What are Phi Theta Kappa's Hallmarks?

 

The mission, purpose, and activities of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society are centered on four hallmarks:


Scholarship refers to" the character, qualities, activity, or attainments of a scholar--a learned person." *
Phi Theta Kappa has a rigorous academic requirement for admission and continued membership.  The Society brings together some of the top students on each campus who combine their scholarly prowess and a multitude of talents and abilities to make an impact on campus and in their communities and regions.  In addition, every two years the Society selects and focuses on an Honors Topic.   The current topic is "Gold, Gods, and Glory: The Global Dynamics of Power."  Chapters use an interdisciplinary approach to examine each Honors Topic and many chapter activities also focus on it.
 


Leadership refers to "the office or position of a leader; the capacity to lead; the act or an instance of leading."*
Members of Phi Theta Kappa have numerous leadership opportunities both on and off campus.  Some members are elected to an office at the chapter, regional, or international levels.  Others, through active membership, emerge as campus and community leaders.  Through organizing and conducting chapter activities, members improve their organizational and communication skills, sharpen their problem solving abilities, and become effective leaders.
 
 


Fellowship refers to "a company of equals or friends; a community of interest, activity, feeling, or experience; the state of being a fellow or associate."*
Phi Theta Kappa brings together a highly motivated group of talented scholars who share the bond of academic excellence.  Through chapter activities, members can make friends at all levels of the organization.  In addition, they have tremendous interaction with DACC personnel at all levels and community leaders.  Activities are often designed to include members' families and friends as well.
 


Service refers to "the act of serving; a helpful act; useful labor that does not produce a tangible commodity."*
Phi Theta Kappa has over 1.3 million members.  When you have that many individuals of high intellect and character, much can be done.  Phi Theta Kappa is  known for its generosity and dedication to making a difference in our world.  The Society provides an organized forum through which members can work together to effect change.  The Society includes tremendously talented and capable individuals who truly do reach out and help.  In addition, the Society features a preselected International Service Project for each two-year period.  The current topic is "Operation Green: Improving Our Communities."
 
 

For more information, please click on any of these links:
To learn more about the Society's programs, please go to the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Home page.
To learn more about Pi Omega' Hallmark programs, please go to our Hallmark Awards page.
To learn more about Pi Omega's activities, please go to our Activities page, our Upcoming Events page, or our History and Comprehensive Activities List.

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*Definitions are from Merriam-Webster Online.
 

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