tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63488894713806536152024-03-24T02:11:35.002-05:00Phi Kappa Phi News UpdatesThe Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14664285850871916650noreply@blogger.comBlogger1144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-78068132625418957722023-12-28T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-28T07:00:00.155-06:00Save on Your Student Loans with SoFi<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ_P6z2-RlOaBkKWBvVvoLQNOrmpv_iBnd6Wx5RkJpZqjT7dkgKC5tA-M-DOgZZ0bQhCGwJwbeT1qVgw3Zl0tN2gMj9jdDdtwjv84BCQCexzRPqV_Rv4dQgNSOBCAsUK4rCL5ffn9TmDE6RGrkJYOUqFbzdTnQ_q32zqAZzavBNiyjCS6UAVVg2daSvF8/s1200/SoFi%20Blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ_P6z2-RlOaBkKWBvVvoLQNOrmpv_iBnd6Wx5RkJpZqjT7dkgKC5tA-M-DOgZZ0bQhCGwJwbeT1qVgw3Zl0tN2gMj9jdDdtwjv84BCQCexzRPqV_Rv4dQgNSOBCAsUK4rCL5ffn9TmDE6RGrkJYOUqFbzdTnQ_q32zqAZzavBNiyjCS6UAVVg2daSvF8/s320/SoFi%20Blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Phi Kappa Phi is partnered with SoFi to extend smart financial solutions to all members, friends and family. As the leading student loan refinancing provider, SoFi can help you Get Your Money Right®.</div><br />Through the Society’s partnership, members can receive the following:<div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>0.125% rate discount on student loan refinancing</li><li>$250 bonus on private student loans</li><li>0.500% rate discount on personal loans</li><li>$100 bonus personal loans</li><li>$500 bonus on mortgages and mortgage refinancing</li></ul>Looking for other resources to help you on your journey to financial independence? Check out these tools:<br /><br /><b>SoFi Learn<br /></b>When it comes to money matters, it’s natural to have many questions. With <a href="https://www.sofi.com/learn/?utm_source=SoFiatWork&utm_medium=SoFiatWorkLandingPage&utm_campaign=NewMPLP&utm_id=SoFiatWorkMPLP"><b>SoFi Learn</b></a>, you’ll find answers, guides, tools, calculators, and thousands of articles rich in financial information.<br /><br /><b>Student Loan Debt Navigator<br /></b>The powerful <a href="https://www2.sofiatwork.com/sofiatwork-studentloan-workbook"><b>Student Loan Debt Navigator</b></a> gives you a personalized student debt assessment to help you figure out what refinance options are available to help pay your loan down sooner.<br /><br /><b>SoFi Student Loan Specialist<br /></b>Get guidance on refinancing from a SoFi Student Loan Specialist who can help you manage the complexities of debt, increase cash flow, manage your payments—and much more. <a href="https://calendly.com/d/xz4-2qk-53w/sofi-appointment?month=2023-11"><b>Click here</b></a> to schedule an appointment today.<br /><br />What are you waiting for? See what SoFi can do for you and your finances. Visit <a href="http://www.sofi.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>www.SoFi.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a> to learn more today!</div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-77731303061265899572023-12-21T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-21T07:00:00.244-06:00Tools to Share Your Membership<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineFCQarTG6i7IIYngI3fSfJxcsRQ8P9841B4LfJG45fbN8v30Nin1qd-7_9UOER0GBu7VqQmOOhMKYqiLfvOLnG_XD6KWc8luR-gdAiCUopQD7ShyZaP6JvyLz4-IQ9-DmPFfh5NBzfHekEqglP-KPGPO5X4qVLKxlmovnuGdzwdO8s9vCmIHbup6VIY/s1200/Dec.%2021%20-%20Academic%20Recognition%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineFCQarTG6i7IIYngI3fSfJxcsRQ8P9841B4LfJG45fbN8v30Nin1qd-7_9UOER0GBu7VqQmOOhMKYqiLfvOLnG_XD6KWc8luR-gdAiCUopQD7ShyZaP6JvyLz4-IQ9-DmPFfh5NBzfHekEqglP-KPGPO5X4qVLKxlmovnuGdzwdO8s9vCmIHbup6VIY/s320/Dec.%2021%20-%20Academic%20Recognition%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Phi Kappa Phi membership is a stamp of excellence, and the Society is here to help you <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/recognition"><b>share your membership</b></a>. When you’re ready to share your achievements or apply for a job, scholarship or graduate program, you can access logo graphics, membership verification letters, personalized press releases and more.</div><br /><b>Press Releases<br /></b>Phi Kappa Phi sends press releases for each new initiate, announcing their membership using Merit. After the member's initiation ceremony, these press releases are submitted electronically to new initiates’ hometown newspapers.<br /><br />In addition, a personalized story is prepared for each new member, and a customizable online profile is created to easily share their achievements with family and friends on social media. <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/join/benefits/recognition/merit"><b>Click here</b></a> to learn how Phi Kappa Phi promotes member accomplishments through Merit.<br /><br /><b>Membership Verification Letters<br /></b>Verify your membership with a personalized letter. <a href="https://members.phikappaphi.org/PKP/Profile.aspx?hkey=4ab9239f-640d-47af-b5b0-c7b1a6a034de&WebsiteKey=eb28d7c1-a779-4381-8e78-3e249bad1097&f8676f3d=4#f8676f3d"><b>Click here</b></a> to log in to your membership account and access the letter on the Membership Documents tab. From there, you will be able to download and print the letter.<br /><br /><b>Society Graphics<br /></b>Proudly display your membership on your resume by including an official Society logo, download one of several Phi Kappa Phi desktop wallpapers for your computer, deck out your mobile device with Society-branded backgrounds, and update your Facebook profile with a ΦΚΦ cover photo. <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/recognition/society-graphics"><b>Click here</b></a> to view all the available options.<br /><br /><b>Phi Kappa Phi Gear<br /></b>Grab Society-branded apparel, accessories, jewelry, drinkware and more from the Phi Kappa Phi store. Plus, you get free shipping on orders over $50. Shop at <a href="http://www.phikappaphistore.org/"><b>www.PhiKappaPhiStore.org</b></a>.<br /><br /><b>Membership Certificate Frames<br /></b>Preserve your membership certificate with a custom frame from our partner, <a href="https://www.diplomaframe.com/PKPBlog"><b>Church Hill Classics</b></a>. Design a frame that complements your home or office and incorporates the Phi Kappa Phi logo. Plus, use code PKPBlog to save $10 off your frame purchase of $100 or more.<br /><br /><b>Graduation Regalia<br /></b>Don’t forget to order your Phi Kappa Phi <a href="https://www.phikappaphistore.org/products?s%5Bf%5D%5Bc%5D%5B%5D=%2FGraduation+Regalia%2FMembers"><b>graduation regalia</b></a> in time for your commencement. Order the Phi Kappa Phi medallion, honor cords and stole separately or combine them in the recognition bundle and get a free tassel!<br /><br />Your membership is a stamp of excellence, and we hope you will take pride in sharing your achievement with the world!The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-9416950436325069862023-12-19T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-19T07:00:00.137-06:00Forum Features: The Beauty of Winter<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlhjiOl17iTb_6O7yaM3w_rEYt6Uqoz19KwPARN9oQNDEBg4ft8QlGyRMLSwO2clxOPI-iLBXxgnGJ6rx5jV_06a0GJ30PuGdiBK0c9akGDnD2J5Jh2ncSRqWFfawJSisbDuEc5_FOswFXpLWiQe0dxditE0NALxRqr4Tl4i-I5IOWGI-O-eUQCucX-9I/s1200/Dec.%2019%20-%20Forum%20Features%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlhjiOl17iTb_6O7yaM3w_rEYt6Uqoz19KwPARN9oQNDEBg4ft8QlGyRMLSwO2clxOPI-iLBXxgnGJ6rx5jV_06a0GJ30PuGdiBK0c9akGDnD2J5Jh2ncSRqWFfawJSisbDuEc5_FOswFXpLWiQe0dxditE0NALxRqr4Tl4i-I5IOWGI-O-eUQCucX-9I/s320/Dec.%2019%20-%20Forum%20Features%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The latest edition of the <i>Phi Kappa Phi Forum</i> will be arriving in your mailbox soon. Continuing with the 2023 season-based topics, the winter edition's theme is "The Beauty of Winter". The featured stories, regular columnists, and even our custom crossword puzzle will all dive deeper into that idea.</div><br />The feature articles discuss:<br /><br /><b>Winter Scene –</b> In a classic painting of snow, writer Rachel Eisendrath finds the brutal and tender sides of human experience.<br /><br /><b>A Legacy of Scholarship –</b> After fleeing the Nazis, Phi Kappa Phi member Ilse Lucy Nusbaum answers an injustice in her father’s academic career.<br /><br /><b>Still Looking –</b> In an anxious world, <i>New York Times</i> essayist Margaret Renkl continues to seek wonder.<br /><br /><b>Winter in Three Countries – </b>Across geography, writer Monica Macansantos experiences a season that ties friends and family.<br /><br /><b>When Winter Came –</b> For longtime Mainer Susan Hand Shetterly, the season seems touched by striking change.<br /><br />As always, we welcome letters to the editor, member news, poetry submissions and story ideas for upcoming themes. Visit <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/Forum"><b>www.phikappaphi.org/Forum</b></a> to learn more.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-44816084548403166502023-12-15T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-15T07:00:00.133-06:002024 Phi Kappa Phi Awards Now Open<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhybgt4N1rycri-B3McP2V5kYi3qT-jwZwTyYakT0rh7nEkXDCKqcCKZOUDsjdFgJAiVwR6xKHuqoorAI5mFGNTaoEVHQWMnYZ7YGXBoebJh-AC2zLXe3o2Gk89yXhh84T4xQ-zIJ4WvknxQbxULCUf3dYTy1fnK5Eyx0A533weOvsDMRgSgmHJxj9kzFw/s1200/PKP22_AwardsSocial_5_1200x760.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhybgt4N1rycri-B3McP2V5kYi3qT-jwZwTyYakT0rh7nEkXDCKqcCKZOUDsjdFgJAiVwR6xKHuqoorAI5mFGNTaoEVHQWMnYZ7YGXBoebJh-AC2zLXe3o2Gk89yXhh84T4xQ-zIJ4WvknxQbxULCUf3dYTy1fnK5Eyx0A533weOvsDMRgSgmHJxj9kzFw/s320/PKP22_AwardsSocial_5_1200x760.