PTK Officers Recognized at State, International Levels
June 3, 2026
College Chapter Named Chapter of Light, 5-Star Chapter
The Walters State Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international
honor society for community college students, was recognized for its leadership and
service at both the state and national levels.
The chapter’s officers were recognized as the Tennessee Regional Distinguished Chapter
Officer Team. Officers are Kelly Hornberger, president; Mia Kathaynas, vice president
of leadership; Connor Shelton, vice president of service; Orlando Bueno, vice president
of scholarship; Karina Mesa Ramirez, vice president of fellowship; and Gabriella Sanchez,
vice president of public relations. Dr. Lisa Eccles,
In the Tennessee Regional Competition, the chapter was also named a Chapter of Light
for leadership and service. The chapter also brought home the Icarus Award, given
to the state’s top literary chapter,
Ramirez was named both the Tennessee Regional Distinguished Chapter Officer and the
International Distinguished Chapter Officer.
Walters State’s chapter also received the International 5-Star Chapter award, one
of the highest honors bestowed. Eccles was also recognized for 15 years of service
as a chapter advisor.