Running for a Regional or International Officer Position
The opportunity to lead the region or the division will help develop your leadership skills, and it is one of the benefits of being an active Phi Theta Kappa member. Regional officers are elected at the Regional Convention in the spring, and candidates should start planning by early spring. International Officers are elected at the International Convention in April, and the application process begins in October.
The advantages of becoming a regional or international officer are listed below. Dee Lauzon, 2008-09 International President Pro Tempore and 2007-08 Regional Southern VP has answered some questions about her experiences. There are also some photos of some regional and international officers.
Regional Officers
As a regional officer, you will learn more about Phi Theta Kappa and you, as a person. The leadership position will allow you meet and interact with new people and give you the opportunity to be proactive. You will enhance your leadership skills and give back to Phi Theta Kappa, your college, and your community
These are some additional advantages of being a regional officer:
- Lead the region with a team of officers and the Regional Coordinator
- Organize regional events with the host chapters
- Build a communication network with the chapters within the region
- Encourage coordination and cooperation among chapters
- Visit chapters to explain Phi Theta Kappa programs and encourage membership
- Gain leadership and communication skills
- Team building
- Public relations
- Public speaking and presentations
- Email and phone communication
- Newsletter, blog, and social networking
- Be a role model for future regional and chapter officers
- Have regional conference fees paid by the region
- Wear the regional medallion
- Receive letters of recommendation from the Regional Coordinator
International Officers
There are five international officer positions: International President, Division I Vice President, Division II Vice President, Division III Vice President and Division IV Vice President. These officers preside at the International Honors Institute in June and the International Convention the following April. During the academic year, international officers attend regional meetings and conventions where they promote Phi Theta Kappa programs, present speeches, and assist the region. International Officers play key roles in the communication networks within their regions.
Details about becoming an international officer are found on Phi Theta Kappa's web site:
Updated 9/26/09
