Recognition Programs

All Ohio Academic Team

Two Zane State College students are nominated by faculty members each year to enter the All Ohio Academic Team competition. In conjunction with Phi Theta Kappa, the entrants are judged on state and national levels. Students place on one of three state teams and are recognized in Columbus at a special awards luncheon. Recipients who place on the first or second team receive $1000 and $500 respectively.

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa is the national honorary society for two-year college students. The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is to encourage academic excellence. Students initiated into the group must have demonstrated sustained academic achievement at Zane State College. The criterion for membership is a 3.5 GPA with at least 24 college-level credit hours earned.

Presidential Scholar

The purpose of the Presidential Scholar award is to promote and recognize excellence in academic achievement while attending Zane State College. Students who earn this honor receive engraved medallions and are recognized at the annual awards banquet.

Quarterly Academic Honors

Students who demonstrate academic excellence in their studies will be named to the Dean’s List. To be eligible, full-time students must achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher during a given quarter excluding credit/no-credit courses. Part-time students must achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher and complete a minimum of nine credit hours excluding credit/no-credit courses.

Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges

Members of this organization are chosen each fall from the sophomore class by the faculty. Criteria for selection include scholarship, leadership, personal traits, and service to the College and community.