Phi Beta Kappa Establishes Chapter at College of Charleston

The Phi Beta Kappa Society (ΦBK), the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society, has granted a charter to the faculty at the College of Charleston. Phi Beta Kappa celebrates and advocates for excellence in the liberal arts and sciences. Its Triennial Council awards new chapters every three years. This year, the College was one of three universities chartered to join the 290 existing Phi Beta Kappa chapters at America’s most esteemed colleges and universities."

“Since its founding, Phi Beta Kappa has stood as a beacon of academic excellence and intellectual freedom. Establishing a chapter on our campus is a testament to the outstanding achievements of our faculty and students in the liberal arts and sciences,” says Suzanne Austin, executive vice president of academic affairs and provost of the College of Charleston. “We are honored to join the ranks of institutions that celebrate and uphold these values, recognizing and nurturing the best and brightest minds through this prestigious honor society.”

 Communication Professor Beth Sundstrom and Honors College Dean

Beth Meyer-Bernstein accept the Phi Beta Kappa Society key

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