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>Don't miss your chance to receive a portion of the $1.3 million Phi Kappa Phi awards individuals each year! Applications are now open for the 2024 award programs including Scholar, Artist and Distinguished Service Awards, Pioneer Awards, Study Abroad Grants, Literacy Grants, Fellowships and Love of Learning Awards.</div><br />Since 1932, Phi Kappa Phi’s award programs has recognized members and students on its chapter campuses for outstanding academic achievement through programs that last year recognized more than 425 individuals.<br /><br />Programs currently accepting applications include:<div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Scholar and Artist:</b> A life membership and a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit cause will be awarded to individuals who demonstrate the ideals of the Society through their lifelong activities, achievements and scholarship. The deadline to apply is Feb. 1.</li><li><b>Distinguished Service: </b>A life membership and a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit cause will be awarded to an individual who has provided sustained, non-compensated volunteer service to others beyond the realm of academia. The deadline to apply is Feb. 1.</li><li><b>Study Abroad Grants:</b> One hundred twenty-five grants of $1,000 each will be awarded to both members and non-members studying abroad. The deadline to apply is March 15.</li><li><b>Literacy Grants:</b> Grants of up to $2,500 are available to Phi Kappa Phi chapters and individual members seeking funding for literacy initiatives. The deadline to apply is April 1.</li><li><b>Pioneer Awards:</b> Fifty $1,000 awards are available to undergraduate members for developing the research, engagement, and leadership skills necessary to become a successful scholar. The Deadline to apply is June 1.</li><li><b>Fellowships: </b>A total of 62 Fellowships are available each year - two at $35,000, six at $20,000 and fifty-four of $8,500 each to members entering the first year of graduate or professional study. The deadline to apply varies by each Phi Kappa Phi chapter. <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/chapters/find-a-chapter"><b>Contact your local chapter</b></a> for deadline information.</li><li><b>Love of Learning Awards:</b> Two hundred awards at $1,000 each, are available to help fund post-baccalaureate studies and professional development for active members. The deadline to apply is June 30.</li></ul>“I am deeply humbled to have been selected as a recipient of the 2023 Pioneer Award. Winning this award means a lot to me; not only does it recognize my past and present achievements, but it also fuels the trajectory of my future career and endeavors,” said Isac Kaba, Pioneer Award recipient.<br /><br />For more information including eligibility requirements and application instructions for each program, please visit <a href="https://phikappaphi.sharepoint.com/sites/sharedstaffsite/Shared%20Documents/General/MARKETING%20&%20MEMBER%20BENEFITS/Monthly%20Benefits%20Posts%20&%20News%20Posts/FY2024%20Benefit%20Content/2023-12/www.phikappaphi.org/awards"><b>www.phikappaphi.org/awards</b></a>.</div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-7837177445756891602023-12-13T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-13T07:00:00.141-06:00Member Discount: Save 35% with LifeLock<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidagNJR1kHWKf3ZlrzwTImuJt4MaSAsviFJUDCfK11RM1woE28WGg6o4cnZxoip0vWkAJHPH_7jhMsvTi2OhG_uJ8zJ4kIXDvSaWaz9N8O_ugTq9Z77kfPTB9ZTuZzFolq96xvHclYFtA-IqtttAyuj4L_l7ltG-jcRHJ9m3TBu24M8N_3CX-dMOKGXZ4/s1200/Dec.%2013%20-%20LifeLock%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidagNJR1kHWKf3ZlrzwTImuJt4MaSAsviFJUDCfK11RM1woE28WGg6o4cnZxoip0vWkAJHPH_7jhMsvTi2OhG_uJ8zJ4kIXDvSaWaz9N8O_ugTq9Z77kfPTB9ZTuZzFolq96xvHclYFtA-IqtttAyuj4L_l7ltG-jcRHJ9m3TBu24M8N_3CX-dMOKGXZ4/s320/Dec.%2013%20-%20LifeLock%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>In a cloud-based, digital world, it’s easy to become prey to cyber criminals and identity theft. Phi Kappa Phi is proud to partner with LifeLock to bring members exclusive protection and savings, including 35% off your first year of LifeLock membership. In addition, each purchase through our partnership supports the Society’s work and mission.</div><br /><a href="https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode=PHIKAPPAPHI"><b>Click here</b></a> to browse LifeLock’s plans and find the one that fits your needs. If you worry about the cost of identity theft, consider LifeLock Standard™ or LifeLock Ultimate Plus™. It’s easy to compare plans to find which is best for you.<br /><br />Upon signing up, LifeLock will stay alert to threats you could miss, and you will be alerted of suspicious activity immediately. If you become a victim of identity theft, U.S.-based agents are on hand to help fix the problem from start to finish. Backed by their Million Dollar Protection PackageTM, LifeLock offers up to $1 million in reimbursement of stolen funds, depending on the limit of your chosen plan.<br /><br />From data breaches and computer viruses to card-swiping overlays at ATMs and gas pumps, the price of identity theft can be steep. Don't risk your time and money by leaving your personal information unprotected. <a href="https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode=PHIKAPPAPHI"><b>Click here</b></a> to get the protection you need from LifeLock, all while supporting the Society.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-50492466192574963772023-12-07T07:00:00.001-06:002023-12-07T07:00:00.128-06:00Season of Light<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjta2Oh5vsbC5w7bwIE6oDjuMBSObAHH7HY3qjTfE_M0BSr62YluV12GkLrkv2PQE1_7IQa8t95SmSYTeJpWW4wxW9foYlLWb4yEUL3EPEdeoEUqFp0fFfLjgI7as8bvynNMHtWOIc1aGknhzAVcjfeKsYhEY7JdgfSODGE_uv6vFUG1z0WqdTG2vTro1w/s1200/Dec.%207%20-%20Tree%20lighting%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjta2Oh5vsbC5w7bwIE6oDjuMBSObAHH7HY3qjTfE_M0BSr62YluV12GkLrkv2PQE1_7IQa8t95SmSYTeJpWW4wxW9foYlLWb4yEUL3EPEdeoEUqFp0fFfLjgI7as8bvynNMHtWOIc1aGknhzAVcjfeKsYhEY7JdgfSODGE_uv6vFUG1z0WqdTG2vTro1w/s320/Dec.%207%20-%20Tree%20lighting%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Staff members of Phi Kappa Phi’s national office ushered in the holiday season this month with a tree lighting ceremony that capped an eventful year for the Society.</div><br />During the ceremony, which took place on Nov. 27, national office staff assembled outside for several moments of reflection, a holiday sing-along, and the lighting of a special tree in Phi Kappa Phi’s garden.<br /><br />The tree, now more than a dozen feet tall, has grown from a small sapling planted by national office staff on March 21, 2022 to honor Phi Kappa Phi members around the world who died in the COVID-19 pandemic.<br /><br />Phi Kappa Phi’s memorial tree is a pond cypress, which is known for its adaptability, resilience, and steadfastness – all qualities at the heart of the Society’s long history. The tree’s reputation for strength has been put to the test since it was planted, proving resolute through wind and storms. A big challenge arrived this summer as record heat and drought strained the Baton Rouge, La. community where Phi Kappa Phi’s national office is located.<br /><br />A number of the city’s trees succumbed to the drought, and Phi Kappa Phi’s memorial tree showed signs of stress, too. But the tree has rebounded well in recent weeks, its branches greening up just in time for the holidays.<br /><br />To celebrate its survival – and Phi Kappa Phi’s continuing promise in a challenging year around the world – the Society’s memorial tree was decorated with a simple strand of white lights.<br /><br />Across many faith traditions and in secular life, too, light is celebrated as a gesture of hope in the winter season. Phi Kappa Phi’s brightly lit memorial tree, visible to the public, is meant to underscore the Society’s enduring legacy of scholarship and progress, an ideal that transcends hardship and loss.<br /><br />Phi Kappa Phi’s holiday spirit is also evident in the reception area of the national office, which includes a tree adorned with the Society’s traditional colors of blue and gold. National office staff volunteers decorated the tree on Nov. 20.<br /><br />To view the full picture album, <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/phikappaphi/albums/72177720313029443/with/53363228757/">click here</a>.<br /><br />In observance of the holidays, Phi Kappa Phi’s national office will be closed from Dec. 18, 2023 until Jan. 2, 2024. During the break, members will still be able to access Society news and services at its website, <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/">www.phikappaphi.org</a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-39004292919777546602023-12-04T07:00:00.002-06:002023-12-04T08:31:51.948-06:00Submit Your Grad Photos to Win!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD8s_isumo7LA_G16W8U1_Dpv_s8xIPMgHY50OUWJtVNFLHfYGtRg3OIR66fmyBZhWnvLvASgye9iW5on58QbirW5UClu1NZ4vXVFVyi3vuzfbHUz6BsSXZdK54LQukeMC2MOacYEYozYjack8u0fDrUdodrDEi1BhgNKxOKu-t7QoUykFzaiecE25YnU/s1200/Dec.%204%20-%20Grad%20Photo%20blog.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD8s_isumo7LA_G16W8U1_Dpv_s8xIPMgHY50OUWJtVNFLHfYGtRg3OIR66fmyBZhWnvLvASgye9iW5on58QbirW5UClu1NZ4vXVFVyi3vuzfbHUz6BsSXZdK54LQukeMC2MOacYEYozYjack8u0fDrUdodrDEi1BhgNKxOKu-t7QoUykFzaiecE25YnU/s320/Dec.%204%20-%20Grad%20Photo%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Calling all Phi Kappa Phi graduates! It's time to showcase your academic achievements and celebrate the culmination of your hard work. Submit photos from your commencement showcasing your Phi Kappa Phi graduation regalia for a chance to win a Lenovo Yoga Tab or Amazon gift card of up to $100 and be featured in Society materials.</div><br />To enter, <a href="https://form.jotform.com/233315381139150"><b>click here to submit your photo(s)</b></a> by Jan. 31. Please limit your submission to no more than five photos. High resolution images (JPEG or PNG) are preferred.