Students who have completed 12 transferable credit hours and have a 3.3 cumulative GPA at the college are invited to join PTK every fall and spring semester.
Alpha Iota Beta Chapter President Tiffany Plumber opened the festivities and JSRCC Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. David Loope welcomed the audience. One hundred and twelve new members were inducted, many of whom participated in the ceremony.
Regent University Professor of Business and Leadership Studies Dr. Corne Bekker delivered a motivational speech as the key note speaker, emphasizing the students’ opportunities and responsibilities as leaders.
“Leadership ultimately is about dreams,” exclaimed Bekker. “I would encourage you to dream. I challenge you not to dream with your eyes closed, but with your eyes open. When we open our eyes and dream, we open our lives.”
In closing Bekker stated, “Capture your heart, but at the same time open your eyes and dream. Nothing is impossible if you open your eyes and dream.”
Established in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Socienty serves to recognize and encourage the academic achievement of two-year college students and provide opportunities for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programming. Reynolds has two chapters at the college. The Alpha Iota Beta chapter represents members enrolled in programs at the Parham Road Campus and the Alpha Gamma Omicron chapter represents members enrolled in programs at the Goochland and Downtown campuses. JSRCC has inducted 4,604 members since 1982.
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