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Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Chi Mu Chapter |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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When does Phi Theta Kappa meet? Why should I join Phi Theta Kappa? Who do I contact for more information? Gold, Silver or Bronze Level of Membership Graduation Regalia & Information
Phi Theta Kappa is the premier international honor society for two-year colleges. Phi Theta Kappa members are among the best of the best. Members are given opportunities to both develop personally and to give back to the community through Phi Theta Kappa’s four hallmarks of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Fellowship. These opportunities are offered at the local, regional, and international levels.
When does Phi Theta Kappa meet? ▪ Regular meetings are held on Friday's at noon in SM 112 (next to our advisor's office). Anyone interested in Phi Theta Kappa is welcome to our meetings. Please view the calendar for scheduled meeting dates. ▪ All students and faculty are invited to attend our Lecture Series. In these meetings, a special speaker gives a presentation on an interesting topic. ▪ There are regional leadership conventions and conferences throughout California and Nevada. ▪ There are also international conventions and conferences throughout the United States which focus on prominent guest speakers discussing our honor's study topic, leadership building, fellowship, scholarship opportunities and service ideas.
Accepting membership in Phi Theta Kappa is a great honor. Following are just a few of the many benefits of membership: ▪ Scholarships: Over $34 million in transfer scholarships are awarded exclusively to Phi Theta Kappa members. ▪ Recognition as a member of the largest and one of the most dynamic honor societies in all of higher education: Membership includes automatic recommendation for inclusion in the prestigious National Dean’s List publication, the privilege of wearing the Honors Stole and Honors Tassel at graduation, the golden key membership pin, and the official membership certificate. ▪ Personal Development: Active members may develop leadership/teamwork skills as an officer, through participation on a committee, and/or by participating in service projects. Leadership conferences, Honors Institutes, and conventions are held annually at the regional and international levels. New members are inducted into our local chapter of Phi Theta Kappa once each semester. To qualify for membership a student must have completed at least 12 credits of associate degree course work at Porterville College with a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher.
Who do I contact for more information? For more information about Phi Theta Kappa, membership requirements and application process, and application deadlines, please contact one of the Officers.
Gold, Silver or Bronze Level of Membership The Alpha Chi Mu Chapter has established levels of membership based on participation in the following areas: ▪ Chapter Meetings ▪ Orientation and/or Induction Ceremony ▪ Sponsored Lectures ▪ Fundraising Events – volunteering time and/or supplies ▪ Community Events ▪ School Events ▪ Other Events Sponsored By Our Chapter
To view the rewards for earning a membership level, please see the Membership Level Guide.
Graduation Regalia & Information ▪ Please file an intent to graduate using the Degree Evaluation Petition (DEP). Forms are located in the Academic Counseling Center, room AC-126 and/or via the PC website. Please check, in advance, for petition deadlines as they are required to be on file one or more semesters prior to your graduation. ▪ If you purchase the regalia from our chapter, we will order in bulk and pay the shipping and handling. You only pay the cost of each item. The items we order include: Honor Stole AND Tassel. ▪ If you would like to purchase extra or alternative items, you may from the website: http://recognitions.ptk.org/index.php/. You will need your membership login info, which was emailed to you after your induction into our chapter. ▪ If you have already purchased the regalia online, let me know so I don’t order an extra one. ▪ If you would like to see how the regalia should be worn, you can view it here.
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