annually for top submissions
• Nota Bene is an annual literary anthology recognizing
the outstanding writing of Phi Theta Kappa members and
demonstrates to the literary public the academic
excellence found at community colleges.
• Each year approximately 30 literary works are selected
for publication in Nota Bene. Authors of manuscripts
judged most outstanding are awarded scholarships
totaling $3,000.
• In addition to the opportunities for scholarships, Nota
Bene provides Phi Theta Kappa members with the
experience of being published in an academic journal
that is distributed to more than 2,000 college libraries.
Other Awards
USA TODAY Case Study Challenge
• Scholarly research
• Four Case Studies published
– USA TODAY Collegiate Website
• $2,000 awarded annually
• The Case Study Challenge gives you an
opportunity to gain valuable experience in
academic research using USA TODAY
newspapers.
• This program awards $2,000 in stipends
annually. Authors of the top four case studies
receive stipends of $500 each, presented during
Phi Theta Kappa’s Annual Convention, and their
case studies are published on the USA TODAY
collegiate website.
Personal and Professional
Development
Members of Alpha Chi Zeta, Seattle Central Community College,
Whidbey Island ferry, Seattle
• In addition to recognition, Phi Theta Kappa
offers members opportunities for
professional development through
participation in Society programs.
• Programs include community service,
academic study, leadership development
and networking that will strengthen your
college experience and prepare you for
the future.
Scholarship First
• Membership is based entirely on
academic achievement.
• Participation in activities is not
required, but expands your
experience.
• Members often say that they become
members for the recognition and
scholarships, but after they see the
chapter in action, they become interested
in participating in programs, too.
Competitive Edge
• Personal and professional development
plan for members
• Strengthen your leadership skills for
scholarships, transfer, and job placement
• Create your own portfolio
• All online!
• Competitive Edge is a professional development
plan designed to give members an advantage in
seeking scholarships, transfer and job
placement.
• The plan includes self-paced activities and
online videos that strengthen planning,
communication and teambuilding skills AND
allows members to create their own online
portfolio of accomplishments to share with
others.
Building Leadership
• In your chapter
• As a chapter or
regional officer
• Internationally
Members of Alpha Kappa Xi, Santa Fe Community College,
New Mexico Museum of Art, Santa Fe
• Leadership opportunities abound in Phi Theta Kappa.
• Your leadership opportunities start at the local level. You can
chair a committee or run for chapter office.
• More leadership opportunities are waiting for you at the
regional level. Members elected to regional office serve as
motivators and educators to all chapters in the region.
• The highest point of student leadership in Phi Theta Kappa is
the position of International Officer. Each year at the Annual
Convention, five students are elected to this leadership
position. Throughout their year of service, they travel as
ambassadors of the Society. Once their term is complete,
International Officers receive a scholarship for continuing their
education.
Fellowship and Networking
• Chapter Meetings and Activities
• Regional Meetings
– Leadership and life-skills development
• Annual Convention
– Celebration of Phi Theta Kappa Hallmarks
• Phi Theta Kappa’s meetings give you opportunities to
make new friends, share ideas and develop your
leadership skills.
• Attend our next meeting or chapter activity, and you will
experience scholarly fellowship first-hand.
• At regional meetings you learn leadership and life-skills
that not only prepare you as a student leader, but also
for your future after college.
• Phi Theta Kappa’s Annual Convention offers the ultimate
in celebration of the Society’s four Hallmarks of
Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Fellowship. With
award presentations, the election of International
Officers, Educational Forums and world renowned
speakers, it’s an event that you won’t want to miss.
Honors Programs
• Honors Study Topic
• Honors in Action
• Honors Seminars
• International Honors
Institute
Members of Alpha Chi Zeta, Seattle Central Community College,
& Pi Iota, Shoreline Community College , Whidbey Island ferry,
Seattle
• Honors in Action is Phi Theta Kappa’s unique approach to
programming. It is the cornerstone of the “Phi Theta Kappa
Experience”. Members and chapters have opportunities to
learn, lead, and serve based on their exploration of the
Society’s Honors Study Topic.
• To complement our study, Phi Theta Kappa produces Honors
Seminars, which are broadcast each fall. The seminars
feature experts on the Honors Study Topic and provide
opportunities for live discussion across the nation and abroad.
• Phi Theta Kappa also offers you the opportunity to attend the
Society’s premier scholarly event – the International Honors
Institute. As a participant, you will engage in a week of indepth study and discussion of the Honors Study Topic while
networking with members throughout the Society.
Membership Eligibility
Members of Alpha Kappa Xi, Santa Fe Community College,
St. Francis Cathedral, Santa Fe
Eligibility Requirements
• 3.5 Cumulative GPA
• 12 Hours of Associate Degree
Coursework
Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is a special honor available only to a
small group of outstanding scholars.
• Generally, members must achieve a 3.5 cumulative
grade point average, and have completed at least 12
hours of associate degree coursework.
• Once inducted, you will remain a member of Phi Theta
Kappa as long as you meet the Maintenance GPA of
3.25 set by the chapter.
• Students are not required to be United States citizens to accept
membership. As long as the student possesses all rights of
citizenship in his or her country, the student would meet the citizen
requirement for membership eligibility.
Accepting the Invitation
Alpha Kappa Xi, Santa Fe Community College,
New Mexico Museum of Art, Santa Fe
Making Membership Official
• Membership application
• To receive scholarship offers &
benefits, members must provide:
– Academic Major
– Expected Graduation or Transfer
Date
– Current Email Address
• To accept membership, complete the official application
online at www.ptk.org/become-a-member. You should
have received an email from Phi Theta Kappa with a
personal passcode to accept membership online.
• There is a one-time membership fee of $80.
• To receive all scholarship offers and exclusive benefits,
members must provide their major, expected graduation
or transfer date and a current email address. After
submitting your Membership Application, members will
receive an important email from Phi Theta Kappa,
requesting this information, so be sure to watch for this
message.
For your convenience, application forms
are completed exclusively online.
All applications must be submitted along
with the one-time fee by Friday,
November 6, 2013.
• Membership requires a one-time membership fee
consisting of an International Fee -$55, Regional
Fee - $6, and Local Fee - $19. GRAND TOTAL
$80.00
• The fees are paid online by credit card or debit
card and are due by Friday, November 6, 2013.
• No applications or fees will be accepted after
this date.
Making Membership Official
• One-Time Membership Fee
• Induction Ceremony :
Friday December 6, 2013 at 7:00 pm
Members of Alpha Kappa Xi, Santa Fe Community College,
St. Francis Cathedral, Santa Fe
• The Induction Ceremony publicly
recognizes the academic achievement of
members. Our Induction Ceremony will be
held on Friday, 06 December 2013 at 7:00
pm at the Eisele Auditorium in the Dierks
Center.
• Members may invite family and friends to
the Induction Ceremony to join in this
special celebration.
• If you have any questions, please call or email:
• Caleb Grisham, 501.760.4338
[email protected]
for more information.
• There is a strict deadline of Friday, 6
November, 2013 for turning in the completed
membership applications and all fees. No
applications or fees will be accepted after
this date.
THANK YOU!
• Thank you for giving us this time to share
the benefits and opportunities that Phi
Theta Kappa membership offers.
• We hope that you will accept the invitation
to become part of this dynamic
organization.
Accept the Invitation
www.ptk.org
Members of Alpha Kappa Xi, Santa Fe Community College,
overlooking the Rio Grande River, White Rock, New Mexico