Skyline College’s Beta Theta Omicron chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society International returned triumphant from the Nevada/California Regional Spring Convention held in Newport Beach last weekend. The chapter’s officer team celebrated numerous achievements, demonstrating their commitment to academic excellence and leadership.
Chapter Achievements
The chapter received several prestigious recognitions including:
● Distinguished Theme Award for Theme 1 – “Why We Tell Stories” for their Honors in Action project
● 2nd Most Distinguished Honors in Action Award
● 2nd Most Distinguished Chapter Award
● Recognition for participation in all regional projects: Cultivating Leadership, Cultural Project, Student Success and Career Readiness, Community Project, Founders Day, Chapter United, Community College Smart, and Environmental Outreach
Individual Recognitions
Several members and advisors were also individually recognized for their outstanding contributions:
● Arthur Veloso: 2nd Most Distinguished Alpha Sigma Alpha Award with a $200 scholarship
● Ruby Folber: Most Distinguished Chapter Member Award
● Susanne Schubert: Most Distinguished Paragon Award for New Advisors
● Pia Walawalkar: 2nd Most Distinguished Faculty Recognition Award
Advisor Team Success
The convention also marked a significant milestone for advisors Thanh Nguyen and Susanne Schubert, who were named the 2025 2nd Most Distinguished Chapter Advisor Team of the Nevada/California region. This recognition comes three years after they took over advising the Beta Theta Omicron chapter.
Officer Team
The outgoing officer team returned to Skyline College with pride in their achievements. The team includes:
● William Wai Phyo Ordoyo Oo
● Jia Haria
● Yuting Duan
● Jasmin Khuu
● Christian Jeremiah Dizon
● Nicole Smith
● Thant Zayar Htut
● Jake Szeto
● Mariela Alana Ochoa
● Brandon Khuu
Acknowledgments
The chapter expresses gratitude to the Associated Students of Skyline College (ASSC) and VP AS Joe Morello for their support in making the trip possible.
The Beta Theta Omicron chapter continues to exemplify the four hallmarks of Phi Theta Kappa: Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Fellowship, bringing distinction to Skyline College on the regional stage of PTK.
Article by Susanne Schubert