<br /><br />The first-place winner will receive a Lenovo Yoga Tab, second place will receive a $100 Amazon gift card and third place will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/gradphoto"><b>Click here</b></a> for more details including official rules and submissions from previous graduation photo contests.<br /><br />If you have questions about the contest, contact <a href="mailto:news@phikappaphi.org"><b>news@phikappaphi.org</b></a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-84320862888010652982023-11-30T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-30T07:00:00.135-06:00William Bowerman Receives Inaugural Phi Kappa Phi Sabbatical Award<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeb2yQBH_LPYoaMog12Ak_Aa9eDW7hmA4755I8RhosxSp0tEhqzZpEiAhhA5zzEG7XM3laQXO_zSWW6HsqBGbPU_1Pq2t-gUL1K103xJ4G9oUL0VFQVJ11cTKls45fsQgaUdKJo7IEbBnJxTKqxdjD-xqVsQk3UrYvVxEmTQfOH0kU7g012vpjFo2RpI/s1200/Nov.%2030%20-%20Sabbatical%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeb2yQBH_LPYoaMog12Ak_Aa9eDW7hmA4755I8RhosxSp0tEhqzZpEiAhhA5zzEG7XM3laQXO_zSWW6HsqBGbPU_1Pq2t-gUL1K103xJ4G9oUL0VFQVJ11cTKls45fsQgaUdKJo7IEbBnJxTKqxdjD-xqVsQk3UrYvVxEmTQfOH0kU7g012vpjFo2RpI/s320/Nov.%2030%20-%20Sabbatical%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>William “Bill” Bowerman, professor of wildlife ecology and toxicology at the University of Maryland, College Park, has been selected by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines—as the inaugural recipient of the Phi Kappa Phi Mary Todd Sabbatical Award.</div><br />The $50,000 Sabbatical Award, named for former Society Executive Director, Dr. Mary Todd, honors one faculty member to support a sabbatical year or similar reassignments of duties. Bowerman will use the funds from the award to conduct research on the effect of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and its transmission to domestic poultry flocks.<br /><br />Bowerman intends on conducting research both locally and nationally, in hopes of creating new collaborations across five continents and bringing together some of the largest and longest data sets on populations of sea eagles. “I had a big dream for my sabbatical, this award will make it a reality,” said Bowerman.<br /><br />The selection process for a Sabbatical Award is based on applicant letter addressing the significance of the proposed research or other scholarly project and the relevance of the proposed activity in contributing to Phi Kappa Phi's mission of recognizing and promoting academic excellence in all fields of higher education and engaging the community of scholars in service to others.<br /><br />“It is with great pleasure that we recognize Bill with Phi Kappa Phi’s inaugural Sabbatical Award. This new Phi Kappa Phi award was designed to recognize our faculty scholars and dedicated volunteers who demonstrate the Love of Learning throughout their career. We look forward to witnessing the continued impact of William’s extraordinary research and service activities well into the future,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.<br /><br />The Sabbatical Award is one of the newest additions to the Society’s robust portfolio of award and grant programs, which gives $1.3 million each year to outstanding students and members through graduate and dissertation fellowships, funding for post-baccalaureate development, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives. Phi Kappa Phi is proud to offer an award exclusively for undergraduates and this program is a welcome addition to the Society's portfolio.<br /><br />To learn more about the Society’s award programs, visit <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/awards"><b>www.phikappaphi.org/awards</b></a>. The application process for the 2024 Sabbatical Award will open in August 2024.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-1908380361316036092023-11-29T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-29T07:00:00.163-06:00Member Spotlight – Ross Bachiller<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5JQ-6l5UsXLteyEknYh9ZqcYEaR2EhVBlrmFdJetv89m4T2pMCpGG3AM_Tn0nsuG2DS_vO5Q2g9_0F4IlTvn649a12s-B7ztSkjs_bGJOWiMttaewCbLQjtH04EfX09ymI4qlGsi_J-ALjZlXU7Tftlc50Kc3XNPjBqiPv6SWFCRhjZcw2KeUkjiIqG8/s1200/Nov.%2022%20member%20spotlight%20-%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5JQ-6l5UsXLteyEknYh9ZqcYEaR2EhVBlrmFdJetv89m4T2pMCpGG3AM_Tn0nsuG2DS_vO5Q2g9_0F4IlTvn649a12s-B7ztSkjs_bGJOWiMttaewCbLQjtH04EfX09ymI4qlGsi_J-ALjZlXU7Tftlc50Kc3XNPjBqiPv6SWFCRhjZcw2KeUkjiIqG8/s320/Nov.%2022%20member%20spotlight%20-%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Born and raised in Pioduran, Albay, Philippines, Ross Bachiller earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in library and information sciences at the University of the Philippines Diliman Campus. He was initiated into Phi Kappa Phi in 2023 while pursuing a doctorate in Philippine studies and international relations at UP Diliman and has twice received the UP Diliman Presidential and Leadership Scholarship.</div><br />Ross is a licensed librarian and is employed at the Truman Bodden Law School Library in the Cayman Islands.<br /><br />He enjoys serving the Filipino community, which led him to establish the Layunin ng Mapayapang Kaisipan Movement in 2014. The group works to improve local children's educational outcomes and quality of life by providing development support and advocacy through multiple programs, including storytelling, reading, feeding, gift giving, games, school supplies giving and more. Ross has received many awards over the years for his community service work, including the 2022 Iconic Professional Educator Leader and Remarkable Humanitarian Advocate of the Year Award from the Alliance of Hospitality and Tourism Movers of the Philippines.<br /><br />Let’s get to know Ross!<br /><br /><b>Why did you accept the invitation to join Phi Kappa Phi?<br /></b>Joining Phi Kappa Phi recognizes my academic achievements and commitment to excellence and validates my hard work and dedication. I accepted the invitation for recognition, networking, resume building, access to numerous resources, and the ability to engage in community service and leadership activities. I also believe it will open doors to numerous personal and professional growth opportunities.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite meal to cook?<br /></b>I love to cook Bicol Express and adobo, delicacies in the Philippines.<br /><br /><b>What do you enjoy most about living in the Cayman Islands?<br /></b>Living in the Cayman Islands offers a high quality of life, low crime rates, good healthcare, and a stable political environment combined with beautiful natural resources and a tax-friendly environment. I also enjoy the beauty of the beaches, specifically the ever-popular Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City.<br /><br /><b>What motivates you to work hard?<br /></b>The poverty and financial difficulty that my family has experienced motivates me to work hard in every endeavor. It fuels my desire to be more dedicated and passionate about my studies and the job opportunities given to me.<br /><br /><b>How do you unwind and reduce stress?<br /></b>The Layunin ng Mapayapang Kaisipan (Goal of the Peaceful Mind) Movement I founded helps me unwind and reduce stress. I participate in different outreach programs such as storytelling, feeding programs, crafts, and games. Seeing the genuine smiles of the children we impact makes me feel balanced and complete.<br /><br /><b>What’s your favorite childhood memory?<br /></b>The simplicity of life of our family in the beautiful municipality of Pioduran. With my beloved parents and siblings, we were happy and contented even if we encountered financial problems. For me, contentment means to be happy with what you have, who you are, and where you are.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite movie?<br /></b>James Cameron's "Titanic". The movie is about the 1912 sinking of the RMS Titanic. It stars Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio. The two play characters who are of different social classes. They fall in love after meeting aboard the ship.<br /><br /><b>What’s the best advice you were ever given?<br /></b>Always choose kindness instead of anger, hatred, or violence. It means we make a conscious effort to put kindness into the world, no matter the circumstances. That was the best advice given to me by my beloved mother.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite holiday?<br /></b>I love the Christmas season in our country. I am reminded of the Filipino family-centric values wherein families reunite during Christmas. We often go to our hometowns to spend Christmas and always look forward to Simbang Gabi, a novena or nine-day series of masses in anticipation of Christmas and to honor the Blessed Mother, and Noche Buena (a Christmas Eve celebration).<br /><br /><b>What are your hobbies?<br /></b>I enjoy collecting different types of refrigerator magnets and stamps. Some were bought in souvenir stores, but others in my collections were given to me by my friends.<br /><br />To learn more about Ross and connect, visit his profile within our online member community <a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=fbccd602-a688-460a-98cc-0189470d73d7"><b>here</b></a>.<br /><br />Is there someone you would like to see in the spotlight? Send your nomination to <a href="mailto:engagement@phikappaphi.org?subject=Member%20Spotlight"><b>engagement@phikappaphi.org</b></a>, and include background information for the nomination.