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Phi Theta Kappa: Honors in Action

Speaking English Language Overseas (SELO)

 

 

This year, Phi Theta Kappa partnered with an organization called Speaking English Language Online (SELO). Students teamed up with a classroom of Ukrainian students via Zoom on Saturday mornings to discuss storytelling. The goal of this project was to help students improve their English skills and to make the campus more aware of language opportunities for students. 

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. 

The 2023 Honors In Action Project: The Power of Story

According to the National PTK Website: "The 2024/2025 Honors Study Topic has eight themes that serve as lenses to explore “The Power of Stories.” Each theme has an overarching question. These questions are important to your team’s investigation because if your research question and conclusions can answer the overarching question in some way, you are using the correct theme for your Honors Study Topic investigation. If not, check the other themes and overarching questions to see if one fits your team’s interests better."

HIA Resources

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

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