KOT's

Kappa Omicron Tau (KOT) is the college guidance division of female students for the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc... KOT comprises of one phase of the youth component of the NSPDK, Inc. national Y.E.S. (Youth, Education and Service) Program.

The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. has always had a major concern for the guidance of youth. In 1942 under the leadership of Ms. Gertrude A. Robinson, the plan for Jr. Teachers Guidance clubs was adopted. Ms.Gertrude A. Robinson also conceived College Guidance Groups.

It was Ms. Annabelle Scarborough who sought to make the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Kappa Omicron Tau Division highly visible on college campuses. During the high technology emphases of the late 1970's and early 1980's, there was a decline in the number of young women recruited for membership in KOT. However, with the publication of recent studies on education in our nation, there has been renewed interest in careers in teaching and allied educational fields.

PURPOSE

1. To interest young women in careers in teaching and other related educational careers.

2. To have the college guidance program become operative early in the life of these young women.

3. To expand the knowledge of and interest in the philosophy and program of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc.

MEMBERSHIP

The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. (NSPDK) is committed to offering a variety of experiences that will enable KOT's to become competent, dedicated and effective educators. The KOT component provides guidance, career counseling, community service opportunities, educational advising and training in leadership skills for female college students who are matriculating in the field of education, related educational fields and display good moral character.

Eligibility Requirements:

College student matriculating in a degree program in the
field of education or related fields.
Must maintain a "B" Average.
Demonstrate good character and academic grades.
Volunteer in community service, youth groups, civic
organizations, intergenerational services, mentor children and other service oriented activities.