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-1462116147816668582023-11-28T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-28T07:00:00.144-06:00Support Phi Kappa Phi on Giving Tuesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2A6h0xG2W357vS8udZp3iOPqExmmhnkDrYl8qCSQT6T5oE_HhwP0ZbBsxE9a7tvuKhUKfWg6y0WDrN3vlymXDy0rvhAED4QH2zuW8wjqw524g11azjgBzS-xc1msIAsendvtwOmCi2uqRIIfoY6wtzrELgDfjr60xoFwRMXx3l6hh-yUTF99szOUjvrY/s1200/of%20GT%20blog%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2A6h0xG2W357vS8udZp3iOPqExmmhnkDrYl8qCSQT6T5oE_HhwP0ZbBsxE9a7tvuKhUKfWg6y0WDrN3vlymXDy0rvhAED4QH2zuW8wjqw524g11azjgBzS-xc1msIAsendvtwOmCi2uqRIIfoY6wtzrELgDfjr60xoFwRMXx3l6hh-yUTF99szOUjvrY/s320/of%20GT%20blog%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Today is <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/givingtuesday">#GivingTuesday</a>! We’ve had a day for giving thanks…now we have a day for giving back!</div><br />As we embrace the spirit of generosity on Giving Tuesday, there's no better way to make a lasting impact than by supporting the mission of Phi Kappa Phi.<br /><br />From awards to member benefits, we're able to provide opportunities for every stage of learning — and they are made possible only through the generosity of donors like you. Your gift will go toward vital programs and services designed to foster a lifelong love of learning.<br /><br />Please join us today, November 28, and help show the power of collective generosity this Giving Tuesday, by making a <a href="https://donate.phikappaphi.org/CSiDonate/Give.aspx/856BF6B0#c">tax-deductible gift</a> to Phi Kappa Phi.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>When you give on Giving Tuesday, you are helping create tomorrow's opportunities!The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-14577556855862359472023-11-27T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-27T07:00:00.135-06:00Member Mentions – November 2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSwQq2DaK55VgnZIAme1miGNTRU4ow_OXm-n5gq8CKkICLmvOzIgw8Zzk-6Dfv0LLGN1HQ5VSkjlHbBBoJmeGAkoXk-wEbUVfr2PG4mAm9FuP0dCdZZCbcW8MUZ51Ej6nB-IWEbcpcfVojFuKP15zphosz8B4oOkgJYb9ylG7AYgfhdIBEUpv-vZyUqfQ/s820/Member%20Mentions-web.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="627" data-original-width="820" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSwQq2DaK55VgnZIAme1miGNTRU4ow_OXm-n5gq8CKkICLmvOzIgw8Zzk-6Dfv0LLGN1HQ5VSkjlHbBBoJmeGAkoXk-wEbUVfr2PG4mAm9FuP0dCdZZCbcW8MUZ51Ej6nB-IWEbcpcfVojFuKP15zphosz8B4oOkgJYb9ylG7AYgfhdIBEUpv-vZyUqfQ/s320/Member%20Mentions-web.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi's international community is a unique blend of students, academicians, and corporate and civic leaders from all fields of endeavor. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi recognizes and rewards academic success. That recognition doesn’t end after initiation. From their time in school to their professional career, Society members’ hard work continues to pay off and be acknowledged.</div><br />Phi Kappa Phi would like to congratulate these members on their recent achievements: <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=a950b71e-b394-4880-a18b-72d1356526ba"><b>David Tindoll</b></a> (Mississippi State University) received the Epting/Mathews Co-op Student of the Year Award presented by the MSU Career Center’s Cooperative Education Program. The award recognizes one outstanding co-op student for academic excellence, exhibited professionalism in the workplace and leadership. Tindoll will receive a scholarship provided by program sponsors. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=47e6b178-3726-4c77-84f4-5e4a1f4899ef"><b>Anna Ware Brown</b></a> (University of Mississippi) was recently crowned the Ole Miss Homecoming Queen. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=2f72a7dc-d035-4bec-b269-a2fbdcf463b2"><b>Madeleine Dotson</b></a> (University of Mississippi) was named a finalist for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. The Rhodes Scholarship allows students from around the world to study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom to complete their master's or doctoral degree. <br /><br />Do you have an accomplishment you’d like to share? Email your member news to <a href="mailto:news@phikappaphi.org"><b>news@phikappaphi.org</b></a> to be considered for inclusion. <br /><br /> The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-89655469746887894882023-11-22T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-22T07:00:00.147-06:00Phi Kappa Phi Adds Three New Chapters <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFNgmpGfqujRL3I7P9z-dlTQO5XtuPKlycdAGOMSO_XPO-miFT-oR2ymYKnha6atAzTOJDqMdq2vWyjs6xZlIlLOom-c-nPJCi4VVaThKlYvzK-fBaYWjXq23P-nsTTwEum7LwFcFb0octQHaXtqot4LtxwNQocaLsW8dNOfkb4FrAltFTczEXBT9eEDQ/s1200/meredith%20college.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFNgmpGfqujRL3I7P9z-dlTQO5XtuPKlycdAGOMSO_XPO-miFT-oR2ymYKnha6atAzTOJDqMdq2vWyjs6xZlIlLOom-c-nPJCi4VVaThKlYvzK-fBaYWjXq23P-nsTTwEum7LwFcFb0octQHaXtqot4LtxwNQocaLsW8dNOfkb4FrAltFTczEXBT9eEDQ/s320/meredith%20college.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Phi Kappa Phi is growing, with three new chapters installed at campuses around the United States during an especially busy autumn 2023 season.</div><br />Fall is typically an active time for Phi Kappa Phi as many of its approximately 325 campus chapters initiate new members. But in October and November, three newly created chapters gathered for the first time, expanding the Society’s community of scholars.<br /><br />The new chapters are located at Ave Maria University in Ave Maria, Florida; Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina; and Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut.<br /><br />Ave Maria University, a Catholic institution of higher learning established in 2003, installed its new chapter on Oct. 17. Its first slate of officers includes President Agnes Berki, Presidents-elect Ladislav Sallai and Stephen Wirick, Secretaries Megan Hare and Marie Ferman, Treasurer TJ Ijima, and Public Relations Officer John Spadaccini.<br /><br />“To have a chapter of Phi Kappa Phi on Ave Maria’s campus means inspiring our community to greater heights and possibilities,” Chapter President Agnes Berki said. “The motto of Phi Kappa Phi, ‘Let the love of learning rule humanity,’ and the motto of Ave Maria University, ‘The Splendor of Truth,’ resonate with each other on a deep and fundamental level. The pursuit of truth is the end to which all learning is directed; hence, the two mottos are mutually reinforcing.”<br /><br />Meredith College, which installed its new Phi Kappa Phi chapter on Oct. 25, began in the 19th century as a small women’s college but has since grown to include abut 1,600 students, including men who are part of its graduate programs. Officers elected to serve the new chapter are President Betty-Shannon Prevatt, President-elect Laura Davidson, Secretary Jean Jackson, Treasurer Whitney Manzo, and Awards Officer Rebecca Duncan.<br /><br />“I think it means Meredith College is able to have national recognition for the work and scholarship that we’ve already been doing,” new Chapter President Betty-Shannon Prevatt said of Phi Kappa Phi’s presence on campus.<br /><br />Founded in 1963 with fewer than 200 students, Sacred Heart University now serves about 10,000 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students as the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England. Sacred Heart installed its new Phi Kappa Phi chapter on Nov. 3, with the following officers selected to advance its mission: President Christina Gunther, President-elect Molly Paguaga, Secretary Guljana Torikai, Treasurer Chris Lieby, Awards Officer Chris Mavrides, and Volunteer and Service Learning Officer Anne Johnson.<br /><br />“Our new chapter means a deeper fostering of our community of academic excellence, where diverse disciplines converge in pursuit of knowledge and scholarly achievement,” Chapter President Christina Gunther said. “Our chapter symbolizes a commitment to recognizing and celebrating the outstanding achievements of our students, faculty, staff, and community partners while supporting our culture of lifelong learning and service within our university community. I am honored and humbled to serve as chapter president.”<br /><br />Phi Kappa Phi began in 1897 with 10 seniors and two faculty members at the University of Maine. It now has about 100,000 active members around the world and awards $1.3 million a year to outstanding scholars.<br /><br />“We’re thrilled to welcome these new chapters to Phi Kappa Phi’s community of scholars,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Bradley Newcomer. “Their commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and community service exemplifies Phi Kappa Phi’s highest ideals.”<br /><br />For more information about starting a Phi Kappa Phi chapter on your campus, <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/chapters/starting-a-chapter">click here</a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-18401987023429742422023-11-16T07:00:00.002-06:002023-11-30T10:32:05.881-06:00Tinsel and Savings Galore this Holiday Season<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYdCY-RL2B35xKsug6bKMZwq9r-YXyX3DVcJOAZbaUFiAA5eKHxE7axWoD-7QnK-kUj217dL9jz-VXQ60L10Q6jiy-qVjK1SMnQV0SA8gUk5DxrdB_NJGVZNAz4PpozStt4qS5ABDiRlTmy-QaHGXxiyGB2D0tk9bDo-Uyzlt32-mMwEYHmlb5yLn7Lh0/s1200/Nov.%2016%20-%20Holiday%20Shopping.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYdCY-RL2B35xKsug6bKMZwq9r-YXyX3DVcJOAZbaUFiAA5eKHxE7axWoD-7QnK-kUj217dL9jz-VXQ60L10Q6jiy-qVjK1SMnQV0SA8gUk5DxrdB_NJGVZNAz4PpozStt4qS5ABDiRlTmy-QaHGXxiyGB2D0tk9bDo-Uyzlt32-mMwEYHmlb5yLn7Lh0/s320/Nov.%2016%20-%20Holiday%20Shopping.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The holiday season is upon us, which means we will soon be shopping. Whether you’re looking for the latest technology or stylish trends, you can save big when you shop these Phi Kappa Phi partners.