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Dive into scholarly exploration and action to identify, analyze, and drive positive change in areas such as life networks, creative channels, and justice visions. Utilize a systematic process from observation to hypothesis, research, and impactful action in collaboration with advisors. Uncover opportunities for impactful projects like writing workshops, poetry slams, and mentoring partnerships. Strengthen writing skills, resources utilization, and civic engagement for successful projects. Early planning, local research, quality sources, and adherence to guidelines ensure project effectiveness. Contact Phi Theta Kappa leaders for support and guidance in making your project a success.
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Honors Study Topic 2018-2019 Honors Study Topic 2018-2019
Acknowledging, Assessing, and Achieving Change January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2019 Designed to engage students in informed action 9 themes
Each theme is followed by an overall question.Judging Rubric used for Hallmark Awards. • Networks of Life • Economies of Everything • Politics of Identity • Dynamics of Discovery • Channels of Creativity • Visions of Justice • Powers of Connection • Worlds of Work • Systems of Belief
Honors in Action Brainstorming HONORS IN ACTION BRAINSTORMING Pro Tip 1: Start with the theme and work out towards ideas OR Start with an idea and work back through the themes USE THE GUIDE With Your Chapter Students Advisors Be Open Minded Be Organized Listen Provide Time Stay Curious Be a Resource
HIA Process HONORS IN ACTION OBSERVE – HYPOTHESIZE – TEST – FORMULATE Observation Not Assumption
HIA - Research HONORS IN ACTION RESEARCH Pro Tip 3: The Scholarly Question: What do we want to discover about our research research topic? What research have other scholars already conducted? What remains undiscovered about this topic? What are the relevant sources, and how readily available are they? Pro Tip 2: Follow Your Curiosity What are you and your team passionate about? What’s current or hot or interesting on your campus or in your community? USE THE GUIDE
HIA Research Part 2 HONORS IN ACTION RESEARCH • Are your sources addressing: • The theory and history behind your research question; • A potential answer to your research question, and/or; • Speculation regarding your research question or theme in general Sources need to be in the last 5 years Most credible domains are: .edu .gov .mil USE THE GUIDE
Resource Information Resource Information • Sources • 8+ academic publications and/or expert sources • Different points of view • PEER-REVIEWED • Significant short-term impact and clear potential for long-term impact • Use our Regional library guide located athttps://carolinas-region.ptk.org/. • Click on “Your Region,” scroll down on the left under Regional Info., click on “Carolinas Region Library Resource Guide.” • http://libguides.hgtc.edu/ptkcarolinas
HIA - Action HONORS IN ACTION ACTION Potential Actions stemming from our research objectives Setting up a writing workshop with college faculty and high school students from the area Hosting a poetry slam Creating mentoring partnerships between college and high school students Compiling a book of works by campus and community members • Create opportunities for the campus and community, connect with local authors and increase awareness of cultural and historic connections • Share results of the research process with both campus and community
HIA - Writing HONORS IN ACTION WRITING Excellently written reports begin with prewriting! Reflect and assess all along the way Consider the HIA Hallmark Award Rubric early in the process to maximize success Keep records – track the numbers! What about the impact? Identify the quantitative and the qualitative! Write • Use your resources on campus and beyond (campus librarian, faculty, experts in the field, tutoring, Writing Center, & more • USE CIVIC SCHOLAR (NOT THE GUIDE )
HIA - Conclusion HONORS IN ACTION CONCLUSION • Start early • Observe your local area • Set objectives • Locate high-quality sources • Get out in your community and do some research! • Draft/write/edit • Submit early • Follow the rubric and Use the Guide & Civic Scholar HAVE FUN WITH IT!
Contact Us Contact Us! Please contact us! We are ready to help YOU succeed! Paulette LaValley, Regional President (paulette.lavalley.ptk@gmail.com) Yohana Nava., Vice President of NC (yohananava1015@gmail.com) Geneffer Sweatman, Vice President of SC (geneffersptkcrs@gmail.com) Jason Hanson, Regional Secretary (jphansonptk@gmail.com) Beth Carraway, Carolinas Region Coordinator (Beth.Carraway@hgtc.edu)
What is Phi Theta Kappa? What Is Phi Theta Kappa?
Phi Theta Kappa Is the world's largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students.
Mission Statement The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.
