The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi recently named Methodist University a recipient of the 2023-24 Circle of Excellence chapter awards, recognizing MU’s chapter for its work in promoting excellence on campus while engaging a community of scholars.
Methodist University is one of a few dozen universities – and the only one from North Carolina – to earn recognition for its well-regarded honor society.
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi recently named Methodist University a recipient of the 2023-24 Circle of Excellence chapter awards, recognizing MU’s chapter for its work in promoting excellence on campus while engaging a community of scholars. Methodist University was one of 74 universities to make the list and one of 24 universities to be considered a “gold” chapter.
Phi Kappa Phi is a national honor society established in 1897 to recognize and promote academic excellence in all disciplines of higher education. Methodist University’s Phi Kappa Phi chapter was created in 2017, becoming the 10th chapter in North Carolina.
“We are thrilled to have such talented and dedicated students in our chapter of Phi Kappa Phi,” said Dr. Meredith Gronski, president of MU’s Phi Kappa Phi chapter and director and associate professor of Occupational Therapy. “The students and faculty members who participate in the chapter exemplify the ‘love of learning’ motto through our service projects and notable member accomplishments.”
Methodist University was specifically recognized for its work from the 2023 year, which included:
- 34 new student initiates and three honorary initiates
- Two “Love of Learning” Award nominees (one awarded $1,000)
- “Love of Learning” fall book drive benefiting Margaret Willis Elementary (more than 50 books donated)
As a part of the recognition, Methodist University’s Phi Kappa Phi chapter now carries a “gold” status and received a $200 award.
Students can become members of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi by invitation only. Juniors must be in the top 7.5% of their class and have completed at least 24 credits in residency at MU and a minimum of 72 credits overall. Seniors must be in the top 10% of their class and have completed at least 24 credits in residency, have been enrolled for at least three full semesters, and have 93 credits overall. Graduate students must have completed at least 18 graduate credits at MU and rank in the top 10% of their class.
Visit the Phi Kappa Phi web page for more information about MU’s chapter, including chapter officers, chapter awards, photo albums, and benefits.