</div><br /><b>Brooks Brothers<br /></b>Find stylish presents that will bring a smile to the sophisticated dresser on your list. Members can sign up for a complimentary Brooks Brothers Corporate Membership Card and save 15% on regularly priced Brooks Brothers merchandise. Learn more at <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/discounts-promotions/shopping"><b>www.PhiKappaPhi.org/Brooks-Brothers</b></a>.<br /><br /><b>Dell, HP and Lenovo<br /></b>Have a techie on your list? Access savings on select Dell laptops, desktops, and hundreds of electronics and accessories through the Phi Kappa Phi Dell Member Purchase Program at <a href="http://www.dell.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>www.Dell.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a>.<br /><br />Shop HP’s broad line of notebooks, desktops, printers, accessories, and more at <a href="http://www.hpdirect.com/Member/Phi_Kappa_Phi"><b>www.HPDirect.com/Member/Phi_Kappa_Phi</b></a>, and save up to 35% off your HP purchases.<br /><br />Instantly save up to 40% off Lenovo laptops, PCs, gadgets, and gifts for all on your list. Shop the Lenovo member store at <a href="http://www.lenovo.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>www.Lenovo.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a> today.<br /><br /><b>Franklin Planner<br /></b>We all have that one person on our list who gets joy from being organized, so why not help them get a head start in the new year? Shop at <a href="http://www.franklinplanner.com/"><b>www.FranklinPlanner.com</b></a> and use promo code PKPMEMBER to save 15% on your purchase.<br /><br /><b>UPS<br /></b>Ship with UPS this holiday season and save up to 50%. <a href="https://www.savewithups.com/phikappaphi">Click here</a> to sign up for a new UPS account or log in to your existing one to take advantage of savings when you ship.<br /><br />Finally, don’t forget to protect yourself while you shop. Enjoy a safer online shopping experience this holiday season with LifeLock. Phi Kappa Phi members can enjoy 35% off their first year of LifeLock. <a href="https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode=PHIKAPPAPHI"><b>Click here</b></a> to learn more.<br /><br />Happy Holidays from Phi Kappa Phi and our partners! To learn more about all the Society’s partners that can help you save this holiday season, visit <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/discounts-promotions"><b>www.PhiKappaPhi.org/Discounts</b></a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-71495528067771283312023-11-14T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-14T07:00:00.147-06:00Giving Tuesday – Help Spread the Word<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoCQW_RT7nP80WtrJlJTQkbkTGIJpNjEFsiqnDyYEiXSG1_0I3VJuLAU18Sv4AUBgwCtkPTZwJdIDcxzzPhAcCEog27W3QQCHQ04ogG98mCGMkNgE4qCorYq4AvV_g3iYhiXG2K12TIklPYw47qL_PMt7WY-mWT2DhlwQWt0CamAz1BA2YEStoQBWrBvs/s1200/Giving%20Tuesday%20(1200%20x%20760%20px).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoCQW_RT7nP80WtrJlJTQkbkTGIJpNjEFsiqnDyYEiXSG1_0I3VJuLAU18Sv4AUBgwCtkPTZwJdIDcxzzPhAcCEog27W3QQCHQ04ogG98mCGMkNgE4qCorYq4AvV_g3iYhiXG2K12TIklPYw47qL_PMt7WY-mWT2DhlwQWt0CamAz1BA2YEStoQBWrBvs/s320/Giving%20Tuesday%20(1200%20x%20760%20px).png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Tic-tock—It's the final countdown! We're two weeks away from <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/about/giving-opportunities/giving-tuesday"><b>Giving Tuesday</b></a>, and we invite you to join us in spreading the word about the event. Leading up to Nov. 28, you can encourage fellow members, family and friends to join the movement to support the Phi Kappa Phi mission.</div><br />Sharing your generosity can inspire others to do the same. All gifts, no matter the size, will open doors of opportunity to members, students and communities, both near and far. <br /><br />From awards to member benefits, we're able to provide support at every stage of learning — and it is made possible only through the generosity of donors like you. Your commitment to honor and excellence makes it possible for Phi Kappa Phi to currently distribute $1.3 million to deserving students and members. <br /><br />Ready to help? We challenge you to:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Share our <a href="https://donate.phikappaphi.org/givingtuesday"><b>donation link</b></a> with five friends and family members to expand your impact! </li><li><a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/about/social-media"><b>Follow</b></a>, like and share Phi Kappa Phi’s #GivingTuesday updates on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter </li><li>Download art from our <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/about/giving-opportunities/giving-tuesday/giving-tuesday-social-kit"><b>social media toolkit</b></a> and share on your social pages. </li><li>Share your <a href="https://form.jotform.com/202534811668154"><b>#WhyIGive story</b></a> with us for the chance to be featured on our national social media channels. </li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/3455556964698456"><b>RSVP</b></a> to our Giving Tuesday event on Facebook and invite others.</li></ul>Gifts made on this global day of giving back will help others realize their goals and build a better tomorrow for us all. Use your love of learning to inspire someone else's dream of the future. <br /><br /> The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-7537716159031040782023-11-13T07:00:00.002-06:002023-11-13T07:00:00.133-06:00New Member Benefit: Member Options<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbl5JyrGxN2fB46X1AprPSar8Te1_T0H7R9-r2aGhLvNOYObtDilszf1FxwU4LLfXjz0xBYq5HIrRd50wrw9omc3TCW6yFUtGd9_OUGyzDDH37yC1rYgBIUyIlBYoih15v9up6eJybFSp_ZmCke0ZvSaPuBaKOcl333WGwN5UgAcF4e-CnLpEEbEsU1Ws/s1200/Member%20Options%20Announcement%20Blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbl5JyrGxN2fB46X1AprPSar8Te1_T0H7R9-r2aGhLvNOYObtDilszf1FxwU4LLfXjz0xBYq5HIrRd50wrw9omc3TCW6yFUtGd9_OUGyzDDH37yC1rYgBIUyIlBYoih15v9up6eJybFSp_ZmCke0ZvSaPuBaKOcl333WGwN5UgAcF4e-CnLpEEbEsU1Ws/s320/Member%20Options%20Announcement%20Blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The Society is excited to announce its partnership with Member Options. Take the guesswork out of finding the lowest home, auto and renters insurance rates, and get multiple quotes from up to five top-rated carriers like Farmers, Progressive, Safeco and Travelers in a matter of minutes.</div><br />There are countless options for auto insurance, and Member Options can help you save as much as $810. No more doing all the research yourself. Member Options will help you find affordable insurance for less. <br /><br />Save time and money by getting multiple quotes at once with Member Options. They even make switching your carrier mid-policy simple and fast. Call (833) 378-8224 to speak with a licensed insurance agent. It’s quick, easy and convenient.<br /><br />To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.member-options.com/PKP"><b>www.Member-Options.com/PKP</b></a>.<br /><br />The Society is partnered with more than 30 companies to help you save. Visit <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/Discounts"><b>www.PhiKappaPhi.org/Discounts</b></a> to learn more.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-87480195964409436342023-11-10T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-10T07:00:00.135-06:00Save When You Ship with UPS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSMED2EYYisKaba-WfvBc6IwlfDKyrFxqmzqS13Xs0WmKMCzUDOctEBxVw37JQrQGHw0vpQ6CRFeWfWmVFdQ5i0ncSK0L2Vy63CWvzKcyOPoy5PNLfS5bJTlXx6Hm980U461mJs7Pc6AcHein4TfQb4TJY_mz2ayl-8Jt_hT2Nk27wGDYBiFdvTidZXo/s1200/Nov.%2010%20-%20UPS%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSMED2EYYisKaba-WfvBc6IwlfDKyrFxqmzqS13Xs0WmKMCzUDOctEBxVw37JQrQGHw0vpQ6CRFeWfWmVFdQ5i0ncSK0L2Vy63CWvzKcyOPoy5PNLfS5bJTlXx6Hm980U461mJs7Pc6AcHein4TfQb4TJY_mz2ayl-8Jt_hT2Nk27wGDYBiFdvTidZXo/s320/Nov.%2010%20-%20UPS%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The holiday shipping rush is just around the corner, and UPS is ready to help you save on your shipments and ensure they arrive on time. Make this holiday season more manageable with savings of up to 50%.</div><br />Visit <a href="http://www.savewithups.com/phikappaphi"><b>www.SaveWithUPS.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a> to sign up for a new UPS account or log in to your existing one. Plus, you support the Society each time you ship with UPS.<br /><br />Have questions about holiday shipping services and dates? Visit <a href="http://www.ups.com/holidays"><b>UPS.com/Holidays</b></a> to learn more about holiday season shipping, services, and recommended ship-by dates.<br /><br />Happy Holidays from Phi Kappa Phi and our partners! To learn more about all the Society’s partners that can help you save this holiday season, visit <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/Discounts"><b>www.PhiKappaPhi.org/Discounts</b></a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-22818050393655872182023-11-09T07:00:00.004-06:002023-11-09T07:00:00.135-06:00Phi Kappa Phi Announces 2023-2024 Circle of Excellence Chapters<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikw5DFzf6qhcnMdA9yzANjniINT3dyyZ1gaVpO1WbF70XJYW6d8rLPEmG4JJWJNKdJ1lX63DHd7-hFJGi8lWjBzx-BzZdpJVijLBsl5fjc23gGogPxt4hNRX1p0ZF0xqSnRcdjLdbUibEde12ErMDo05PLTpGMCcdTuvU3dZtOWeUcG5rByKd0bFMpPq8/s1200/Circle%20of%20Excellence.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikw5DFzf6qhcnMdA9yzANjniINT3dyyZ1gaVpO1WbF70XJYW6d8rLPEmG4JJWJNKdJ1lX63DHd7-hFJGi8lWjBzx-BzZdpJVijLBsl5fjc23gGogPxt4hNRX1p0ZF0xqSnRcdjLdbUibEde12ErMDo05PLTpGMCcdTuvU3dZtOWeUcG5rByKd0bFMpPq8/s320/Circle%20of%20Excellence.