For 2012, 126 scholars attending community colleges across Texas, were awarded with the honor of being recognized for their academic and service achievements. Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for junior college and community colleges select from a list of candidates who are nominated by their school faculty. Each two-year school campus is allowed to nominate two students for the honor. Final decision is based on academic success, service to the community & college, and clear demonstration of leadership skills.
Shelly Alejandro from Grayson College was among the highest achievers. “It was an honor to receive the award and I am grateful to Grayson College, all my professors and Mary Linder, my PTK adviser,” Alejandro said. “Everybody I came into contact with at GC wanted me to succeed in my education.” In addition to attending a ceremony and receiving a commemorative medal, every student of the All-Texas Academic Team will be offered a full tuition, fees, room and board scholarship awarded by the University of Texas at Arlington to but used at any partnering college.
Phi Theta Kappa is key in distributing more than 37 million dollars in scholarships across the country. For more information on the Phi Theta Kappa honor society contact Steven Johnson, Assoc. VP of External Relations.
Texas Association of Community Colleges
1304 San Antonio, Ste 201
Austin, TX 78701
512.476.2572
For a complete list of the or to view those recognized in any of the other 32 participating states, visit the Phi Theta Kappa Website.