As President of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC, I want to welcome you to a new academic year.  And, oh boy, what a different year it will be for so many of us.  Whether you are learning remotely, working from home, or joining others on campus or in the workplace, I wish each and every one of you a safe, healthy, and productive academic year.  With so much turmoil in the world and our country, it is important-now more than ever- that we support one another and take time each day to nurture and care for ourselves. 

Simply be kind. To others. To yourself. To everyone.

Remember, “Let the love of learning rule humanity.”

All the best,

Connie

Here’s a picture of my work-from-home reality.  Communicating with others through social media and web meetings.  Watching online commencement ceremonies.  Catching up with family via Zoom or Webex. 

It’s hard to be upbeat given the current events in our country, but I did want to take this opportunity to congratulate our newest Phi Kappa Phi members, and celebrate our 2020 graduates.  I’m pleased to say that we welcomed approximately 150 new members to Chapter 22 UMB-UMBC this year, and although we were unable to hold our initiation due to COVID -19 restrictions, we look forward to sharing information about the chapter in the near future. 

Due to the timing of mailings from the National Office, as well as our own work-from-home situation, the mailing of certificates, pins and medallions will be delayed until later this summer.  The National Office has indicated that it will be mailing membership cards directly to members in the coming weeks as well. 

These are unsettling times, clearly affecting our personal and professional lives, and the lives of those we love.  Please take care, mind and body.  Let the love of learning rule humanity.

All the best,

Connie

The Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award is bestowed in recognition of the many significant contributions made by Dr. Marilyn Demorest as a key founder and seminal leader of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC of Phi Kappa Phi.  Dr. Demorest's clear-eyed determination, detailed planning, and appreciation of both tradition and innovation infused the infant chapter with the carefully-built scaffolding needed for it to grow into the chapter we enjoy today.  Marilyn's dedication to PKP and her own love of learning are the foundation for this award.

Each spring, this chapter invites applications from its graduate student members. Two $500 awards will be distributed each year to the selected awardees.

Eligibility criteria for the award are as follows:  
(1)   Each graduate student applicant shall be a current member of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC

(2)   Each graduate student applicant shall be selected on the basis of academic excellence as demonstrated by outstanding grades, academic honors, awards and recognition, and activities in the University or in the Community as well as through a clearly articulated essay (no more than 500 words) explaining what the PKP Motto means to them:
o Philosophia Krateito Photo: Let the Love of Learning Rule Humanity

(3)   Each graduate student applying for the Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award must complete and submit the online application form no later than May 15, 2020

The winning applicant(s) will be notified by email by the end of May 2020.

Click below to access the award application in Google Drive.

Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award

The Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award is bestowed in recognition of the numerous contributions that Dr. Sorensen has made over many years to The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and especially to the former five-campus chapter, University of Maryland Chapter 22 UM-UMBC.  Each spring, this chapter invites applications from its undergraduate student members. One $1000 award will be distributed each year to the selected awardee.

Eligibility criteria for the award are as follows:  
(1)   Each undergraduate student applicant shall be a current member of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC

(2)   Each undergraduate student applicant shall be selected on the basis of Academic Excellence as demonstrated by outstanding grades, academic honors, awards and recognition, and activities in the University and in the Community

(3)   Each undergraduate student applying for the Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award must complete and submit the online application form no later than May 15, 2020

The winning applicant will be notified by email by the end of May 2020.

Click below to access the award application in Google Drive.

Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award

Hello,

Given the current situation with COVID-19, we are extending the deadlines for the Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 22 UM-UMBC scholarship applications to May 15, 2020.  Please take the time to review these opportunities and submit an application by the deadline date.

The Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award is bestowed in recognition of the many significant contributions made by Dr. Marilyn Demorest as a key founder and seminal leader of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC of Phi Kappa Phi.  Dr. Demorest's clear-eyed determination, detailed planning, and appreciation of both tradition and innovation infused the infant chapter with the carefully-built scaffolding needed for it to grow into the chapter we enjoy today.  Marilyn's dedication to PKP and her own love of learning are the foundation for this award.

Each spring, this chapter invites applications from its graduate student members. Two $500 awards will be distributed each year to the selected awardees.

Eligibility criteria for the award are as follows:  
(1)   Each graduate student applicant shall be a current member of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC

(2)   Each graduate student applicant shall be selected on the basis of academic excellence as demonstrated by outstanding grades, academic honors, awards and recognition, and activities in the University or in the Community as well as through a clearly articulated essay (no more than 500 words) explaining what the PKP Motto means to them:
o Philosophia Krateito Photo: Let the Love of Learning Rule Humanity

(3)   Each graduate student applying for the Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award must complete and submit the online application form no later than May 15, 2020

The winning applicant(s) will be notified by email by the end of May 2020.

Click below to access the award application in Google Drive.

Marilyn Demorest Love of Learning Award

The Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award is bestowed in recognition of the numerous contributions that Dr. Sorensen has made over many years to The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and especially to the former five-campus chapter, University of Maryland Chapter 22 UM-UMBC.  Each spring, this chapter invites applications from its undergraduate student members. One $1000 award will be distributed each year to the selected awardee.

Eligibility criteria for the award are as follows:  
(1)   Each undergraduate student applicant shall be a current member of Chapter 22 UM-UMBC

(2)   Each undergraduate student applicant shall be selected on the basis of Academic Excellence as demonstrated by outstanding grades, academic honors, awards and recognition, and activities in the University and in the Community

(3)   Each undergraduate student applying for the Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award must complete and submit the online application form no later than May 15, 2020

The winning applicant will be notified by email by the end of May 2020.

Click below to access the award application in Google Drive.

Shirley C. Sorensen Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award

Sincerely,

Constance Pierson

President

PKP Chapter 22 UM-UMBC

Roughly four years ago, I was asked to step into the role of treasurer of our Phi Kappa Phi Chapter. I had been inducted as a staff member two years earlier, and I had been looking for an opportunity to get involved in another group on campus. There are many ways someone can be involved in a campus organization, and the reasons to participate in this way are varied for each person. Here are my reasons:

1. Gain Valuable Leadership Experience

By getting involved with an executive committee of an organization, I have been provided numerous opportunities for leadership experiences. I have had to take the initiative on several tasks involving our finances, and participate in special events. These leadership skills are looked upon favorably by employers. 

2. Learn Hands-on Experience

Having the duties of treasurer is new for me; I have had to learn a new computer software and understand endowments and audits. These new experiences were intimidating at first, but I value the opportunity to do something I don’t do in my job or in other committees.  

3. Taking Responsibility

The executive board relies on me to pay bills, provide monthly reports of our financial picture, and suggest an annual budget. By being accountable to myself and others, I have gained a great sense of responsibility and professionalism within my work.

4. Being a Part of a Community

All of us on the executive committee serve voluntarily, and I have the pleasure of working with wonderful staff, faculty and students from UMBC and UMB while serving on this board. I get to work with people I don’t usually see in my job, and I learn valuable skills from these peers. This role also allows me to connect with others, and we have the common goal of having a successful PKP chapter grow and move forward.

Carrie Sauter