Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society and the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation are pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Karpinski Gorman as its new Executive Director following a national search. A proud PTK alumna and former International President, Gorman brings her deep connection to the organization and passion for empowering community college students like…
When it comes to transforming student lives through scholarships, few organizations do it better than the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation (CCSF). The organization has impacted the lives of almost 7,000 community college students through more than $8 million in scholarships—and counting. “For more than two decades, CCSF has redefined what is possible for community college students—not…
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation announces the appointment of Kevin Byrne to its Board of Trustees. Byrne brings more than two decades of experience in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership to the board. Byrne currently serves as CEO of the Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation and the Elisabeth C. DeLuca Foundation, where he leads strategic grantmaking…
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation announces the appointment of Dr. Monica Marlowe as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Dr. Marlowe brings nearly 30 years of experience in higher education, including more than a decade in advancement and fundraising. A proud alumna of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Dr. Marlowe holds a Ph.D. in…
From the classroom to the boardroom, Dr. David Pierce believed in the power of community colleges — and in Phi Theta Kappa’s role in transforming student lives. Price was instrumental in the capital campaign to raise funds for construction of PTK’s permanent headquarters and for recognizing the All-USA Academic Team at the AACC annual meeting.
What began as one man’s admiration for community college students became a family legacy of life-changing generosity. Through Robert, Ray, and Jackie Hites, the Hites Transfer Scholarship continues to open doors for Phi Theta Kappa members—proof that belief in others can echo for generations. See how their legacy lives on.
Dr. Jo Marshall and her late husband, Dr. Scott Marshall, were a true Phi Theta Kappa duo—dedicated to empowering students and educators alike. From leadership development to lifelong friendships, their decades of service helped shape the heart of the organization. Explore their legacy of impact.
Rosemary and Lou Oberndorf believe in the power of completion—and they’re making it possible for students to cross the finish line. Their Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship helps students overcome unexpected financial hurdles, turning setbacks into success stories.
Mississippi is benefiting from a new partnership between Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) and the Bower Foundation. The partnership aims to help hardworking, high-achieving Mississippi community college students complete their degrees in nursing and allied health fields. The initiative, funded by the Bower Foundation, provides PTK member scholarships to 600 students across the state….
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) elected five new International Officers during PTK Catalyst 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. These students were chosen by their peers—more than 220,000 active members—to serve as the 2025–2026 International Officer Team, the highest student leadership position within the organization. More than honorary ambassadors, these student leaders engage in what…
Before Nick Moore made it to Capitol Hill and the Alabama Governor’s Office, he was a Phi Theta Kappa member. Nick began his higher education journey at Enterprise State Community College in Alabama, according to his Roadtrip Nation profile. At Enterprise State, he joined the Tau Mu Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and later served as chapter vice president. This early…
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Monica Marlowe to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Marlowe brings 27 years of experience in higher education, including more than a decade in advancement and fundraising. A proud community college alumna, Dr. Marlowe holds a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership, a master’s degree in education with…
