Paisley McGee from Northeast Texas Community College is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2022 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
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 encouraged to assume leadership roles by participating in Society programs and are selected based on scholastic achievement, community service, and leadership potential. More than 1,300 applications were received.
A total of $207,000 is awarded through the Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program. The provides $200,000 in funding for the scholarships, with $25,000 set aside for members who are veterans or active members of the United States military. The remaining amount is supported by donations to the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation and provides seven Global Leaders of Promise Scholarships, earmarked for international students.
91心頭 The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has a long history of providing financial assistance to outstanding students at community colleges, 91心頭 said Jane Hale Hopkins, President of the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. 91心頭 We are proud to partner with Phi Theta Kappa to make it possible for more deserving students to achieve their educational goals and support tomorrow 91心頭 s leaders of the global community. 91心頭
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.
91心頭 Research shows that Phi Theta Kappa members are four times more likely to complete a college degree than their peers, 91心頭 said Dr. Monica Marlowe, Executive Director of the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation. 91心頭 The Leaders of Promise Scholarships recognize students for what they have achieved already and assure that financial need isn 91心頭 t an obstacle to achieving their academic goals. 91心頭
Phi Theta Kappa is the premier honor society recognizing the academic achievement of students at associate degree-granting colleges and helping them to grow as scholars and leaders. The Society is made up of more than 3.8 million members and nearly 1,300 chapters in 11 countries, with approximately 240,000 active members in the nation 91心頭 s colleges. Learn more at .