The History of Phi Theta Kappa? • 1910 – Establishment of Kappa Phi Omicron • 1918 – Phi Theta Kappa was founded. • 1924 – Symbols of Honor are created. • 1929 – Recognized by the American Association of Junior Colleges • 1930 – A New Symbol • Click Here For More Phi Theta Kappa History
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The Carolinas Region#NothingCouldBeFiner 84 – Total Chapters 62 – North Carolina 21 – South Carolina 1 – International; Bermuda
Membership & Eligibility • A GPA of 3.0, or higher, grants students an invitation. • Certificate, High School, and Part-time students are eligible for membership. • Cost of Membership is a one-time fee. You are PTK for life. • For FAQ’s, please click here PTK FAQ's
The Benefits of Phi Theta Kappa Membership Recognizes Your Academic Success • Phi Theta Kappa Golden Key Membership Pin • Phi Theta Kappa Membership Certificate • Recognition during college induction ceremony • Opportunity to wear Phi Theta Kappa graduation regalia (depending on your college policy)
The Benefits of Phi Theta Kappa Membership Recognizes Your Academic Success • Official seal of Phi Theta Kappa • Notation of membership on your college transcript • Press release announcing your academic achievement
The Benefits of Phi Theta Kappa Membership Empowers You With ?? • $37 million in exclusive PTK transfer scholarships • FREE enrollment in PTK Connect • Opportunity to be published
The Benefits of Phi Theta Kappa Membership Empowers You With ?? • Opportunities to develop research and servant leadership skills • Opportunity to become part of a network • Personalized letters of recommendation
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Phi Theta Kappa Programs • PTK Connect • PTK Edge • Competitive Edge • Transfer Edge • Five Star Chapter Plan • Hallmark Awards • Honors Case Study Challenge • Honors In Action • Civic Scholar Undergraduate Research Journal • REACH Awards • Nota Bene Literary Competition
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Recognizing Excellence in Acceptance and Completion with Honors Reach Rewards • The REACH Rewards program • Free Phi Theta Kappa graduation stoles • More students experiencing Phi Theta Kappa benefits • More members engaged in chapter programs • More members for leadership positions • Improved college graduation rates
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PTK Edge TransferPhi Theta Kappa's self-paced, interactive online course to prepare students of all backgrounds to successfully transfer from a two-year college to a four-year college.PTK EDGE TRANSFER • Seek Funding – Complete the FAFSA • Search – Research Your Transfer Options • Select - Choose Schools That Match Your Goals • Secure – Submit Winning Transfer & Scholarship Applications • Succeed - Ensure A Successful Transition to University
Hallmark Awards Mission Statement "The Hallmark Awards Program, which reflects the scholarly ideals of Phi Theta Kappa, serves to recognize superior individual and chapter achievement in Society programs. In this program, chapters compete against one another. Participation encourages excellence, reflects fairness, recognizes quality, and leads to enhanced student, advisor, and chapter development.”
Hallmark Awards Dates to Remember • Administrator Awards Due December 5, 2019 • Applications for Individual Awards Due January 9, 2020 • Applications for Chapter Awards Due January 16, 2020 • Regional Awards for Excellence Due January 31, 2020 • Applications for Alumni Awards Due January 31, 2020
Honors Case Study Challenge The Challenge: Phi Theta Kappa challenges you to read online or print newspapers daily and create an Honors Case Study based upon your reading of newspapers over time that are related to our currentHonors Study Topic. • The Reward: • Be one of the winners of $500! • Be recognized at PTK Catalyst 2020 in Grapevine, Texas! • Submit by 5:00 pm CST, Monday, November 11, 2019. Link to Honors Case Study Challenge
Conferences & Conventions • Carolinas Region Honors Institute (YOU ARE HERE! Mars Hill, NC) • Carolinas Region Leadership Conference (November 8 – 10, 2019) • Carolinas Regional Convention (March 13 – 15, 2020) • PTK Catalyst 2020 (April 2 – 4, 2020) • Phi Theta Kappa’s Honors Institute (Chicago, IL)
2019 Five Star Chapter PlanTRACK YOUR CHAPTER’S SUCCESS_______________________ Benefits of Participating Save Time! Set a Goal Any Time. Increase College Administration Support. Be Recognized! Practice Your Workplace Skills. The deadline to report your chapter’s final level of achievement for the 2019 calendar year is January 23, 2020.
