Honors in Action Conference: New York Region

New York Honors & Leadership Conference 

  Emily, Juliana, Laurie, and Edwin at Syracuse University

Background Information:                                                  Keynote Speakers: 

Frontiers and the Spirit of Exploration                                    Dr. Van Arsdale (Political Economy)         Onondaga Community College                                               Susan Edwards (Hallmark Award Tips)

Alpha Sigma Zeta Chapter                                                      Dr. Braunberger (Human Expression)

Syracuse, NY                                                                          Michele Ley (Natural Environment) 

October 16-18 2015                                                                Amie Bernstien (Vice President Adress)

                 

Activities:                                                                              College Appearances:

Roll Call+Ice Breakers                                                          Cornell University /  Marist College      

Keynote Address+Seminar Groups                                        University of Rochester / Monroe College

Fellowship Events+College Transfer Fair                              Pace University / Wells College

                

     

Fun Fact: Phi Theta Kappa Pin as a symbol

Black enamel Band: Phi (wisdom) Theta (aspiration) Kappa (purity) 

Behind the band: wreath--> Oak (stability/strength of character) Laurel (achievement/success)

Above band: head of Athena--> Goddess of Learning 

Below band: Greek letters meaning light--> light of learning and knowledge 

Colors: Blue (scholarship) and Gold (purity) 

      

Laurie Ferreras 

Journalist Officer and Supervisor

Alpha Kappa Chapter 

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society 

"Oh the Places You'll Go" - Dr. Seuss

"A journey of a thousand miles 
must begin with a single step," Lao Tzu.

In case you missed it: On September 30th, the International Fair was taken place in front of the Richard Harris Terrace. 

BMCC is the home of many study abroad opportunities. Many students, including Phi Theta Kappa members, visited many representatives of international service organizations and CUNY-Wide study abroad programs to learn more about: 

• Courses offered: creative writing, language of choice, environmental science, and etc. 
• Locations of program: India, China, Africa, and etc. 
• Volunteer services: teaching English, childcare, handicapped, and etc. 
• Job opportunities: lifeguard, retail, amusement park operator, and etc. 
• Scholarship opportunities: Benjamin A. Gilman Internation Scholarship and etc. 

The purpose of the study abroad program is to expand your knowledge and widen your perspective. By choosing a program according to your major, not only will you be able to learn from your course, you will also learn about culture, problem solving skills, and communication. You will also have many experiences! 

As BMCC says, "Start Here. Go Anywhere." 

For more information contact the following: 

Academic Study Abroad Program Manager 

Deborah Stengle

Academic Affairs 

Room: Main Building, 103-G

212-220-8000 ext. 5013

E-mail: dstengle@bmcc.cuny.edu 

Lateef Bello 

Journalist Officer 

Alpha Kappa Chapter 

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society