Phi Theta Kappa 

Alpha Gamma Alpha Chapter

Phi Theta Kappa is the oldest and most prestigious honor society serving two-year colleges with an approximate membership of 1.5 million individuals across the United States and worldwide. Its purpose is to recognize and encourage academic excellence among students of two-year colleges. It also aims to promote individual growth through programs that provide leadership training, continual scholarship, fellowship among scholars, and service to the community. These are the hallmarks of Phi Theta Kappa.

All Pikes Peak Community College students are invited to attend our general meetings and participate in our local events. Alpha Gamma Alpha would like to invite all qualified individuals to join Phi Theta Kappa and enjoy the privileges that come with membership. Some benefits include:

Benefits/Recognition

• Recognition: All members of Phi Theta Kappa may wear the Golden Honor Stole and Tassel, and Key Medallion during their commencement ceremony. They may also affix the Society's Gold Diploma Seal to their two-year college diploma and have their membership noted in their transcript. Members automatically become nominated for the National Dean's List.
• Scholarships: More than $36 million in transfer scholarships are available to Phi Theta Kappa members. Other two-year college scholarships such as the Guistewhite Scholarship, Leaders of Promise and the $1000 Coca-Cola Scholarship are available. For the latest information, visit the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Page.
• Recommendations: At the request of the member, Phi Theta Kappa headquarters will send a letter of recommendation to college admission counselors, scholarship committees, or potential employers.
• Online Resources: Members can Get Connected to take advantage of great offers, discounts, and a host of online benefits.
• Paid Travel: Active members in the Phi Theta Kappa chapters have a chance to have their airplane and hotel expenses paid to participate in national or regional conferences.
• Leadership: Members have numerous opportunities to serve as chapter, regional, or even international officers. Leadership training is also available to them through seminars and conferences.
• More Benefits: Visit the Phi Theta Kappa Benefits page to get more details.

Eligibility

• Cumulative GPA 3.5 or greater
• Currently enrolled this semester at PPCC in an associate degree program
• Completed 12 college level credit hours towards an associate degree
• Active members must be students in good standing with respect to GPA and/or student status with PPCC. 
• Grades for courses completed at other institutions may be considered when determining membership eligibility.

To contact Phi Theta Kappa at PPCC send Email to: PTK@ppcc.edu