Dr. Rolonda Brown, dean of Academic Affairs, has been selected as a Phi Theta Kappa
Honor Society (PTK) Distinguished College Administrator in recognition of outstanding
support for student success.
The award is presented to college administrators who have demonstrated strong support for Phi Theta Kappa and its members by working directly with student leaders to provide them with more opportunities and more vital pathways to completion, transfer, and employment.
Brown feels honored to be chosen for this award but also expresses that Phi Theta Kappa faculty advisors and student members are the true honorees.
"A lot of time and hard work goes into choosing, planning, and executing their service and community projects. Supporting such a great team could never be difficult," said Brown. "Mr. Joharrison Rockett and Mrs. Monica Tompkins are doing a phenomenal job as faculty advisors. Under their leadership, Phi Theta Kappa has experienced tremendous growth and accomplishments."
PTK is the largest honor society in higher education. Phi Theta Kappa aims to recognize and encourage scholarships among two-year college students. Every year PTK host a Catalyst, which is Phi Theta Kappa's premier annual event, bringing together members, advisors, and supporters for professional development and celebration of the accomplishments of our community.
Excited is an understatement relative to Brown’s feels about being an honoree and an attendee. She looks forward to witnessing CCC scholars participate in the national officer elections and listening to the incredible speakers and leaders.
"The inspirational speakers and leaders will greet us and provide helpful workshops, so this will be a time for personal and professional development. I am excited and honored to share this experience with some of Coahoma's finest students," Brown said.
PTK Catalyst 2023 will include immersive opportunities for personal and professional development, college transfer guidance from experts, and speakers who inspire, the election of leaders, and endless opportunities to network and learn from other members of the PTK community.
Brown will be recognized alongside fellow Distinguished College Administrator honorees at Phi Theta Kappa's Annual Catalyst Convention on April 20-22, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio.