Welcome to the website of CCAC South Campus Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Iota Eta, a chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International. Membership to the chapter is by invitation. Students who have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and have completed at least 12 credits at CCAC will receive a letter each semester inviting them to an orientation. Chapter activities include participation in regional and local meetings, conferences, scholarship opportunities, fundraisers and campus events. Members must maintain a 3.25 or higher GPA to remain in good standing.

Meetings are every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. in A407!

Spring 2012 Induction
Sunday, May 6th 2012

On May 6, the Alpha Iota Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa inducted 34 total members, the largest induction class in 4 years at South Campus! Theater department chair George Jaber was bestowed honorary membership from the members.  We also welcomed new officers, Gavin Bordogna (Vice President), Tina Beaver (Fellowship Chair), Ashley Crisi (Communications Secretary), and Terrell Grayson (treasurer). We also welcomed current officers Chris Mierzejewski as he accepted the position of Hallmarks Chair and Richard Pfab who is the new chapter president.

Full list of inductees:

South goes to Nashville!

From April 11–15, officers Genesis Hammond-Schrock, Marylu Smith, Chris Mierzejewski, Maria Cohen and Richard Pfab traveled to the 2012 International Convention of Phi Theta Kappa held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee!

Why should I join?

When you join Phi Theta Kappa, you become a member of one of the largest honoraries in the world. Only those with the highest grades in the community college setting are invited to Phi Theta Kappa.

How much of a time commitment is Phi Theta Kappa?

You only get what you want out of Phi Theta Kappa what you put in it–Phi Theta Kappa depends on you!

How much does it cost?

It costs $75, which is a one-time only membership fee. Each semester, the club selects at least one student to have their fee waived, based on what they can bring to the organization and on their financial need.

How often do they meet?

Phi Theta Kappa members meet on average, once a week. If you can't make it to the meetings, all members are invited to a discussion board on Blackboard, where online discussions, calendars of events and meeting minutes are posted, so all of our current members can stay connected!

What are the benefits?

Members are eligible for scholarships at institutions all over the United States, right down to our local schools including Robert Morris University, Carnegie Mellon and Duquesne. More scholarship info is available at the bottom of the page. You can also receive discounts on your car insurance, car rentals and more, visit the Phi Theta Kappa partners site for more information. We also have social events, conferences with other chapters and more!

When will invitations go out for Spring 2013?

Invitations will be sent out to eligible students during mid-February. Informational sessions will be held in early March, on March 4th at 1pm, and March 5th at 2 and 5pm in A306. please email Ben Williams to RSVP or for more information.

Induction is slated for Sunday, May 5th in the South Campus Theatre.

I have more questions! Who do I ask?

For more information on Phi Theta Kappa, please contact Benjamin Williams, Clubs & Organizations Specialist, at 412.469.6246. 

Phi Theta Kappa of South Campus
Alpha Iota Eta
Spring 2013 officers

President: Richard Pfab

Vice-President: Gavin Bordogna

Recording Secretary: Carol Herder

Fellowship Chair: Tina Beaver

Treasurer: Terrell Grayson

Communications Secretary: Ashley Crisi

Washington/Online Chair: Amanda Triebsch

Scholarships available to Phi Theta Kappa students include: 

• All USA Academic Team Scholarships of $2,500
• Guistwhite Scholarships of $5,000
• Leaders of Promise Scholarships of $1,000
• All Pennsylvania Academic Team Scholarships that include two years of tuition to any Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) institution.
• And scholarships awarded by specific institutions including
  • Carlow University
  • Chatham University
  • Duquesne University
  • La Roche College
  • Point Park University
  • and many more across our area!

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