Carolinas Region News

This page will be used for regional news from the Regional Coordinator, Regional Officers and chapters within the region that would like to post either an announcement or news story. If anyone would like an announcement or news added to this page, please send an e-mail to the regional coordinator at john.sharpe@hgtc.edu.

2010 Carolinas Regional Convention
2010 Birthday Bash: Celebrating 35 Years of Excellence in the Carolinas
March 12, 13, & 14, 2010
Springmaid Beach Resort & Conference Center
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Join us for the 2010 Carolinas Regional Convention as we celebrate 35 years as a region in Phi Theta Kappa. We have some great events and training opportunities lined up to make this another very special convention.

Phi Theta Kappa Educational Workshops
Friday Keynote Speaker – Patrick Grady from “TNT” Enterprises

$80.00 (per person before Feb 19, 2010) includes Saturday Night Awards Banquet & T-shirt

$90.00 (per person after Feb 19, 2010) includes Saturday Night Awards Banquet & T-shirt

DATES
March 12-14, 2010

PLACE
Springmaid Beach Resort
3200 South Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577
(843) 315-7100

All rooms have an ocean view with a balcony and include two beds, microwave, full size refrigerator, and coffee maker

When making reservations use the group code 7777 or group name Phi Theta Kappa

Reservations should be made by January 25, 2010 to get this rate. Reservation requests received after January 25, 2010 will be provided on a space available basis at the prevailing rates.

Are you looking for a wonderful leadership opportunity and a great way to expand your Phi Theta Kappa experience? We will be electing new regional officers at the 2010 Carolinas Regional Convention in March. If you are interested in this great opportunity make sure your chapter lists you as a candidate on your convention registration form. Information on the requirements for running for regional office as well as general officer duties and information on campaigning for regional office are available on the forms page of this website. Some of the benefits of being a regional officer include: region pays for registration and room at all regional events, reimbursement of registration to the following year's international convention, and most of all, a great chance to develop your leadership skills. In return, officers are expected to attend all regional events and help with planning and implementing the programs - there is also opportunity for additional travel throughout the region, but it is not a requirement to be an officer. This type of background also looks good on resumes and college scholarship applications and it is actually less time-consuming to be a regional officer than being a chapter officer.

Congratulations to 2009 Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship recipient, Derval “Dale” Hamilton from Catawba Valley Community College

Congratulations to Derval Hamilton from Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, North Carolina as one of the 30 recipients receiving this year's Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship! Only 30 scholarships were awarded this year. Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships provide up to $30,000.00 per year to recipients for baccalaureate degree studies.

"Congratulations to these outstanding members, whose exemplary scholarship, demonstrated leadership and commitment to service has been rewarded by the Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Program," said Phi Theta Kappa Executive Director Rod Risley. "We are proud to note that 26 of the 30 recipients are Phi Theta Kappa members. We salute the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation for their generosity in providing financial support to these deserving two-year college students.”

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation annually invites community colleges to nominate two students each for the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Scholarships, the nation's largest private scholarship for two-year college transfer students. Since 2000 the Foundation has provided resources and support to high-achieving students with limited financial means.

We now have a Carolinas Region Facebook page (Phi Theta Kappa- Carolinas Region). This is another great way for the chapters in the Carolinas to stay connected and to share ideas. You can logon to Facebook at www.facebook.com

Congratulations to Carolinas Region 2009 International Hallmark Award Winners

Congratulations to the following chapters and individuals from the Carolinas Region who were recognized as 2009 Hallmark Award recipients at the Phi Theta Kappa International Convention in Grapevine, Texas in April, 2009. You can check out the complete listing of Phi Theta Kappa International Hallmark Award winners at the following website: http://www.ptk.org/hallmarks/awards/2009-hallmark-awards/

Erica Spivey, North Carolina Vice President
Alpha Chi Sigma Chapter
Cape Fear Community College

Phi Theta Kappa Carolinas Region
	Nothing Could Be Finer Than.....The Carolinas!
	Carolinas Region News

