Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College recently celebrated its Spring 2026 Phi Theta Kappa induction ceremony, recognizing a new group of students for their academic achievement, leadership potential, and commitment to excellence. Family, friends, faculty, and staff gathered to honor the inductees and celebrate their accomplishments.
Founded in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recognizes and encourages the academic success of students at two-year colleges while providing opportunities for leadership, service, and personal growth. Today, Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education, with more than 2 million members worldwide.
Students inducted during the Spring 2026 ceremony included:
Kelvin Alexander
Brenden Allen
Brandi Bailes
Britton Bailes
Denita Bradford
Tristan Dallas
Kevani Green
Rachal Harris
Laila Haywood
Lashandra Henderson
Christopher Hightower
Rhonda Hottenstein
Percy Johnson
Thomas Knudsen
Dylan Layton
Gavin Marshall
Jesse Taylor
Rosston Weaver
Kiara West
Apolonya Williams
Aiden Wood
The college also welcomed Mr. Antonio Hearn, NLTCC Associate Vice Chancellor of Strategic Enrollment Management, as guest speaker for the ceremony. Hearn shared words of encouragement with students as they continue their academic and professional journeys.
The college also extends appreciation to Phi Theta Kappa advisors, Ms. Mechelle Harris and Mrs. Debbie Washington, for their continued support of NLTCC students.
Through organizations like Phi Theta Kappa, NLTCC continues to encourage academic excellence while creating opportunities for leadership, involvement, and personal growth both inside and outside the classroom.