The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi - Middle Tennessee State University

09/10/2026

Keep an eye on your inbox! 📬

Invitations to join MTSU's Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi will be sent soon. If you've achieved the academic standards required for membership, you may receive an invitation to become part of the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society.

Membership in Phi Kappa Phi provides opportunities for scholarships, fellowships, grants, networking, professional development, and recognition of your academic achievements.

Be sure to check your MTSU email for details and information about how to accept your invitation.

08/25/2026

Congratulations to MTSU Honors alumnus and Buchanan Fellow Ethan Estes on being awarded an $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship!

A 2025 history graduate, Ethan is one of just 40 students nationwide selected to receive a Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship this year. As the recipient of the Agatha Huepenbecker Burnet Fellowship, he will pursue a master's degree in history at Rutgers University–Camden. Ethan is also MTSU's 21st Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship recipient since 1999.

We are proud to celebrate Ethan's academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to lifelong learning.

Read more: https://mtsunews.com/2026/08/24/ethan-estes-phi-kappa-phi-fellowship-2026/

MTSU Honors alum awarded $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship by Robin E. Lee 24 August 2026 Top Stories MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University alumnus and Honors Buchanan Fellow Ethan Estes has been awarded an $8,500 fellowship by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi — the natio...

08/25/2026

Hello everyone! Today we’re having a meeting to brainstorm some ideas for events we’d like to see Phi Kappa Phi conduct over the semester. If you are interested in attending, the meeting will be at 3 pm in room 401D in the Walker Library. We hope to see you there!

08/10/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month.

Creating or updating your will is one of the most meaningful ways to care for the people and causes that matter most to you. Phi Kappa Phi's partnership with FreeWill makes it possible to create a legally valid will at no cost in about 20 minutes.

A will is more than a legal document. It's a way to provide clarity for loved ones, reflect your values, and leave a lasting legacy.
Learn more and start planning for the future: https://www.phikappaphi.org/about/news/news-landing/2026/08/04/this-national-make-a-will-month-write-a-love-letter-that-lasts

Throughout our lives, the time we invest in our education, our families, and our communities defines who we are. As scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners, we know that thoughtful planning shapes a meaningful future.

05/18/2026

Phi Kappa Phi Pioneer Awards are designed to encourage and reward undergraduate members for developing the research, engagement and leadership skills necessary to become a successful scholar. Fifty $1,000 awards are distributed annually.

05/18/2026

Fifty‑one students were initiated into Middle Tennessee State University’s Chapter 246 of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi during the Spring 2026 initiation ceremony, recognizing outstanding acad…

04/08/2026

Celebrating Academic Excellence at MTSU

Middle Tennessee State University proudly welcomed 51 new student members into its The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Chapter during the Spring 2026 initiation ceremony.

Phi Kappa Phi recognizes exceptional academic achievement across all disciplines, honoring students whose dedication to learning sets them apart. The ceremony featured remarks from university leadership, a powerful charge to the initiates, and recognition of faculty mentors who played a vital role in student success.

Watch highlights from the ceremony and join us in congratulating these accomplished students as they begin a lifelong journey with Phi Kappa Phi.

📚 Let the love of learning rule humanity.

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Middle Tennessee State University’s Chapter 246 of Phi Kappa Phi proudly welcomed 51 new student members during the Spring 2026 initiation ceremony.Phi Kappa...

04/07/2026

Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 246 at Middle Tennessee State University was pleased to welcome Bradley Newcomer, Executive Director of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, during his visit to campus today.

Joined by new initiate Beverly Brooks Thompson of Carter Global, Bradley met with chapter leaders Philip Phillips and MTSU Honors College Dean John Vile to celebrate the accomplishments and continued impact of Phi Kappa Phi members at MTSU.

Phillips is the president elect for the national office. Brooks Thompson is the distinguished speaker for today's initiation ceremony. And, Vile is a former recipient of the PKP Scholar and Artist Award.

This visit highlighted the value of cross‑disciplinary excellence, professional engagement, and the lifelong network that connects Phi Kappa Phi members across academia and industry.

03/19/2026

✨ Honoring Lifelong Excellence ✨

Today we were delighted to welcome Reuben Kyle, lifetime member of the MTSU Chapter of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and professor emeritus of Economics. Dr. Kyle has been part of Phi Kappa Phi since 1977 and served MTSU with distinction from 1972–2006.

He met with MTSU Honors College Dean John Vile and Undergraduate Fellowships Director Laura Clippard to discuss the Phi Kappa Phi Dissertation Fellowship, an incredible opportunity that continues to support scholarly achievement at the highest level.

We’re grateful for Dr. Kyle’s enduring commitment to academic excellence and his continued engagement with our community. 💙📚

03/18/2026

Philip Phillips — associate dean and professor of English in the MTSU Honors College, and Chapter 246 President — has been awarded the prestigious Miembro de Honor designation by the Asociación Española Edgar Allan Poe in Madrid, Spain. 🇪🇸📚

Selected unanimously by the organization’s executive board, Dr. Phillips was recognized for his internationally respected scholarship on Edgar Allan Poe, including his innovative work on literary space and geography. His leadership as president of the Poe Studies Association further highlights his impact on global literary studies.

At the conference, themed “Poe and Pop Culture,” he also delivered a keynote exploring the cultural legacy of Edgar and Eliza Poe on the American stage.

Dr. Phillips’ work continues to elevate MTSU’s presence in international scholarship — and we couldn’t be prouder!



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Philip Phillips, associate dean and professor of English in the University Honors College at Middle Tennessee State University, has received the Miembro de Honor award from the Asociación Española …