PTK Events

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

There are more scholarships out there than you think, but not all of them are worth your time. This session shows you how to find opportunities that fit, read the fine print, and spot what each one is really looking for before you apply.

3:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

AI can draft your resume bullets and rehearse your interview answers — but it can’t walk into the room for you. In this one-hour webinar, you’ll learn how to use AI as a genuine advantage in your job search (resumes, cover letters, and interview prep) while building the two things no algorithm can hand you: professionalism and emotional intelligence. Walk away with a clear action plan and a takeaway guide you can use starting this week. This session is being sponsored by the Florida Institute of Technology.

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

You don’t have to be a “perfect applicant” to earn scholarships. This session will help you approach the scholarship process with confidence, recognize the value of your unique experiences, and understand why authenticity matters. You’ll learn how to show up as yourself and tell your story with purpose.

3:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Imposter Syndrome can allow us to get in the way of our own success. Let’s chat about what it is, the power of acknowledging it, and how to get through this common barrier to success! This session is sponsored by the Florida Institute of Technology.

1:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Learn about the Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship program for high-achieving community college students with financial need. Transfer students who are aiming to attend a four-year college or university in the fall may be eligible. About 75% of Cooke Transfer Scholars are PTK members! Apply through the Common App for Transfer now before the deadline of December 9. No essays required upon submission!

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

You don’t have to be a “perfect applicant” to earn scholarships. This session will help you approach the scholarship process with confidence, recognize the value of your unique experiences, and understand why authenticity matters. You’ll learn how to show up as yourself, tell your story with purpose, and pursue opportunities that are the right fit for you.

A limited number of active members are able to attend the PTK Wisconsin Fall Regional Leadership Conference hosted by Beta Rho Psi at Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville. Email ptk@ntc.edu to review registration options.

Preference is granted to students who are active or who are willing to assist with the annual hallmark projects.

Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. – anticipate leaving Wausau around 12:30 p.m.

Participate in a service activity to benefit the local community. Dinner and overnight hotel included.

Friday, 8:30 a.m. -4 :00 p.m. – anticipate arriving back in Wausau around 7:30 p.m.

Hear from a keynote speaker, attend breakout sessions, participate in a transfer fair, connect with members from across the state, and more. Includes breakfast and lunch as well as possibly dinner.

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

AI can help you organize, research, and revise – or it can flatten your voice and get you flagged for AI misuse. This session covers what responsible AI use actually looks like, where it helps, and how to keep the work yours.

Drop in 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. | Campus Store + Student Life

Unwind and connect! You and your family are invited to join PTK members, invitees, and advisors for an evening of card games and board games. Bring a friend/family, your favorite game, and drop in for some fun.

1:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Connect with recruiters from colleges and universities across the country at our Virtual Transfer Fair. Explore your transfer options, ask questions, and learn about PTK-exclusive scholarships available at every participating institution. Take the next step toward your future with confidence.

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

The best essays don’t sound impressive. They sound true. This session helps you choose the right story to highlight, turn your real experiences into a story that’s memorable, and select recommenders who can offer meaningful evidence.

3:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

High achievement and success require more than academic rigor and a high GPA. It requires more than just being good at your job. It demands exceptional self-awareness, social agility, and emotional resilience. Navigating high expectations, campus leadership roles, and following demanding leaders can be challenging for the best of us. EQ ( Emotional Intelligence) can be the difference in your life by teaching you how to leverage and manage your emotions, which in turn impacts the people around you. In this session, learn how to navigate crucial conversations, avoid burnout, and live and lead with authenticity and purpose. This session is sponsored by Montclair State University.

Our chapter wants membership to be accessible to all invitees. We offer a way for you to request assistance with a portion of the one-time $65 membership fee! You simply need to fill out the Membership Fund Application Waiver and submit before October 30. Please note this is only applicable for prospective members who have not yet accepted membership.

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Chat with a BRZ chapter advisor to have your burning PTK question answered! What is PTK? Why was I invited? What are the benefits? Whatever you want to know, we’re ready to answer!

3:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Juggling chapter commitments with classes, work, and personal commitments can lead to burnout for both advisors and officers. Designed for Phi Theta Kappa advisors, officers and members, this webinar goes beyond basic time management to help you strategically optimize your time and protect your daily energy. This session is sponsored by the Florida Institute of Technology.

If you’d like to attend our fall induction ceremony, accept membership by this day. Contact ptk@ntc.edu if you need your invitation and unique acceptance code resent.

Drop by 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. | Campus Store + Student Life (D110)

You and your family (or friends) are invited to join us for an evening of service! Express appreciation to our veterans and active service-members by creating a holiday card or writing a letter thanking them for their service.

We’ll provide all the supplies to make your own cards or use pre-made options. Plus, guidance and ideas for what to write inside!

We look forward to sharing this fellowship and service with you.

2:00 p.m. | Online | Free registration required

Sometimes the best advice comes from someone who has been in your shoes. In this student panel, past scholarship winners will share their experiences navigating the application process—the lessons they learned, challenges they faced, and what helped them succeed. Hear directly from students who were once where you are now and walk away with practical advice.

5:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m. | Wausau Campus – E101-102 and Zoom

In late October, members who joined PTK during the summer or fall acceptance periods will receive an email invitation and all the details for our fall induction ceremony. RSVPs are required for this event. Thank you.

Last day to accept PTK membership if you are graduating and want the designation to appear in graduation booklet, on transcripts, and on your diploma. Contact ptk@ntc.edu if you need your invitation resent.

12:00 p.m. (plan 30-45 minutes) | Join via Zoom

Connect with fellow members for a lively round of holiday trivia. Grab a cozy beverage, bring your best guesses, and enjoy plenty of laughs with Beta Rho Zeta!

If you were invited to join PTK during our summer invitation season, today is the last chance to accept. The deadline is set by PTK HQ. There is nothing we can do to extend the deadline. Contact ptk@ntc.edu if you need your invitation resent.