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Phi Theta Kappa

The Phi Theta Kappa Fraternity is a nationally recognized honorary scholastic organization whose objective is to promote scholarship, develop character, and cultivate fellowship among students in community colleges of the United States. Kaskaskia College's chapter, Iota Omicron, helps students practice leadership skills and provide service opportunities to Kaskaskia College and Phi Theta Kappa sponsored projects. Students are invited to membership after completing at least 12 hours of coursework over two semesters and earning a GPA of at least 3.50.

ptk-logo.jpg Phi Theta Kappa Officers 2010-2011 ptk-logo.jpg
President: Sarah Rohner
Vice President of Leadership: Daniel Finley and Tiffany Geppert
Vice President of Fellowship: Aspen Garrison and Nancy Kobus
Vice President of Service: Josh Oestreich
Vice President of Scholarship: Jenny Cayo 
Treasurer: Brandon Gebke
Historian: Joshua Watts
Public Relations: Jeff Augustine
Co-Advisors: Susie Wurth



Phi Theta Kappa wins at Illinois Regional Convention, June 5, at Clocktower Resort, Rockford, IL. 
Outstanding Member - Nicole Schwartz
Hall of Honor for Chapter Officer - Alisha Sabo Hallmark Award for Leadership for the chapter Hallmark Award for Scholarship for the chapter Hallmark Award for Service for the chapter Five Star Recognition for the chapter Recognition for hosting the Regional Convention last June Outstanding Adviser - Wayne Watkins Regional Coordinator's Horizon Award - Susie Wurth 1st place for Scrapbook Most Distinguished Adviser for the Region - Susie Wurth

We were also named in the top 100 chapters of International Phi Theta Kappa at the April International Phi Theta Kappa Convention in Orlando, FL.

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Attending from the Iota Omicron Chapter:
Sarah Rohner and Josh Oestreich, Sandoval Jacob Streutor, Okawville Tiffany Geppert, Ashley Steven Pieszchalski, Radom Jenny Cayo, Mulberry Grove Brandon Gebke, Irvington Trisha Dale, Odin Jeff Augustine, Centralia
 

International Service Project
The goal of Phi Theta Kappa's partnership with Keep America Beautiful is to focus attention on the environment by helping to improve our communities. Learn more about how your chapter can get involved in the 2008-10 International Service Program "Operation Green."

The new 2010-2012 Honors Study Topic will be
The Democratization of Information.

Honors Study Topic
The Honors Study Topic brings important, current issues to the forefront and encourages Phi Beta Kappans to examine how these issues affect their lives. The topic, selected biennially by the Honors Committee, is utilized and explored through programs such as:

  • The annual International Honors Institute
  • The Honors Satellite Seminar Series
  • The Honors Case Study Challenge
The Honors Study Topic Program Guide is an invaluable tool for Honors Study Topic explorations.

Since the concept of using the Honors Study Topic for campus forums began in 1968, the topic has been selected to meet the needs of our two-year institutions and their diverse communities. It is always timely, international in scope, issue-oriented, appropriate for interdisciplinary study, and amenable to study on even small college campuses with limited library and research facilities.

The Phi Theta Kappa 2008-20010 Honors Study Topic is "The Paradox of Affluence: choices, challenges, and consequences." This topic will be used with our chapter, Iota Omicron, as we plan our year's events. For more information, go to http://www.ptk.org/honors/guide.

PTK Scholarships
One of Phi Theta Kappa's most recognized roles on campus is that of academic leader and champion of scholarships in two-year colleges. Phi Theta Kappa expends much time and effort into its program to secure scholarships for Phi Theta Kappa members planning to transfer to senior institutions. Nearly 600 colleges and universities in the United States and Canada offer more than $35 million in transfer scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa members. Your best source of current scholarship information is at the Phi Theta Kappa website, http://www.ptk.org/. There you will find information on:
  • Scholarship Listing
  • eScholarship Directory
  • All-USA Academic Teams
  • New Century Scholars
  • Coca-Cola Promise
  • National Dean's List
  • The Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarships
  • Nota Bene
  • On-Line Scholarship
  • Other Scholarships
  • Who's Who Among America's Teachers - For Advisors
  • Capella University Advisor Scholarship
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Susie Wurth Assistant Professor Teacher Education (618)545-3385
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