LibGuides: Phi Theta Kappa: Honors in Action

What is the Honors in Action Program?

Honors in Action (HIA) is a unique program designed to combine academic research, problem solving, and action-oriented service towards solving real world problems. It is an accessible and flexible program created to engage all students and PTK chapters regardless of chapter size or student majors. It is the best of both worlds, gaining valuable research experience while also serving the community!

How It Works

Connect with the HCC chapter and work together to identify a pressing issue either on campus or in the surrounding community.
Research your topic and gather information on ways to improve upon this issue.
Create a plan of action to address the identified need and coordinate to provide the community with the service action.

Benefits of Participating

Become a leader on campus.

Build your critical thinking skills.

Learn to work as part of a team.

Collaborate with community leaders and build valuable networks.

HIA Resources

Check out the valuable resources from PTK.org for useful resources to help you start your own Honors in Action project!

HIA Workbook
A useful guide to help you develop a successful HIA program.
Academic Resource Guide
This guide provides tips for conducting research and evaluating sources.
Developing A Research Question
This guide provides helpful starting points and questions to ask when developing your research topic.
HIA Sample Project
A helpful example of what a completed Honors in Action Project may look like.

Honors in Actions Grants
Apply for the Honors in Action Grant Program to help enhance your chapter's HIA programs.