LEVELS gold star RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND BUILDING CHAPTER FOUNDATIONS ORGANIZING CHAPTER LEADERSHIP AND ENGAGING MEMBERS GETTING INVOLVED AT THE REGIONAL LEVEL DEVELOPING A COLLEGE PROJECT AND BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT DEVELOPING AN HONORS IN ACTION PROJECT AND GETTING INVOLVED AT THE INTERNATIONAL LEVEL
Five Star Program – Levels 1 and 2 Level One Level Two • Organize a membership recruitment campaign. (ptk.org/toolkit) • Submit the Chapter Annual Report to Headquarters. • Review Chapter Bylaws Submit a Five Star level achievement goal. Conduct at least two membership recruitment campaigns Organize Chapter Leadership
Five Star Program – Levels 3 and 4 Level Three Level Four • Chapter is involved at a regional level. • Chronicle chapter activities for historical purposes. • Publish chapter news Implement a College Project Enter at least one category in your regional awards program. Host a Phi Theta Kappa awareness event for your chapter.
Five Star Program –Level 5 Level Five • Develop an Honors in Action Project (ptk.org/honors) • Submit at least 3 entries in the 2020 Hallmark Awards Program • Chapter representative(s) participates in AT LEAST ONE of the following: Attend 2019 Annual Convention, OR • Attend 2019 Honors Institute, OR • Participate in at least one level of the new online advisor education curriculum called the Five Star Advisor Plan, OR • Submit an entry in the Honors Case Study Challenge
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What is the College Project? The college project is designed to help chapters develop a positive relationship between your chapter and college administration.
Why Participate in the College Project? Why Should Your Chapter Participate In A College Project? Engage & Give Back Progression in the Five Star Chapter Plan. Win a Hallmark Award.
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Susan Edwards Phi Theta Kappa’s Dean of Academic Affairs & Honors Program PTK Dean of Academic Affairs & Honors Program “Your College Project does not have to be sexy. It is all about communication between your chapter and your college administration to find a project that addresses a need related to your college’s mission.”
College Project Rubric 85 points College Project Rubric
College Project Help Please contact us! We are ready to help YOU succeed! Paulette LaValley, Regional President (paulette.lavalley.ptk@gmail.com) Yohana Nava., Vice President of NC (yohananava1015@gmail.com) Geneffer Sweatman, Vice President of SC (geneffersptkcrs@gmail.com) Jason Hanson, Regional Secretary (jphansonptk@gmail.com) Beth Carraway, Carolinas Region Coordinator (Beth.Carraway@hgtc.edu)
REGIONAL SERVICE PROJECT Carolinas Help for Foster Children Children in the foster care system move homes and consequently, schools, an average of 4-6 times while they are in foster care. Some children may even live in as many as 15 different homes before being adopted or aging out of foster care. As a result, 42% of children in the foster care system will drop out of high school and only 2.5% will graduate from a four-year college.
REGIONAL SERVICE PROJECT REGIONAL SERVICE PROJECT - 2 Carolinas Help for Foster Children HOW CAN YOUR CHAPTER PARTICIPATE? Option 1 Go Shopping! We challenge you to purchase as many items as possible for $20 or less on Saturday afternoon during Honors Institute (see schedule). We will collect your items on Saturday evening. Option 3 Share your knowledge with foster children by volunteering your time tutoring children in local foster homes. Option 2 Host a drive at your school to gather basic supplies and donate items to a foster home or bring them to Carolinas Region Leadership Conference in November. You can find the Spartanburg Social Services Wish List here: https://dss.sc.gov/foster-care/wish-list/
REGIONAL SERVICE PROJECT REGIONAL SERVICE PROJECT - 3 Carolinas Help for Foster Children HOW CAN YOUR CHAPTER PARTICIPATE? Option 1 Go Shopping! We challenge you to purchase as many items as possible for $20 or less on Saturday afternoon during Honors Institute (see schedule). We will collect your items on Saturday evening. Option 3 Share your knowledge with foster children by volunteering your time tutoring children in local foster homes. Option 2 Host a drive at your school to gather basic supplies and donate items to a foster home or bring them to Carolinas Region Leadership Conference in November. You can find the Spartanburg Social Services Wish List here: https://dss.sc.gov/foster-care/wish-list/
HONORS IN ACTION OPTIONS #1Thing offers the community tangible ways to get involved in the effort to end domestic violence. Download & Distribute Material from the Regional Website to raise Awareness in your College and/or Community Collect Basic Needs Items and/or Funds for your Local Domestic Violence Shelter Participate In A Workshop During The Regional Leadership Conference (November 8-10, 2019) #1Thing Action Guide