Chapter History
FSU’s chapter of Phi Kappa Phi is the oldest chartered honor society at FSU.
Installed on Friday, May 22, 1925, when FSU was still known as Florida State College for Women, Phi Kappa Phi continues to initiate and recognize accomplished undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from all academic disciplines.
FSU's chapter of Phi Kappa Phi celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025! Learn more: Phi Kappa Phi honor society marks 100 years at FSU
Membership
Membership in The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is earned, and admission is by invitation only. An invitation to join requires nomination by FSU’s chapter.
Phi Kappa Phi at FSU sends invitations to membership once per year, usually in early February. The annual initiation ceremony is held in April. Students do not have to be present at initiation to accept membership in Phi Kappa Phi, however, those who attend initiation receive a blue honor cord to wear at commencement.
Students must be in Good Academic Standing at FSU to receive an invitation. In special cases, students with an exceptional GPA, and faculty, professional staff, and alumni who achieve scholarly distinction may also be eligible for membership.
Eligibility requirements:
- Juniors must have completed at least 72 semester hours and rank in the top 7.5% of their class by academic program.
- Seniors must have completed at least 90 semester hours and rank in the top 10% by academic program.
- Graduate and professional students must have completed at least 18 semester hours at FSU and rank in the top 10% of their class by academic program.
Scholarships & Awards
Undergraduate Scholar Award
This recognition is given annually to a Phi Kappa Phi member or initiate (dues paid by March 15) who is planning to attend graduate or professional school in the following academic year and eligible to apply for a PKP National Fellowship. The individual selected as the PKP Undergraduate Scholar at FSU will become the Chapter's single nominee for one of 54 National Fellowship Awards ranging from $8,500 to $35,000.
National Awards Information - Various deadlines
The PKP National Office hosts a wide variety of awards for PKP members and other FSU students at every level. Since 1932, Phi Kappa Phi has supported the educational pursuits of its members through robust award and grant programs. The Society awards more than $1 million each year to outstanding students, members, chapters and institutions.
For more information as posted on the national organization's website, click here. Most awards do not require nomination by the FSU chapter, and members can apply directly.
Graduate & Professional Student Awards
Post-Baccalaureate Professional Development
Phi Kappa Phi National Award Winners from FSU
FSU students and graduates have been very successful in their pursuit of Phi Kappa Phi fellowships and awards. We are proud of these past winners!
Officers
Dr. Craig Filar, Chapter President-Elect - cfilar@fsu.edu
Dr. Courtney Barry, Chapter Treasurer - cbarry@fsu.edu
Dr. Sara Hamon, Chapter Secretary - hamon@fsu.edu
Abigail Randolph, Chapter Graduate Student Vice President
Haylee Darling, Chapter Undergraduate Student Vice President
Ms. Mary Hormuth, Chapter Administrator - mhormuth@fsu.edu
Contact Us
Undergraduate Studies
University Center A, Suite 3300
Tallahassee, FL 32306-2460
850-644-2741