Educational Forums

Educational Forums | Sunday, June 21

ROUND 1 | 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM

Start Strong: Research That Powers Honors in Action
Dr. Liesl Harris & Denise Woolsey
Sturm Hall 251

Learn more about exemplary Honors Study Topic research that sets your team up for HIA success.

Curious About Themes 1 & 2? Let’s Review

Julie Rancilio & Amy Winters
Sturm Hall 253

Have Themes 1 and 2 of the 2026/2027 Honors Study Topic piqued your interest? Discuss these themes with members of the PTK Honors Program Council.

Navigating What’s Next: The Honors in Action (HIA) Journey

Dr. Jamie Mahlberg
Sturm Hall 254

Great HIA projects start with curious minds and shared questions – and a solid plan. Using the updated HIA Workbook, this session maps the full HIA process step by step, giving new and returning chapters alike the tools to begin (or build on) their work. Walk in curious. Walk out with a plan.

Remove the Boxing Gloves: Navigating Uncomfortable Situations Successfully

Laura Dupree
Sturm Hall 151

Take off the boxing gloves and tackle conflict with confidence. Learn practical strategies for listening, de-escalation, and successful resolution.

What’s Next for You? Designing Your Future with the Discovery to Design (4D) Framework

Dr. Kismet Loftin-Bell
Sturm Hall 281

ROUND 2 | 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM

Bringing HIA to Life: Action & Collaboration

Dr. Jessica Hargis & Brandy Jumper
Sturm Hall 251

Explore how to effectively move from Honors Study Topic research to action and how to choose collaborators who can enhance all parts of your HIA project.

Curious About Themes 3 & 4? Let’s Explore

Dr. Diego Tibaquira & Amy Winters
Sturm Hall 253

Have Themes 3 and 4 of the 2026/2027 Honors Study Topic piqued your interest? Discuss these themes with members of the PTK Honors Program Council.

Curious About Themes 5 & 6? Let’s Dig In

Dr. Joy Moses-Hall & Julie Rancilio
Sturm Hall 254

Have Themes 5 and 6 of the 2026/2027 Honors Study Topic piqued your interest? Discuss these themes with members of the PTK Honors Program Council.

Better Together: Creating College Projects with Purpose

Jennifer Stanford, Catherine Derival, & Krisy Rachal
Sturm Hall 151

Learn how chapters and college leaders can partner on projects tied to campus priorities while building stronger relationships and creating meaningful impact together.

What’s Next? Your Path to International Leadership

Dr. Sam Levy, Pattie Van Atter, Jose Fuentes, Endri Dobrovoda, & Samuel Pembele
Sturm Hall 281

Curious about International Office? Explore candidacy, leadership responsibilities, campaign strategies, and how you can shape PTK’s future.

ROUND 3 | 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

Making It Count: Reflecting on HIA Impact

Dana Burton & Kira Arthurs
Sturm Hall 251

Set your team up for HIA success by learning how to effectively reflect on the impact of your Honors Study Topic research, action, and collaboration.

Curious About Themes 7 & 8? Let’s Navigate

Dr. Dan Platt & Dr. Nancy Weissman
Sturm Hall 253

Have Themes 7 and 8 of the 2026/2027 Honors Study Topic piqued your interest? Discuss these themes with members of the PTK Honors Program Council.

Navigating What’s Next: The Honors in Action (HIA) Journey

Dr. Jamie Mahlberg
Sturm Hall 254

GPS: Goal Planning Session

Kristy LeVert
Sturm Hall 151

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” Navigating the demands of college, chapter leadership, and future career paths requires more than just ambition—it requires a reliable navigation system. GPS: Goal Planning Session, is an interactive workshop designed to equip Phi Theta Kappa students and advisors with a structured framework to turn vision into actionable reality.

Disconnect to Reconnect Challenge

Justin and Kelli Oberndorf
Sturm Hall 281

What happens when we unplug? Explore the lessons of the Disconnect to Reconnect Challenge and discover how technology shapes connection, dependency, and belonging.