What is Phi Delta Kappa?
Phi Delta Kappa is an international professional association for men and women in education.  Professional membership is composed of professionals in the field of education, of graduate students preparing for careers in education, and undergraduates who are enrolled in or have successfully completed students' teaching.  Student membership is composed of undergraduates who are interested in pursuing a career in education but have not yet done students teaching.

Who belongs to the Towson Chapter of PDK?
The Towson University Chapter of PDK was established on February 25, 1972, and has nearly 200 members comprised of teachers, school and central office administrators, social workers, counselors, university faculty, student teachers, and undergraduates in education.

What does the Towson Chapter do?
Each year, the chapter holds 5-6 programs, including a community outreach project, presentations by national and regional speakers on current topics and research in education, an awards program, and an initiation program, which is typically held the last Sunday in February.

What benefits do members receive?
Your membership includes a membership certificate which serves as a visual recognition of PDK membership and acknowledges your commitment to excellence in education, 10 issues of the Kappan, PDK Connection, PDK Website (www.pdkintl.org) access, International travel tours, Gerald Howard Read International Seminar Scholarships, Graduate fellowships in educational leadership, and professional development.  Numerous publications are available to members at reduced cost.

What are the requirements for professional membership?

• Persons who demonstrate or have the potential for leadership in education.

• Persons with a baccalaureate degree or equivalent standard.

• Persons licensed or credentialed as an educator.

• Persons employed in an education-related field.

• Undergraduate education majors who are in or have successfully completed student teaching.

What are the requirements for student membership?

• An interest in pursuing a career in education.

• Potential for leadership in education.