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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Eta Beta Chapter

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Eta Beta Chapter

Purpose

The purpose of the Eta Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Southwest Texas College shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development of leadership and service, and the cultivation of fellowship among qualified students of this college.

Benefits

Benefits of membership in the Eta Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa include, but are not limited to:
  • Access to over $246 million in scholarships
  • Personal, academic, and professional development
  • Transfer guidance
  • Paid travel to various conferences, workshops, and events, both in and out of Texas
Some benefits, particularly travel, may have additional requirements. Contact us to find out more!

Eligibility

To be eligible for membership, students must meet the following requirements:
  • Minimum of 12 academic hours at SWTXC
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA for all academic hours at SWTXC
  • Enrolled in minimum 6 academic hours at SWTXC
In order to remain a member, students must meet the following requirements:
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Enrolled in minimum 6 hours at SWTXC
Student eligibility is determined by advisors on the 12th class day of the Fall and Spring semesters. Eligible students will be invited by chapter by mail and SWTXC email.

There is a $75 one-time membership fee.

If you believe you are eligible but have not received an invitation, contact us ASAP.

If you are/were a member in good standing in another chapter, contact us ASAP with your membership ID number. As long as you are/were a member in good standing, we will honor their membership requirements.

Induction

We host two Induction Ceremonies a year, one in the Fall, one in the Spring. Attendance at the ceremony is not required, but is highly encouraged. More information regarding Induction is provided with the invitation and payment letter.

Fall 2023 Eta Beta Chapter students pose for a photo in front of a dark blue background Spring 2024 Eta Beta Chapter students pose for a photo in front of a dark blue background

Officers

The Eta Beta chapter has seven officer positions open to members: President, Vice President, Communications & Public Relations Officer, Fundraising & Service Officer, Finance Officer, Parliamentarian, and Vice President of Pre-Collegiate Studies.

 

Fall 2023 Eta Beta Chapter Officers pose for a photo in front of a dark blue background

Pictured: Alma Garza, President; Milagros Garza, Vice President; Jocelyn Garcia, Finance Officer; Yulissa Fuentes, Fundraising & Service Officer; Michelle Villarreal, Communications & Public Relations Officer

We still need a Parliamentarian and Vice President of Pre-Collegiate Studies! If you’re interested, check out the PTK Canvas to learn more!

Advisors

Advisors Contact Information

R Schell

Randa Faseler Schell, Ed.D.
Advisor

mail icon Email: rschell@swtjc.edu

black phone headset icon Phone: (830) 591-7296

R Alldritt

Ryan Alldritt
Advisor

mail icon Email: rjalldritt@swtjc.edu

black phone headset icon Phone: (830) 591-7336

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Contact

If you have any questions, are interested in membership, or need volunteers for an event, please be sure to contact us at: etabeta@swtjc.edu 

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Eta Beta Chapter
Southwest Texas Junior College
2401 Garner Field Road
Uvalde, TX 78801