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Phi Theta Kappa
Long Beach City College
From the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Constitution Preamble: "That academic excellence among two-year college students may be nurtured; that opportunity may be provided for leadership training; that an intellectual climate may be promoted for an interchange of ideas and ideals; and that scholars may be imbued with desire for continuing education, we dedicate ourselves as fellows of Phi Theta Kappa. Among us, membership is a privilege earned by qualifications, honor, and service. In the conduct of our activities, truth shall be our quest, diligence our staff, and achievement our purpose." - Phi Theta Kappa is the world's largest honor society with over 3M members and a transfer/graduation rate of 91%. This organization and its global partners, Geico and Coca-Cola, have also given $87M in scholarships since its inception. - Additionally, Phi Theta Kappa members are eligible to apply for scholarships worth $37M and the use of exclusive online transfer and career resources, which are also available to over 700 four-year colleges and universities. - This prestigious organization provides opportunities for leadership, research and service. - Phi Theta Kappa membership requires a minimum GPA of 3.5 and payment of a one-time induction fee. - Phi Theta Kappa does not mandate meeting attendance or service hours to retain membership, but a minimum GPA of 3.5 must be maintained.
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Phi Theta Kappa
ptk@lbcc.edu