Here are answers to frequently asked questions about applying for and serving as a Faculty Scholar:

Who is eligible to apply to serve as a 2016/2017 Faculty Scholar?
All Phi Theta Kappa advisors and regional coordinators are eligible to apply, except those who served as Faculty Scholars in 2015. Note: Only advisors who intend to continue to serve as Phi Theta Kappa advisors throughout the full 2016-18 academic years may apply.

What are Faculty Scholar obligations?

• All advisors and coordinators selected as 2016/2017 Faculty Scholars must be able to attend the ENTIRE Faculty Scholar Conferences for TWO YEARS, January 27 - 31, 2016, AND February 1-5, 2017, 
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• and the ENTIRE week-long International Honors Institutes in June 18-25, 2016 at Wake Forest University in North Carolina AND June 2017 (Dates and Place TBD).
   
• Official dates and place will be announced in Golden Key News Briefs. · Faculty Scholars will also participate in the ENTIRE Phase II of the Faculty Scholar Conferences the weekend prior to the 2016 and 2017 Honors Institutes.

Phi Theta Kappa reserves the right to evaluate performance of Faculty Scholars, and may fill any vacancies arising during the two-year term by appointment.

What are the duties and benefits of serving as a Faculty Scholar?

• Work closely with leading scholars as they analyze and discuss issues pertaining to the Honors Study Topic, How the World Works: Global Perspectives
   
• Work with experienced seminar leaders to enhance and practice skills as a small-group dialogue leader and facilitator
• Gather ideas, study questions, and bibliography for an honors course or seminar
   
• Be challenged and inspired by the questions and comments from conscientious colleagues and, at the International Honors Institute, honors students with varied backgrounds
   
• Develop ideas for chapter and regional programs to implement the Honors Study Topic with Honors in Action projects and activities that emphasize and integrate academic investigation and analysis, leadership development, collaboration, action and reflection
   
• Faculty Scholars are expected to work with Phi Theta Kappa constituents in a manner which is respectful of others and worthy of respect from others. Phi Theta Kappa is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all people are appreciated and have opportunities to learn and grow.

What additional scholarship opportunities are open for Faculty Scholars? 
The following scholarships are determined by the Faculty Scholar Selection Committee from among those advisors selected to serve.

• Parnell Scholar The Parnell Scholarship is awarded to the Faculty Scholar whose application is deemed by the Faculty Scholar Selection Committee most outstanding and who has never before participated in NerdNation (Annual Convention) or the International Honors Institute. The Parnell Scholar receives a scholarship that includes registration, airfare, and hotel for NerdNation in the year she/he is selected.

• Mayfield Scholar The Mayfield Scholarship is awarded to the Faculty Scholar whose application is deemed most outstanding by the Faculty Scholar Selection Committee and who has not been certified as a Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Development Program instructor. The Mayfield Scholar receives a scholarship which includes registration, materials, lodging, and food on site for one of the certification sessions scheduled for 2016 or 2017.

What expenses does Phi Theta Kappa pay for Faculty Scholars?

2016 and 2017 Faculty Scholar Conferences
Phi Theta Kappa will pay Faculty Scholars' registration, air travel and baggage fee for one piece of luggage, lodging, and meals while at the Faculty Scholar Conference. During the Faculty Scholar Conferences, transportation from the airport to the hotel will be provided. Faculty Scholars will be responsible for transportation expenses to/from local airports, airport parking, tolls, and any additional meals and expenses.

2016 and 2017 Faculty Scholar Conferences, Part II and 2016 and 2017 Honors Institutes
Registration, lodging, meals, airfare, and the fee for one piece of luggage will be paid by Phi Theta Kappa for Part II of the Faculty Scholar Conferences and the 2016 and 2017 Honors Institutes. For the Faculty Scholar Conferences, Part II and Honors Institutes, Faculty Scholars will be responsible for ground transportation to/ from the airport to the college where the Institute will take place, transportation to/from local airports, airport parking, tolls, and any meals and expenses off campus that are not part of the Faculty Scholar Conferences or Honors Institutes program.

Note: Phi Theta Kappa cannot accommodate family members of Faculty Scholars at the Faculty Scholar Conferences or at the Honors Institutes. Phi Theta Kappa is also unable to assist in making arrangements for family members who choose to stay in the vicinity of the Faculty Scholar Conferences or the Honors Institutes.

What is the selection criteria for Faculty Scholars?
Selection of Faculty Scholars will be based primarily on the quality of the application. Experience with facilitating small-group discussions is important. Geographic location and field of study will also be considered to ensure an inclusive class of Faculty Scholars. New advisors and advisors who have not previously participated in honors programming opportunities are encouraged to apply. Phi Theta Kappa welcomes applications from advisors representing the multicultural, multiethnic and multidisciplinary intellectual community that characterizes Phi Theta Kappa and the community college arena.

What is the deadline for application submission and when will those advisors chosen as 2016/2017 Faculty Scholars be notified?
Please return the completed application to Headquarters by  Friday, September 30, 2015 for consideration. Phi Theta Kappa reserves the right to extend the application deadline if necessary. Applicants will be notified of their selection status in October 2015.