Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the official honor society for two-year colleges, recognizing academic achievement and offering scholarships, leadership training, and service opportunities.
Lake Region State College’s PTK chapter was established in 2007 and chartered in 2008. Part of a global organization founded in 1918, PTK is based on four pillars: Scholarship, Leadership, Fellowship, and Service.
Scholarships
PTK members have access to exclusive scholarship:
- $246 million in transfer scholarships through 800+ four-year institutions
- Scholarships for associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees
- All-Academic recognition at LRSC
Career & Leadership Tools
Free online programs help students prepare for careers and leadership roles:
- Competitive Edge
- Employment Edge
- Healthcare Edge
- Transfer Edge
- Research Edge
- Leadership course
Transfer Success
PTK Connect helps members find transfer-friendly colleges and explore scholarships.
Campus Involvement
Members participate in service projects and academic activities:
- Literacy efforts (book giveaways, reading events)
- Service projects (Blanket making, food drives, Adopt-a-Highway)
- Academic engagement (Banned Book Study, Online Escape Room, Murder Mystery)
- Student Senate events (films, speakers, competitions)
Why Join PTK?
- $90 million in scholarships
- 3.5 million members worldwide
- $46 million in transfer-specific scholarships
Explore more: https://www.ptk.org/about/why-join/
Faculty Advisors
Tammy Riggin, Advisor
Tammy.Riggin@lrsc.edu | 701-662-1645
Lisa Ginther, Advisor
Lisa.Ginther@lrsc.edu | 701-662-1649
