Area 1

11:00am – 11:25am

All That Glitters is Not Gold

Faustina Washburn and Monica Hernandez
Don’t fall for the scam. Learn how fraudsters disguise fake jobs, scholarships, and aid, and gain tools to spot red flags and protect yourself.

11:40am – 12:05pm

How to Use AI as a Student: Practical and Ethical Strategies for Academic Success

Yamil Guevara, Ph.D.
Use AI smarter, not riskier. Learn ethical strategies to boost research, writing, studying, and career prep while protecting your integrity and critical thinking skills.

12:20pm – 12:45pm

From Few to Fierce: Engaging Members Through a Core Team of Actives

Prof. Falechia A. Turman and Prof. Jocelyn A. Turner
Turn casual attendees into your chapter’s Fierce Core. Discover proven strategies to build deep student investment and create unstoppable, sustainable chapter momentum.

1:00pm – 1:25pm

Running Great Meetings: How Robert’s Rules Can Help Your Chapter Chart Its Course

Dr. Michael Troy Shell
Great leaders guide journeys. Learn fun, practical ways to use Robert’s Rules to run fair, focused, energized meetings and lead with confidence.

1:40pm – 2:05pm

The Secrets to Social Media and Visibility on Your Campus

Tori Penney, Kamy Dube, and Bree Michaud
Great leaders guide journeys. Learn fun, practical ways to use Robert’s Rules to run fair, focused, energized meetings and lead with confidence.

2:20pm – 2:25pm

You’re Not Starting Over: Understanding and Owning Your Transfer Story

John Bracken
Transfer isn’t starting over—it’s leveling up. Own your story, celebrate your growth, and recognize the resilience, adaptability, and strength you already bring.

3:00pm – 3:25pm

Ignite Opportunity: Campus Fundraising for Golden Opportunity Scholarships

Liam Blakeway
Learn how to spark scholarship support on your campus by building awareness, launching member-led fundraising campaigns, and supporting the PTK Foundation through initiatives like Scholar Dash and other impact-driven events.

3:40pm – 4:05pm

Beyond Graduation: Staying Engaged with Phi Theta Kappa as an Alum

Jen Morrow and Lavada Burse
Graduated, but not done. Discover meaningful ways to stay involved locally, regionally, and internationally while growing as a leader and lifelong PTK advocate.

4:15pm – 5:15pm

Division I Meet and Greet

Pattie Van Atter and Monica Bates
Meet your Divisional Team in person, put faces to names, and ask questions as you connect with the people supporting your PTK experience.

Area 1

12:00pm – 12:45pm

Make a life-changing impact for patients around the world.

Matthew Benoit
As the PTK and NMDP partnership continues to grow, your chapter’s participation will help create a world where EVERY patient can receive their life-saving cell therapy. NMDP can’t do it alone, we NEED your help.  Stop by to hear an overview of the low-lift service project with a HUGE impact that truly does make a difference.

12:40pm – 1:05pm

How PTK Can Boost Admissions Into Medical, Dental, Health Professions and STEM Programs

Dr. Lisa Eccles
Breaking into competitive medical, dental, and STEM programs takes persistence. Discover how PTK bridges barriers and builds the professionalism mindset needed for success.

1:20pm – 1:45pm

Members, Members, Members! Engage your membership – Work Hard, Play Hard, and GROW your chapter!

Gigi Delk, Ronda Knight, and Hannah Robinette
Every chapter wants more active members. Come learn how to get your current and future members involved in chapter activities!

4:45pm – 5:45pm

Division III Meet and Greet

Kristy LeVert and Ashley Tkach
Meet your Divisional Team in person, put faces to names, and ask questions as you connect with the people supporting your PTK experience.

Area 1

12:30pm – 12:55pm

Shutting Down Imposter Syndrome

Terri Sanders
Imposter Syndrome holding you back? Let’s unpack it, own it, and build the confidence to move past self-doubt and step into your success.

1:10pm – 1:35pm

Graduating Soon? How to Continue Your Involvement with Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa’s Alumni Advisory Board Officers
Are you graduating this spring? If so, don’t miss this flash forum to learn how you can stay involved with PTK after leaving the two-year college. Discover how PTK can help you transfer or enter the job market, continue to enjoy your member benefits, engage with a local alumni association, and give back to help tomorrow’s members.

1:50pm – 2:15pm

Transforming research into action: Strategies for a meaningful and competitive HIA project

Dr. Lorin Williams and Sam McManus
Turn research into action. Learn a step-by-step process to build a focused, competitive Honors in Action project aligned with PTK priorities and real community impact.