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Phi Kappa Phi today announced the chapters receiving a 2023-2024 Circle of Excellence commendation. The awards—Platinum, Gold, and Silver—are given to the Society’s top chapters that excel in recognizing and promoting academic excellence on their local campus and engaging the community of scholars in service to others.</div><br />The Circle of Excellence distinction was introduced in 2018. This year, the program named 74 chapters with recognition including 13 as Platinum, 23 as Gold and 38 as Silver. <br /><br />“The cornerstone of Phi Kappa Phi is constituted by our chapters and officers. We take immense pride in acknowledging and celebrating the chapters that embody our mission by presenting them with the Circle of Excellence Awards. Let the love of learning continue to rule,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.<br /><br />By receiving the Circle of Excellence honor, these chapters are recognized as thriving organizations that hold annual initiations, uphold the Society Bylaws, regularly attend chapter training opportunities and submit a chapter-endorsed nominee to the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship Program. <br /><br />Chapters achieving the Circle of Excellence distinction receive: <br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>a commendation letter from the Society sent to campus administration </li><li>special recognition on the Phi Kappa Phi website </li><li>specially-designed logo for use in chapter communications </li><li>a cash award</li></ul>To learn more about the Circle of Excellence program and see the full list of 2023-2024 chapters, visit <a href="http://www.phikappaphi.org/2024Excellence"><b>www.phikappaphi.org/2024Excellence</b></a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-78430834633535214162023-11-08T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-08T07:00:00.150-06:00Announcing Our Costume Contest Winner<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBosV0a-cB37Om7GKJnamJOMm0jipJIwJj9e-8OYhpOyiqRYsWqcAEA__8krFwYoxUzjkt79JEwqDNvq6DyPNjIFggmaB1QP-GIKzsRLmy7QZJJXoomNIqsboyczrwHv3FDAwLpeS5dfdL76aYMG3FuBwV2OjcZT5wT8Oe8as-v7xrP6DqJqDxIyVMLvI/s1200/Nov.%208%20-%20Costume%20contest%20blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBosV0a-cB37Om7GKJnamJOMm0jipJIwJj9e-8OYhpOyiqRYsWqcAEA__8krFwYoxUzjkt79JEwqDNvq6DyPNjIFggmaB1QP-GIKzsRLmy7QZJJXoomNIqsboyczrwHv3FDAwLpeS5dfdL76aYMG3FuBwV2OjcZT5wT8Oe8as-v7xrP6DqJqDxIyVMLvI/s320/Nov.%208%20-%20Costume%20contest%20blog.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>Throughout October, we challenged Society members to share their Halloween creativity by posting costumed pictures in our Link community. Now it's time for the treats!</div><br />The golden ticket for the best costume goes to <a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=29fa567e-1056-4279-833e-0184882e0e88"><b>Curtis Cathcart</b></a> (Marshall University) who dressed as Willy Wonka himself. As our contest winner, Cathcart will receive a goodie bag of Phi Kappa Phi merchandise valued at over $100.<br /><br />If you missed out on this one, your next chance to win is coming soon. Watch for our semi-annual graduation photo contest launching Dec. 4.<br /><br />To see all of the costume entries, <a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/discussion/enter-the-2022-halloween-costume-contest#bmf91f4040-9432-474d-8184-018b25023608"><b>visit the Halloween costume conversation</b></a> in the Link community. The community is available to active members only, and you will be required to log in with your Phi Kappa Phi credentials. For login assistance, email <a href="mailto:webmaster@phikappaphi.org"><b>webmaster@phikappaphi.org</b></a>.<br /><br />Not active? <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/join/renew-your-membership"><b>Click here</b></a> to renew your membership and gain access to this exclusive benefit.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-34235990808059490402023-11-07T07:00:00.001-06:002023-11-07T07:00:00.142-06:00Celebrate Generosity on Giving Tuesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzutGuT_e6Djd_yYhIwACHHNsraTOzkinQmKC-OdMh-2uZ23BPmrLer01gkBmDW3uUVxbOB_RnwLeFlg7KXiL67ODu8umRTb8GsWzKoo72ZkFcxXBwZu1wGQ_l7vR0iX0pzyhQy6IGfHPT_koJCSdA_aaoOBBBhNnFEsrPHju_ZXo8ayxeO9dyYwXhQHA/s1200/PKP23_GivingTuesday_DigitalResizes_1200x760.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzutGuT_e6Djd_yYhIwACHHNsraTOzkinQmKC-OdMh-2uZ23BPmrLer01gkBmDW3uUVxbOB_RnwLeFlg7KXiL67ODu8umRTb8GsWzKoo72ZkFcxXBwZu1wGQ_l7vR0iX0pzyhQy6IGfHPT_koJCSdA_aaoOBBBhNnFEsrPHju_ZXo8ayxeO9dyYwXhQHA/s320/PKP23_GivingTuesday_DigitalResizes_1200x760.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>As the holiday season draws near, our attention turns to the gift-giving season and finding the perfect item for the important people in our lives. Here at Phi Kappa Phi, the most important people are our members – you! At the end of the month, we will celebrate <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/pkp-giving/giving-tuesday"><b>Giving Tuesday</b></a> – a global day of philanthropy dedicated to giving back through the support of nonprofit organizations.</div><br />Join us on Nov. 28 to give the gift of a lifetime, supporting our mission and paving a path for excellence. Your contribution, no matter the size, will help us make a real difference in the lives of deserving students, members, and communities around the world.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/docs/default-source/about-phi-kappa-phi-documents/giving-tuesday/giving-tuesday.ics?sfvrsn=7b9415e0_34&download=true"><b>Mark the date</b></a> on your calendar and <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/about/social-media"><b>follow us</b></a> on social media for updates leading up to the big day.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-91903407379683916702023-11-02T07:00:00.001-05:002023-11-02T07:00:00.130-05:00Save Big on Holiday Travel<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiovtdtAWjWWJ6-prd4InlFxMH0YysnxiFWwMm8OrFMEHPpHUB2WypgfXVpje5zJ7a0Eqxk5Pkk_7Yjy9GfiqBifPWEa0W-rjUT1QBCv7-sSTvqCKFbUZ_fGfUhVHZRsFd0eNCJjUZ-voAe6KrbUN3Km0SMQQ5job5__8MaydNIPTPJDZf-4rb__uueacc/s1200/No.v%202%20-%20Holiday%20Travel.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiovtdtAWjWWJ6-prd4InlFxMH0YysnxiFWwMm8OrFMEHPpHUB2WypgfXVpje5zJ7a0Eqxk5Pkk_7Yjy9GfiqBifPWEa0W-rjUT1QBCv7-sSTvqCKFbUZ_fGfUhVHZRsFd0eNCJjUZ-voAe6KrbUN3Km0SMQQ5job5__8MaydNIPTPJDZf-4rb__uueacc/s320/No.v%202%20-%20Holiday%20Travel.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>For a lot of us, the holiday season means we’ll be on the road to visit friends and family. Don’t spend your holiday budget on travel. Book through the Society’s partners to save big on airfare, hotels, vehicle rentals, airport parking, guided travel and more.</div><br /><b>Airfare and Hotels<br /></b>Phi Kappa Phi members, friends and family can take advantage of huge savings of up to 60% off hotels and 20% off airfare. <a href="https://memberdeals.com/phikappaphi/?login=1"><b>Click here</b></a> to find your perfect deal today.<br /><br /><b>Airport Parking<br /></b>Access a 10% discount at all Parking Spot locations nationwide. <a href="https://theparkingspot.com/promotions/corporatehome.aspx?ccode=PhiKappaPhi"><b>Click here</b></a> to order your Phi Kappa Phi Spot Club Exec card, view discounted rates, get directions and make reservations.<br /><br /><b>Guided Travel<br /></b>Have you been hoping to plan the trip of a lifetime? Now is the perfect time to gift yourself a trip for 2024.<br /><br />Save up to $600 per person on guided travel with Collette, a guided travel pioneer who has taken travelers across the globe for the last 100 years. Visit <a href="https://www.gocollette.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>https://www.GoCollette.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a> to learn more about how you can save on a trip of a lifetime.<br /><br />Road Scholar offers members savings of $100 on any one of their learning adventures in 150 countries and 50 states. Visit <a href="https://www.roadscholar.org/HSPKP"><b>www.RoadScholar.org/HSPKP</b></a> to sign up for a Road Scholar catalog, and you’ll receive $100 off your first Road Scholar adventure.<br /><br /><b>Vehicle Rentals<br /></b>Save up to 35% off Avis base rates. From the car to the accessories, choose what best fits you and your trip. Visit <a href="https://www.avis.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>www.Avis.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a> to make your reservation.<br /><br />Book your rental through Budget to save up to 25% off base rates To make your reservation, visit <a href="https://www.budget.com/PhiKappaPhi"><b>www.Budget.com/PhiKappaPhi</b></a>.<br /><br />You can also access a discount of up to 10% off Enterprise and National standard rates. <a href="https://elink.enterprise.com/en/phikappa.html"><b>Click here</b></a> to book your reservation.<br /><br />Happy Holidays from Phi Kappa Phi and our partners! To learn more about all the Society’s partners that can help you save this holiday season, visit <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/discounts-promotions"><b>www.PhiKappaPhi.org/Discounts</b></a>.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-86349643832477505842023-10-30T07:00:00.001-05:002023-10-30T07:00:00.137-05:00Member Mentions – October 2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEierDdqmfgnm8oFdE9LqOFv4BDYdw5RKCEW0WsUARsbr2694Dx3d4OTxpZ1i1aC8Urb1t1Qm6MApcdZwRNYkN6Ltim2OauoPEDrUXxUAAEjFv1ldfdJX2kf4pz_1LpmL1lw_MOdDY1qzGV86g88CRkGbUvM-YWrlx1xzVpv9mO8rm8vS79BoU4RkNL5VOY/s820/Member%20Mentions-web.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="627" data-original-width="820" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEierDdqmfgnm8oFdE9LqOFv4BDYdw5RKCEW0WsUARsbr2694Dx3d4OTxpZ1i1aC8Urb1t1Qm6MApcdZwRNYkN6Ltim2OauoPEDrUXxUAAEjFv1ldfdJX2kf4pz_1LpmL1lw_MOdDY1qzGV86g88CRkGbUvM-YWrlx1xzVpv9mO8rm8vS79BoU4RkNL5VOY/s320/Member%20Mentions-web.