Events
Phi Theta Kappans participate in several gatherings each year, with the Annual Convention (also called the International Convention) generally held in early to mid-April. There have been a total of 92 international conventions for Phi Theta Kappa. International conventions take place in different areas of the United States each year. The 2008 convention was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at which some 3,000 Phi Theta Kappa members attended. The 2009 convention was held in Grapevine, Texas. Around 4,000 Phi Theta Kappa members attended. The 2010 convention was held in Orlando, Florida with over 3,600 attendees. The 2011 convention was held in Seattle, Washington with more than 3,600 attendees representing more than 500 chapters. The 2012 convention was held in Nashville, Tennesseewith a total number of 4,030 attendees, the largest number of attendees in PTK's history. The 2013 convention will be held in San Jose, California.
At the international convention, Phi Theta Kappans recognize achievements by chapters for their work on an Honors in Action Project and/or College Project, as well as recognizing distinguished chapter members, officers, officer teams, advisors, and administrators. High scoring chapters are recognized as Distinguished Chapters. Elections for the five international officers are also held at the Annual Convention.
In addition to the Annual Convention, Phi Theta Kappans participate in the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Institute, a week-long meeting generally held in June. The Honors Institute features guests speakers and workshops relating to the current Honors Study Topic.
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