		This page will be used for regional news from the Regional Coordinator, Regional Officers and chapters within the region that would like to post either an announcement or news story. If anyone would like an announcement or news added to this page, please send an e-mail to the regional coordinator at john.sharpe@hgtc.edu. 2010 Carolinas Regional Convention *2010 Birthday Bash: Celebrating 35 Years of Excellence in the Carolinas* March 12, 13, & 14, 2010 Springmaid Beach Resort & Conference Center Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Join us for the 2010 Carolinas Regional Convention as we celebrate 35 years as a region in Phi Theta Kappa. We have some great events and training opportunities lined up to make this another very special convention. Some highlights of the convention include: Phi Theta Kappa Educational Workshops Friday Keynote Speaker – Patrick Grady from “TNT” Enterprises Friday Evening – Leadership Can Be Hypno…Larious Presentation Saturday Evening Awards Banquet Election of Regional Officers Carolinas Region Alumni Association Induction Ceremony News from Phi Theta Kappa Headquarters Alumni Sponsored Banner Contest Merchandise Mart Saturday Evening Social & Dance Much, Much More!!! CONVENTION REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION $80.00 (per person before Feb 19, 2010) includes Saturday Night Awards Banquet & T-shirt $90.00 (per person after Feb 19, 2010) includes Saturday Night Awards Banquet & T-shirt $35.00 (per guest) additional guest dinners for Awards Banquet HOTEL RESERVATION INFORMATION DATES March 12-14, 2010 PLACE Springmaid Beach Resort 3200 South Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577 (843) 315-7100 ROOM RATE $75.00 per night (Quad Rate)+ Tax (currently 12%) and Resort Fee (currently 4%) All rooms have an ocean view with a balcony and include two beds, microwave, full size refrigerator, and coffee maker The Springmaid Reservations phone line is 1-800-770-6895 When making reservations use the group code 7777 or group name Phi Theta Kappa Reservations should be made by January 25, 2010 to get this rate. Reservation requests received after January 25, 2010 will be provided on a space available basis at the prevailing rates. Advisors & Members Convention Registration Form Alumni Members Convention Registration Form Merchandise Mart Form Convention Banner Contest Flyer Convention Flyer Carolinas Region Leadership Opportunities Are you looking for a wonderful leadership opportunity and a great way to expand your Phi Theta Kappa experience? We will be electing new regional officers at the 2010 Carolinas Regional Convention in March. If you are interested in this great opportunity make sure your chapter lists you as a candidate on your convention registration form. Information on the requirements for running for regional office as well as general officer duties and information on campaigning for regional office are available on the forms page of this website. Some of the benefits of being a regional officer include: region pays for registration and room at all regional events, reimbursement of registration to the following year's international convention, and most of all, a great chance to develop your leadership skills. In return, officers are expected to attend all regional events and help with planning and implementing the programs - there is also opportunity for additional travel throughout the region, but it is not a requirement to be an officer. This type of background also looks good on resumes and college scholarship applications and it is actually less time-consuming to be a regional officer than being a chapter officer. Congratulations to 2009 Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship recipient, Derval “Dale” Hamilton from Catawba Valley Community College Congratulations to Derval Hamilton from Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, North Carolina as one of the 30 recipients receiving this year's Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship! Only 30 scholarships were awarded this year. Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships provide up to $30,000.00 per year to recipients for baccalaureate degree studies. "Congratulations to these outstanding members, whose exemplary scholarship, demonstrated leadership and commitment to service has been rewarded by the Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Program," said Phi Theta Kappa Executive Director Rod Risley. "We are proud to note that 26 of the 30 recipients are Phi Theta Kappa members. We salute the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation for their generosity in providing financial support to these deserving two-year college students.” The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation annually invites community colleges to nominate two students each for the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Scholarships, the nation's largest private scholarship for two-year college transfer students. Since 2000 the Foundation has provided resources and support to high-achieving students with limited financial means. Carolinas Region Facebook Page We now have a Carolinas Region Facebook page (Phi Theta Kappa- Carolinas Region). This is another great way for the chapters in the Carolinas to stay connected and to share ideas. You can logon to Facebook at www.facebook.com Congratulations to Carolinas Region 2009 International Hallmark Award Winners Congratulations to the following chapters and individuals from the Carolinas Region who were recognized as 2009 Hallmark Award recipients at the Phi Theta Kappa International Convention in Grapevine, Texas in April, 2009. You can check out the complete listing of Phi Theta Kappa International Hallmark Award winners at the following website: http://www.ptk.org/hallmarks/awards/2009-hallmark-awards/ 2009 Administrator Award of Distinction Dr. Dennis King Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College 2009 Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction Dr. Lawrence Rouse James Sprunt Community College 2009 Distinguished Chapter Member Award Lorraine Millard Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College Jamie Boone Alpha Alpha Iota Chapter York Technical College 2009 Distinguished Chapter Officer Award Candace James Alpha Epsilon Psi Chapter Denmark Technical College Sandi Little Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College 2009 Distinguished Chapter President Award Gardell Patterson Alpha Epsilon Psi Chapter Denmark Technical College 2009 Paragon Award for Advisors John Bennett Alpha Epsilon Psi Chapter Denmark Technical College Dianne Chidester Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College Michael Vargo Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College Beth Carraway Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College 2009 Distinguished Regional Officer Award Erica Spivey, North Carolina Vice President Alpha Chi Sigma Chapter Cape Fear Community College 2009 Scholarship Hallmark Award Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College 2009 Leadership Hallmark Award Alpha Epsilon Psi Chapter Denmark Technical College Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College 2009 Service Hallmark Award Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College 2009 Top 100 Chapters Alpha Epsilon Psi Chapter Denmark Technical College Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College Alpha Epsilon Omicron Chapter Trident Technical College 2009 Distinguished Chapter Award Alpha Zeta Sigma Chapter Greenville Technical College Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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Nothing Could Be Finer Than.....The Carolinas!