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi's international community is a unique blend of students, academicians, and corporate and civic leaders from all fields of endeavor. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi recognizes and rewards academic success. That recognition doesn’t end after initiation. From their time in school to their professional career, Society members’ hard work continues to pay off and be acknowledged.</div><br />Phi Kappa Phi would like to congratulate these members on their recent achievements: <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=1101e17a-2c76-469e-a0ad-01879be5c5a2"><b>Cierra Anzelmo</b></a> (Youngstown State University) is the recipient of the 2023-24 Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Student Scholarship of $10,000 for Undergraduate Students. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=3b771cad-b2c7-415c-a491-a5704b90a7a5"><b>Brooke Bailey</b></a> (Troy University) was among the students recognized for outstanding achievements in academics during the Accountancy Day Award Ceremony at Troy University. Bailey received the Accounting Society Award, Becker Professional Education CPA Review Course, and Bettie Hopper Perpetual Memorial Scholarship. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=eed82e9b-b90c-4670-93ed-a9f1427b4cf7"><b>Brandy Burbante</b></a> (Nicholls State University) was recently appointed as the Library Director of Ellender Memorial Library at NSU. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=8c80be5b-3a63-4e7a-b8b7-a82d2732cb79"><b>Laura Clippard</b></a> (Middle Tennessee State University) was selected by the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program to serve as a Gilman Advisor Ambassador. She will serve as a voice for higher education, advising diverse U.S. colleges and universities about the Gilman scholarship program. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=f2f4f053-e7cd-4dfe-856a-935fca8bdc18"><b>Ethan Lambert</b></a> (University of Mississippi) was selected as one of four 2023 Portz Scholars in the National Collegiate Honors Council's annual competition for outstanding undergraduate honors papers. Lambert won $375 and a free trip to present his honors thesis at the 58th annual NCHC conference in Chicago this November. <br /><br /><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=5e16470e-8fe4-4170-950b-a401576f11a1"><b>Lydia Shanklin Roll</b></a> (University of Kentucky) was recently selected as an Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science & Technology Policy Fellow. Fellows are doctoral-level scientists who engage in a year-long immersive opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the U.S. government while leveraging their expertise to help confront major societal issues. <br /><br /><b>Andrew Ng</b> (Carnegie Mellon University) and <b>Keith Dreyer</b> (Michigan State University) were recently named in Time Top 100 Influential People in AI list. Ng is the founder of DeepLearning.AI and Dreyer is the chief data science officer at Mass General Brigham. <br /><br />Do you have an accomplishment you’d like to share? Email your member news to <a href="mailto:news@phikappaphi.org"><b>news@phikappaphi.org</b></a> to be considered for inclusion. <br /><br /> The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-60570072048035890022023-10-26T07:00:00.001-05:002023-10-26T07:00:00.138-05:00How to Boost Your Networking Efforts on LinkedIn<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHwD8cAn5IsSXETAjzCzieKhfcXpnQ1O7zyLY7xhI6kgGFRKxUbdM-jLI347YPMnyMCu8wpcPMqSJd7Iuco17K3wBa8cL6_as4vUfBHCa3HOcWmaqDcXR77QzG5AsrnQfJELnCzpRHDoIdidflAq_bS680noXzRNVc_8DA8sgWVLKjFjUE3f-m3jiZlls/s1200/Kim%20Thompson.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHwD8cAn5IsSXETAjzCzieKhfcXpnQ1O7zyLY7xhI6kgGFRKxUbdM-jLI347YPMnyMCu8wpcPMqSJd7Iuco17K3wBa8cL6_as4vUfBHCa3HOcWmaqDcXR77QzG5AsrnQfJELnCzpRHDoIdidflAq_bS680noXzRNVc_8DA8sgWVLKjFjUE3f-m3jiZlls/s320/Kim%20Thompson.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>LinkedIn turned 23 years old in May and remains a vital part of your career connections. Most recently, LinkedIn has 875 million members, and 52 million people use it weekly for their job search.</div><br />Even though other social media platforms may have more users, LinkedIn remains a strategic way to connect with other professionals in the business community. As with other marketing tools, it is only as effective as the user. It takes planning and effort to network on LinkedIn, but unlike traditional networking that takes place during special events or within business hours, it is open 24/7, regardless of your location.<br /><br />LinkedIn’s purpose is to help you build your network by connecting to people you know and those with whom you share similar interests. It differs from Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram in that it focuses on growing your professional contacts instead of personal ones.<br /><br />Networking will always be vital to growing your career. Learning how to meet new people, join groups or attend training events is all available to you on LinkedIn. How you approach others and grow your contacts list remains up to you.<br /><br />Recently a friend received an invite, and we discussed how well the person briefly described her background, what they shared in common, and the purpose of wanting to connect. Her invitation stood out and made a positive impression. Instead of using LinkedIn’s auto invite to help members connect, she addressed her by name, making the message and connection more personal. The approach was much more effective in making a good impression and attracting interest versus a generic invite.<br /><br />Even though the speed and ease of making connections to people are not comparable to traditional networking, you still need to follow some golden rules of networking to make your efforts successful such as:<div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Have patience and stay consistent with the process. It takes time to build relationships and make new contacts.</li><li>Post information that could help others and slowly build a community of contacts with similar interests. Develop an attitude of looking for ways to give back rather than take from others. Make your interactions give and take, mostly giving, to build credibility and goodwill.</li><li>Follow others on LinkedIn you would like to connect with and comment on their posts. Have good manners and show thoughtfulness when reaching out to others. Joining groups and asking questions is a great way to generate conversations and become part of a discussion.</li><li>Think quality rather than quantity. While others may opt for the open networker status with literally thousands of connections, the reality is that you only have so much time to devote to building quality relationships.</li><li>Keep following up with those you meet. You build momentum and keep your relationships moving forward when you try to keep others informed and in the loop.</li><li>Be genuine when sending a LinkedIn invite. Using generic invitations sends the same message as a “to whom this may concern” letter. If you take the time to add a bit of personality to your message, it makes your invitation genuine and shows more interest.</li><li>Traditional networking is primarily based on timing and luck, such as an unexpected meeting with a senior executive at work that is unplanned. The benefits of social networking take out the luck factor and give you access to numerous people rather than waiting to meet with them accidentally. Social networking needs to be part of your relationship-building efforts. However, you need to use it actively.</li></ul><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/communities/community-home/viewthread?GroupId=79&MessageKey=cc33c2ad-dcad-4ce7-a26f-92e43928cd58&CommunityKey=cd8c41d2-b4ea-4ba3-8b3b-9dd037eef8de#bm5c37549f-8293-473d-a19a-018a4c1c9f03"><b>Click here</b></a> to tell us about your networking success on LinkedIn. How do you take it to the next step and use it to advance your career opportunities? We would love to hear your advice and tips!</div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-66884987960075844972023-10-25T07:00:00.001-05:002023-10-25T07:00:00.152-05:00Member Spotlight – Mohammad Hossein Tavangar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVFhmg02t_e1Ijhyphenhyphen0ylR_qP2rGw8ubsli5e9We1vjfjTkQWEUnMTR9huqa4ofSKnH5bHCVNwvk5YTgP2ejToTeAZSGO7b1oSvnXU9exjVXE_mwFtHDCtUQ11a9ZGCSUy0VbloEKByYOp1h1zrNnvc_B5sN0zyUXVZpm5vrmSIaKO2oyfG_wnQs0UHt3J4/s1200/Oct.%2025%20member%20spotlight%20-%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVFhmg02t_e1Ijhyphenhyphen0ylR_qP2rGw8ubsli5e9We1vjfjTkQWEUnMTR9huqa4ofSKnH5bHCVNwvk5YTgP2ejToTeAZSGO7b1oSvnXU9exjVXE_mwFtHDCtUQ11a9ZGCSUy0VbloEKByYOp1h1zrNnvc_B5sN0zyUXVZpm5vrmSIaKO2oyfG_wnQs0UHt3J4/s320/Oct.%2025%20member%20spotlight%20-%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>Mohammad Hossein Tavangar was born and raised in Mashhad, Iran. After earning a bachelor’s degree in economics, he completed a master’s degree in management at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was initiated into Phi Kappa Phi.</div><br />As a venture capitalist, Mohammad guides startups and established companies toward success, turning visionary ideas into strategic actions across various sectors. He also serves as the Financial Advisor for the European Commission in Brussels and Director at the Founder Institute Germany in Berlin.<br /><br />Mohammad finds immense joy and fulfillment in giving back to the global community. He volunteers with Transparency International Deutschland, Wedu, DELITELABS, Leaders for Climate Action, Futures4Europe, 2hearts, and Epic Foundation.<br /><br />Let's get to know Mohammad!<br /><br /><b>Why did you accept the invitation to join Phi Kappa Phi?