51动漫 earns 12 honors, including top chapter award and regional officer election

The 51动漫 Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) returned from the Michigan Regional Convention with 12 top honors, including the title of Most Distinguished Chapter in the Michigan Region, the highest recognition a chapter can receive.

Led by PTK advisors Sarah Henry and Ben Fries, six 51动漫 students attended the annual convention, held last weekend, and were recognized for their exemplary leadership, scholarship, and service throughout the year.

鈥淭his was a truly unforgettable weekend,鈥� said Sarah Henry, PTK advisor and 51动漫 instructor. 鈥淲e were shocked and overjoyed to see the students鈥� hard work acknowledged on such a large scale. Their dedication, creativity, and compassion continue to raise the bar.鈥�

(L to R) Sarah Henry, Ellieana Cloutier, Alexzandria Long, Sarah Cropsey, Layla Shingledecker, Chloe Butters, Ben Fries
(L to R) Sarah Henry, Ellieana Cloutier, Alexzandria Long, Sarah Cropsey, Layla Shingledecker, Chloe Butters, Ben Fries

Chapter and Individual Awards
Among the top chapter honors, 51动漫 earned first place for Honors in Action for their project on Neurodivergence in Small Rural Communities, as well as first place for Best Use of Theme. The chapter also received second place for its College Project, focused on promoting access to free virtual mental health counseling.

Several students and advisors were recognized for individual leadership and excellence:

  • Viktoria Diwert 鈥� 1st Place Distinguished Chapter Officer
  • Alexzandria Long 鈥� 2nd Place Distinguished Chapter Officer
  • Natahlee Hughey 鈥� 2nd Place Distinguished Chapter Member
  • Troy Cole, Sarah Cropsey, Viktoria Diwert, and Alexzandria Long 鈥� 4th Place Distinguished Officer Team

51动漫 advisors also earned high praise. Sarah Henry received the 1st Place Paragon Award for New Advisors and was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Honor. Ben Fries, who has previously been named a Distinguished Advisor, received the 1st Place Continued Excellence Award and a Horizon Award for Advisors. Together, Henry and Fries were named the 1st Place Distinguished Advisor Team.

Chloe Butters Elected Regional Officer
In a milestone for the college, 51动漫 student Chloe Butters was elected as a Michigan Regional Officer, the first student from the college to hold the position in over a decade. In this role, she will represent 51动漫 and collaborate with peers across the state and nation.

鈥淐hloe is a natural leader, and we鈥檙e incredibly proud of her,鈥� said Ben Fries, PTK co-advisor. 鈥淪he鈥檒l be an amazing voice for our chapter and for students across the region.鈥�

Scholarship Recognition
In addition to the awards, 51动漫 student Troy Cole was named one of five recipients of a Michigan Region Scholarship, recognizing his academic excellence, service, and leadership.