Seminar Groups & Ed Forums

Auditorium

100 Acre Woods

Presenter:  Dr. Samantha Levy, PTK Chief Engagement Officer

Take a walk through the 100 Acre Woods and discover which leadership style feels most like you. Using familiar characters as a starting point, this interactive session helps participants celebrate their strengths, appreciate different perspectives, and learn how every leader plays an important role.

Room 2101

Another Floor, Same Elevator

Presenter:  Rishi Vithani, Vice President of Northern District of Illinois Region

You didn't build this elevator, but you decide how high it goes. Outgoing PTK officers hold the door open long enough to share what matters. Incoming officers step in, ask the right questions, and press up. The chapter rises because both sides showed up for the ride.

Room 2102

Chasing Connections: The Importance of Networking

Presenter:  Taylor Swanson, Regional President-Elect, Chi Upsilon Chapter President 

Your PTK golden key opens the door to potential mentorship, leadership opportunities and even unexpected friendships. Learn how to grow your professional presence, while gaining connections between peers that can attract new members to your Chapter along the way. Make that first connection here!

Room 2210

Hidden Skills: Turning Gen-Eds into Career Power

Presenter:  Keiton Hamilton, Illinois Region President

Explore how general education courses build both hard skills (writing, research, analysis) and soft skills (communication, teamwork, critical thinking). Learn how to translate these skills into CV and resume language for jobs and internships.

Room 2206/7

PTK College Debate

Presenter:  Victoria Calderon, Vice President of Northeastern District of Illinois Region

Engage in a fast-paced, interactive session where you’ll explore honor society programs by debating their impact and effectiveness. Choose a side, step up for a five-minute friendly debate, and gain new insights about PTK opportunities.

Auditorium

From Story to Stage: Turning your Why into an IO Campaign

Presenter:  Dr. Samantha Levy, PTK Chief Engagement Officer

Every great IO campaign starts with a story. Come learn what International Officers do, what the candidacy process looks like, and how to shape your passions, experiences, and leadership style into a campaign that feels authentic and memorable.

Room 2101

Your Digital Resume: Building an Online Brand That Reflects Your Values

Presenter:  Aaron Knupp - Vice President of Central District of Illinois Region, Chapter Co-President of Alpha Delta Eta at Kankakee Community College

Braden Gibson - Chapter Co-President of Alpha Delta Eta at Kankakee Community College

Lauren Benson - Vice President-Elect of Central District of Illinios Region

Build a professional digital brand by reflecting on their values, leadership, and online presence. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, learn how social media and online content can impact careers, scholarships, and future opportunities.

Room 2102

Getting Things Done While Still Having Fun!

Presenter:  Evelyn Mahler, Vice President of Fellowship

Fellowship can lighten the load of your chapter while you work on serious projects. Let’s talk together about how to relieve that stress and tension with small activities and experiences to breathe a new spirit into daily chapter interactions!

Room 2210

The Sociology of Professionalism

Presenter:  Izzy Hernandez, Gamma and IRAA member, and AAB Representative 

What exactly is professionalism? Dive into the history and the way that we define what is and is not professional through a sociological lens.

Room 2206/7

From Campus to Career

Presenter:  Brandy Cochran, Vice President of Southern District of Illinois Region

Join fellow college students for an engaging forum focused on interview readiness, professional confidence, and career success. Learn practical tips for resumes, interview questions, networking, and first impressions from experienced professionals. Gain the skills and confidence needed to stand out, secure internships, and take the next step from campus to career.