<br /></b>Joining Phi Kappa Phi was an easy decision; it was like being invited to join a family of lifelong learners and intellectual explorers. Their commitment to academic excellence aligns beautifully with my personal ethos.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite sports team?<br /></b>I'm a fervent supporter of FC Barcelona. Their games are a spectacle of teamwork and strategy, which I find deeply inspiring.<br /><br /><b>What are your hobbies?<br /></b>Outside the fast-paced world of finance, I find solace in the rhythm of music and the thrill of mountaineering. The former allows me to express my emotions and unwind, while the latter challenges me physically and mentally, making me push my boundaries. I also have a penchant for astrophotography, a hobby that perfectly combines my love for the outdoors and my fascination with the cosmos.<br /><br /><b>What accomplishment are you most proud of?<br /></b>One of my most cherished accomplishments is the successful launch of a sustainable development initiative during my tenure at the European Commission. This initiative aimed at supporting underprivileged communities in developing nations. To see tangible improvements in the lives of these communities was deeply fulfilling.<br /><br /><b>What piece of advice would you share with someone entering college?<br /></b>To those embarking on their college journey, I'd say - stay endlessly curious, embrace every challenge, and remember that stepping outside your comfort zone often leads to the greatest rewards.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite thing to cook?<br /></b>My favorite dish to prepare is a hearty lasagna. It is delicious and nutritious and allows me to get creative with various combinations of vegetables, cheeses, and spices, making each preparation an exciting culinary adventure.<br /><br /><b>What was your first job?<br /></b>My first professional endeavor was as a market analyst at Iran Oil Exploration Operation Company. It instilled in me the importance of thorough research, strategic foresight, and meticulous attention to detail.<br /><br /><b>What’s the best advice you were ever given?<br /></b>The best pearl of wisdom I ever received was from my father, who said, "Integrity is the cornerstone of success." It has since been my guiding light.<br /><br /><b>What’s your favorite childhood memory?<br /></b>Among a treasure trove of fond childhood memories, one that stands out is my first solo bicycle ride. After countless attempts and falls, the moment I finally managed to balance and pedal away on my own was one of pure joy and accomplishment. It taught me the invaluable lesson that perseverance pays off.<br /><br /><b>What is your favorite holiday?<br /></b>Christmas holds a special place in my heart. It's a time of kindness, giving, and togetherness. The aura of warmth, love, and joy that envelops everyone during this season is truly magical. Whether it's decorating the Christmas tree, baking cookies, or exchanging gifts, every tradition associated with Christmas fills me with a sense of nostalgia and happiness.<br /><br />To learn more about Mohammad and connect, visit his profile within our online member community <a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/members/profile?UserKey=220283f8-378a-41cd-91b8-01870b91ad9c"><b>here</b></a>.<br /><br />Is there someone you would like to see in the spotlight? Send your nomination to <a href="mailto:engagement@phikappaphi.org?subject=Member%20Spotlight"><b>engagement@phikappaphi.org</b></a>, and include background information for the nomination.The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-34594726076093670372023-10-24T07:00:00.003-05:002023-10-24T07:00:00.149-05:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZPW66VQ1wQTN_-Emtwe8BNODFKvtH_Dpmz0FfRIImmi9_Ay1rGiGv48lG6J6b-gkmDqlh2hlgzrcutHw34PBAmNCNbG4gXR8dCEd5woW8Cxa4uddqC1yn6GhFgfe7rwM8Q5A6VOIwB6WcZBk87BP0NISXzLnCCT02iGLm9ZNFpLZWNgwVCvcrXyPVqoQ/s1200/Forum%2015%20-%20blog.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZPW66VQ1wQTN_-Emtwe8BNODFKvtH_Dpmz0FfRIImmi9_Ay1rGiGv48lG6J6b-gkmDqlh2hlgzrcutHw34PBAmNCNbG4gXR8dCEd5woW8Cxa4uddqC1yn6GhFgfe7rwM8Q5A6VOIwB6WcZBk87BP0NISXzLnCCT02iGLm9ZNFpLZWNgwVCvcrXyPVqoQ/s320/Forum%2015%20-%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>With each edition of the Society's <i>Forum </i>magazine, "<i>Forum </i>15" highlights elements of popular culture related to the theme. Our goal is to affirm that the ideas we discuss in Forum have a vivid presence in our daily lives – in the books we read, the shows we watch, the songs we sing, the movies we see, and the buildings we admire.</div><br />As we prepare for the spring edition focusing on the theme of stewardship, we'd love your suggestions for items to include in "<i>Forum</i> 15." Can you think of a work of art, architecture, literature, or music that perfectly expresses the ideal of stewardship? By stewardship, we mean taking care of something so that it can be passed along to future generations. <div><br /></div><div><a href="https://link.phikappaphi.org/discussion/forum-15-stewardship#bm5622f924-5868-4d0f-95a0-3fc443c00786"><b>Share your ideas</b></a> in our members-only online community. We'll include as many ideas as we can in the spring <i>Forum</i>. <br /><br />The community is available to active members only, and you will be required to log in with your Phi Kappa Phi credentials. For login assistance, email <a href="mailto:webmaster@phikappaphi.org"><b>webmaster@phikappaphi.org</b></a>. <br /><br />Not active? <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/join/renew-your-membership"><b>Click here to renew</b></a> your membership and gain access to this exclusive benefit.</div>The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348889471380653615.post-55921946639047020202023-10-23T07:00:00.001-05:002023-10-23T07:00:00.137-05:00The Princeton Review Presents: MCAT Practice Test<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_AY4DyJZB4rdi3lTHv6RX8O9hkPxlRs4Ajdf-xV1YmTJ-SUu1_RE2n8mdO-I1ERzx1ecx-j8bCDwd4XrPVNB7Hhg5QBPnjX0BiSn7D0xZGKXjRvejm_hkMks4wciIy5-ab9SNG_jgO_2AZpLM1q6_tHZQ_0PSBETvnWjE4pLPuY9Xvt4TZ10p0DuRd0Q/s1200/Oct%2023%20-%20MCAT%20Practice%20Test%20blog.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="1200" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_AY4DyJZB4rdi3lTHv6RX8O9hkPxlRs4Ajdf-xV1YmTJ-SUu1_RE2n8mdO-I1ERzx1ecx-j8bCDwd4XrPVNB7Hhg5QBPnjX0BiSn7D0xZGKXjRvejm_hkMks4wciIy5-ab9SNG_jgO_2AZpLM1q6_tHZQ_0PSBETvnWjE4pLPuY9Xvt4TZ10p0DuRd0Q/s320/Oct%2023%20-%20MCAT%20Practice%20Test%20blog.png" width="320" /></a></div><div>The Society has teamed up with its partner, The Princeton Review, to offer a free virtual <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/08hBfKBP4P"><b>MCAT Practice Test</b></a> on Saturday, November 18, at 9 a.m. C.T.</div><br />Taking a practice test gives you a better sense of your strengths and weaknesses, and it's a great first step towards your ultimate goal—getting the score you want! Find out how you will score by taking a full-length practice test under realistic testing conditions. After the test, you’ll receive a personalized score report highlighting your strengths and areas of improvement.<br /><br /><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/08hBfKBP4P"><b>Click here</b></a> to register now.<br /><br />If you are looking for in-depth review courses, test prep materials, or tutoring, don’t forget that the Society is partnered with The Princeton Review to offer members savings of up to 15% off all classroom, online and self-paced test prep courses for the MCAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT and more. <a href="https://www.phikappaphi.org/members/benefits/discounts-promotions/learning-development"><b>Click here</b></a> to access our exclusive promo codes and learn more.<br /><br />Here are more resources that may help you prepare for medical school:<br /><br />Knowledge is Power | <b><a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/medical/mcat-information">Review</a> </b>in-depth information about the MCAT, including how much it costs, how long the test is, and the maximum score you can earn.<br /><br />Medical School Admissions Counseling | Medical school admission is fierce, and The Princeton Review’s goal is to get you noticed. Get started by taking their <b><a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/med-school-admissions/med-school-counseling?ceid=nav-gd">survey</a> </b>to find out where you stand right now as a medical school applicant.<br /><br />Medical School Management Tool | <b><a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/med-school-admissions/medical-school-management-tool">Access</a> </b>The Princeton Review’s free medical school management tools and reminders to make sure you build your medical school application the right way.<br /><br />Dedicated 1-on-1 Support | Access expert instruction with flexible schedules and locations. <a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/medical/mcat-tutoring-course"><b>Learn more</b></a> about MCAT private tutoring.<br /><br />Upcoming Webinars and Archive | <b><a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/event/webinars?ceid=nav-hs-0#!medicalschooladmissions">Access</a> </b>a wide range of medical school topics, from crafting your personal statement to why high MCAT scores can still be rejected.<br /><br />Find the Right Medical School | <b><a href="https://www.princetonreview.com/med-school-search">Compare</a> </b>medical schools based on location, admissions criteria, concentrations, tuition costs, and more.<br /><br />Since 2005, our members have trusted The Princeton Review to help them prepare for test day and achieve their academic goals, and you can too!The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00967330536606995651noreply@blogger.com0