Nationally, 200 students from 108 institutions were selected for the award this year, with TXST tying for second for the most awards received.
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is composed of the “best and brightest from all academic disciplines — a community of scholars and professionals building an enduring legacy for future generations.” Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is by invitation only, which requires nomination by a chapter.
The $1,000 Love of Learning Award helps active members fund post-baccalaureate professional development pertaining to their graduate studies. The use of award funding ranges from costs associated with doctoral dissertations, continuing education, and career development to travel expenses for teaching, research and/or learning.
Since The Graduate College began offering external funding advising services in 2016, nearly 50 TXST graduate students have received this competitive award.
Prospective Applicants
For more information on the eligibility, timeline, application process, and resources available, visit the Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning Award webpage. The Graduate College’s external funding coordinators (Andrea Hilkovitz, Ph.D., and Brian Smith, DMA) encourage all Phi Kappa Phi members to apply for the Love of Learning Award because it can be used to fund many different activities, including travel and research-related expenses.
To explore other external funding opportunities, visit The Graduate College’s External Funding webpage, where you can find information on first steps, past awardees, presentations and trainings, funding databases, and more.
