Our Mission
The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.
About ΒΓΕ (Beta Gamma Epsilon):
Recognizing and encouraging academic excellence of Stark State students, ΒΓΕ (Beta Gamma Epsilon), Stark State’s ΦΘΚ (Phi Theta Kappa) local chapter, helps promote scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship. We are not a fraternity or a sorority. We are an honors society that recognizes and encourages students’ leadership and academic achievement.
Find out how to join us by visiting our Member page.
About ΦΘΚ (Phi Theta Kappa):
Since 1929, ΦΘΚ has been recognized by the American Association of Community Colleges as the official honor society of the two-year college. We are open to all two-year college students who qualify regardless of academic major, full or part-time status, or whether you’ve yet to receive your high school diploma.
There are many benefits of membership in ΦΘΚ. Membership in an honors society looks good on a job application, résumé, or college application. ΦΘΚ offers opportunities for leadership, growth, and personally rewarding participation in community service projects. Each student receives recognition by wearing a gold stole and tassel at graduation. In addition, membership in the society is noted on the student’s transcripts and it is embossed on their diploma. There is also extensive opportunity for scholarship rewards exclusively for ΦΘΚ members.