Reynolds Community College student
Khodr Khalil has been named a 2017 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and
will receive a $1,000 scholarship. He is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members
nationally to earn the distinguished honor.
The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise
Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members defray educational
expenses while enrolled in associate degree programs. Scholars are also
encouraged to assume leadership roles by participating in Society programs and
are selected based on scholastic achievement, community service, and leadership
potential. Nearly 1,000 applications were received.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
provides $200,000 in funding for the scholarships, with $25,000 set aside for
members who are veterans or active members of the U.S. military. The remaining
amount is supported by donations to the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation and provides
Leaders of Promise Global Scholarships, earmarked for international students.
“The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has
a long history of providing financial assistance to outstanding students at
community colleges,” said J. Mark Davis, President of the Coca-Cola Scholars
Foundation. “We are proud to partner with Phi Theta Kappa, make it possible for
more deserving students to achieve their educational goals, and support
tomorrow’s leaders of the global community.”
The funds provided by the
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation not only aid college completion, but also give
students the opportunity to engage in Society programs and develop leadership
skills to become future leaders in their communities.
Phi Theta Kappa is the premier honor
society recognizing the academic achievement of community college students and
helping them to grow as scholars and leaders. The Society is made up of more than
3 million members and nearly 1,300 chapters in nine nations.
