LWTech PTK Beta Iota Tau Chapter
The LWTech Chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society is Beta Iota Tau and was started in 2001. We induct approximately 100 new members each year from a variety of academic programs. Our chapter is led by a team of students who serve as Chapter Officers. Our chapter provides many resources and opportunities for our members and works to serve the greater campus community through a variety of projects.
Scholarships
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Events
Chapter Meetings
The LWTech PTK Chapter holds regular meetings that are open to all members and any students interested in learning more about PTK. The Chapter Officers lead the meetings, which include reviewing chapter activities, planning events, professional and leadership development workshops, and scholarship application assistance.
Fall 2024 Dates
Meeting dates for Fall 2024 will be set at the start of Fall quarter.
Induction Ceremonies
The LWTech PTK Chapter holds an Induction Ceremony each Winter and Spring Quarter for new members. This Ceremony officially welcomes new members into the chapter and recognizes them for their academic success. New members will receive an invitation to this Ceremony.
2023-2024
May 2025
Time and date to be determined.
Dean's & President's List Receptions
Each Fall, Winter, and Spring quarter Student Programs and Phi Theta Kappa invite all students who were on the President's & Dean's List for the previous quarter to be recognized for their academic achievements. President Morrison and the Deans attend the events to congratulate students. Students will get a small gift and enjoy some refreshments. Guests are welcome.
2023-2024 Dates
- Fall: October
- Winter: February
- Spring: April
Times and dates TBD.
Conferences
Each year, the Regional and International organizations of PTK host conferences for members. The LWTech Chapter takes some members to these conferences, depending on the availability of funding.
Graduation Regalia
What
PTK members can wear PTK regalia at our Commencement Ceremony when they graduate. Regalia includes stoles, cords, tassels, and medallions.
How
Members must purchase this regalia online at the PTK store.
When
Members can purchase regalia at anytime, but to ensure you have it by the Commencement Ceremony in June we recommend ordering it by May 15.
Involvement Opportunities
Honors In Action
Honors in Action is Phi Theta Kappa's Honors Programs, and is designed to engage students in informed action that fosters student success and helps fulfill PTK's mission to provide college students opportunities to grow as scholars and leaders. By participating in a chapter's Honors in Action Project, members have opportunities to apply learning and practice real-world problem-solving by developing an in-depth, action-oriented project related to research of an Honors Study Topic.
College Project
The College Project is designed to help LWTech's PTK chapter develop a positive relationship between our chapter and the college administration. The goal of the project is to positively impact the students of LWTech.
Chapter Leadership
Current members can lead the chapter by serving as Chapter Officers. Elections are held in Spring Quarter for the upcoming academic year. To learn more about this year's projects and get involved, contact the PTK Chapter Officers or attend an upcoming chapter meeting.
Resources
Transfer or Career Pathways Assistance
PTK Connect is an online resource dedicated to promoting two year completion and transfer pathways. Students can get matched to colleges, access to scholarships, and create a transfer plan, or identify career pathways and opportunities and connect to potential employers.
Professional Development
PTK Edge is PTK's exclusive online professional development plan for members to practice and strengthen their soft skills, including: communication, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and professional etiquette.