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The Alpha Iota Epsilon chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Lincoln Trail College welcomed 23 new members during its spring induction ceremony.
Chapter Co-Advisor Carrie Brown opened the ceremony with welcoming remarks. Vice President of Fellowship Chance Moscardelli presented the candidates, and Chapter President Kylee Hosman delivered the charge. Kassey Shipman, vice president of scholarship, spoke on the symbolism of the torch, followed by Vice President of Leadership Kendyn Syfert, who shared the symbolism of the white rose.
Syfert joined Vice President of Service Cole Bonds and Shipman to present the symbolism of the Phi Theta Kappa emblem. Hosman then led the new members in the Phi Theta Kappa Pledge.
Chapter Co-Advisor Kim Schucker highlighted the chapter’s recent accomplishments and encouraged new members to run for officer positions. Lincoln Trail College President Tona Ambrose concluded the ceremony.
The new members of Phi Theta Kappa are:
Chayse Aldrich, Cameron Baker, Sajjen Chester, Kaitlyn Cooper, Elliot Gallaher, Harley Jean, Rachel Livesay, Claira McGee, Adam Newell, Peyton Osteen, Jaycee Phillips, Kollin Ramos, Jacqueline Reel, Samuel Rickman, Hayden Slate, Faith Tooloose, Brynndalyn Varner, Paige Waggoner, Catelyn Witte, Kaydence Woodsmall, Kline Woodward, Bianca Wyatt, and Melanie Wyatt.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the official honor society for two-year colleges, recognized by the American Association of Community Colleges since 1929. Founded in 1918, PTK celebrates academic achievement and fosters personal growth, leadership, and service among community and technical college students. With nearly 1,250 chapters in 11 nations and more than 4.3 million students inducted, PTK provides a transformative experience that connects its 230,000 active members to opportunities for scholarships, leadership development, and success beyond the classroom.
To qualify for membership, students must complete at least 12 credit hours of college-level coursework and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5.
