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Borneo Post
09-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Immigration Dept raids construction sites in Kuching, nets 25 illegal immigrants
Abdul Halim oversees the enforcement operation in Kuching. – Immigration Department photo KUCHING (May 9): A Sarawak Immigration Department enforcement operation at two construction sites here in the wee hours of this morning saw 25 illegal immigrants detained. The operation starting 1am was carried out based on intelligence gathered by the department's Special Task Force (PTK). Sarawak Immigration director Abdul Halim Abang Naili said the offences detected included the absence of valid travel documents, overstaying, and misuse of social visit passes. 'All those detained have been taken to the Immigration Detention Depot for further action under the Immigration Act 1959/63 and the Immigration Regulations 1963,' he said in a statement. He said preliminary intelligence revealed that the construction sites were hotspots for foreigners suspected of working illegally. 'During the raid, a total of 46 individuals were inspected, comprising 39 men and seven women, all of whom were foreign nationals. 'Of these, 25 individuals, 21 men and four women were arrested. All are Indonesian nationals,' he said. The operation led by the PTK unit in collaboration with the Operations Unit, involved 51 personnel. Abdul Halim also called on the public and employers to continue cooperating with the authorities to ensure immigration laws are upheld and to report any activities involving illegal immigrants to the nearest authorities.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
RCC Phi Theta Kappa chapter, Linaker honored at Phi
Apr. 12—Riverland Community College has announced several prestigious honors earned during Phi Theta Kappa's 2025 Catalyst Convention, held April 3-5 in Kansas City, Missouri. Both students and college leadership were recognized for excellence at the international level, spotlighting Riverland's commitment to academic achievement, student leadership, and educational innovation. Members of Riverland's Phi Theta Kappa chapter, Zeta Eta, earned two distinguished awards: the Distinguished College Project award and the Beta Alpha Continued Excellence Award, which honors chapters that have maintained Distinguished Chapter status for three or more consecutive years. Only 15 chapters out of 1,244 internationally received this distinction. "This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, advisors, and the entire Riverland community," said Dr. Kathleen "Kat" Linaker, President of Riverland. "It's an honor to be part of a college where student leadership is valued and nurtured." Linaker herself was honored with the Phi Theta Kappa Paragon Award for New Presidents, which recognizes new college presidents who have demonstrated strong support for student success and academic excellence. In the words of PTK President and CEO Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner, "Your nomination was strong evidence that you are a student success champion for all students. They know you support their learning, and as a result, they have had a better college experience because of you." Riverland student Katherine Eliason, a Liberal Arts and Sciences major, also received international recognition at Catalyst 2025. Eliason was named Phi Theta Kappa's International Poet Laureate 2024 for her poem "A Chance to Breathe." It was selected from over 4,500 entries in Phi Theta Kappa's competition for the 30th edition of Nota Bene, the organization's renowned honors anthology. She presented the poem during Catalyst, further highlighting the talent and creativity found within the Riverland student body. See more about Eliason's award here. In attendance at Catalyst 2025 were Riverland PTK members Afi Adjowui, Katherine Eliason, Michael Grabrick, Rayna Krebsbach, advisors Sue Grove and Susan Hansen, and President Dr. Kat Linaker. Catalyst, PTK's annual convention, is a three-day event featuring internationally renowned speakers, educational forums, college and career fairs, and leadership development opportunities. It provides a platform for students to connect with peers, potential employers, and transfer institutions, while celebrating the achievements of PTK members and chapters worldwide.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Midland College Phi Theta Kappa earns top honors at Texas Regional Convention
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Midland College's Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honors Society – the world's largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students – recently showcased its excellence at the 2025 Texas Regional Convention in Houston. The honor society brought home multiple prestigious awards while also leading educational workshops for fellow attendees. Among the 97 PTK chapters in Texas, Midland College's chapter has consistently demonstrated outstanding achievement, maintaining its Five-Star Chapter status for the past seven years. This year, MC PTK students returned home with an impressive collection of accolades, including: Texas Top Chapter Honors in Action Award of Merit – Theme 6 College Project Award of Merit Distinguished Chapter Officer Team Hall of Honor for Outstanding Officers – Guneet Sehgal and Dilan Gutierrez Hall of Honor for Outstanding Members – Adebisi 'Princess' Saubana Five Star Chapter Plan Recognition Roll Call Competition: First Place, District I Honors in Action and College Project Participation Award District I Hall of Honor Pins – All 9 MC PTK Officers Transfer Edge Pins 'Watching our Phi Theta Kappa students be recognized for their dedication, hard work, and leadership was an incredible experience,' said Dr. Terry Gilmour, Advisor and Division 1 Coordinator for Phi Theta Kappa. 'As an educator, there's nothing more rewarding than seeing students seize opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real difference in the lives of others. Their passion for academic excellence and service truly shines, and I could not be prouder to celebrate these well-earned achievements with them.' MC PTK members also had the distinguished honor of hosting two workshops at the event: 'Network Like a Pro' – A session designed to help students develop essential professional networking skills. 'Navigating the Ethics of AI in Academics' – Presented by Dr. Gilmour, this workshop explored the evolving role of artificial intelligence in education and ethical considerations for students and educators. Midland College congratulates all PTK members on their success and looks forward to continuing this tradition of excellence. For more information about MC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter, visit the MC website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Glen Oaks Community College's Phi Theta Kappa Chapter achieves multiple honors
CENTREVILLE — The Glen Oaks Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa has achieved 5-Star Chapter status for 2024, the highest level of recognition awarded by the international honor society, according to a community announcement. This distinction reflects the chapter's commitment to academic excellence, leadership and service. In addition to earning the 5-Star designation, Glen Oaks has also been recognized as a Reach Chapter, an honor given to chapters that excel in membership development. This recognition highlights the college's dedication to fostering student success and expanding opportunities for eligible students to join PTK. Adding to the celebration, Anne Springsteen, director of TRIO Student Support Services at Glen Oaks, has been named a Distinguished College Administrator by PTK. The award honors college leaders who have demonstrated exceptional support for PTK, ensuring student members have the resources and encouragement needed to thrive. Springsteen's unwavering dedication to PTK, particularly through the TRIO program, has played a pivotal role in supporting student success at Glen Oaks. She will be honored on stage during PTK Catalyst 2025, the society's international convention, held April 3-5 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Further recognition comes for Sarah Henry, director of Admissions at Glen Oaks, who has been inducted into Phi Theta Kappa's Alumni Hall of Honor. This award is presented annually to one distinguished PTK alum from each of the society's 28 regions. To receive this honor, alumni must be members for at least three years from their home chapter and remain actively involved at the chapter, regional or international level. Henry's contributions to PTK include her service as Michigan's associate regional coordinator and her recent term as vice president of Division 3 for the Alumni Advisory Board through PTK Headquarters. She will be formally recognized during the PTK Catalyst Opening Ceremony and the Alumni Banquet. The success of Glen Oaks' PTK chapter is made possible through the guidance and leadership of PTK advisors Henry and Ben Fries, director of Advising & VA Academic Advisor. Their mentorship and dedication to PTK members have played an essential role in the chapter's achievements and continued growth. 'We are incredibly proud of our students for achieving these honors and grateful for the outstanding support from Anne, Sarah and Ben,' said Tonya Howden, vice president of Student Services. 'These recognitions are a testament to the hard work, passion and commitment of our Phi Theta Kappa members and advisors.' For more information, go to This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at Constantine grad Lewis looking forward to bombing it off the tee at Glen Oaks This article originally appeared on Sturgis Journal: Glen Oaks Community College Phi Theta Kappa honored
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Sauk Valley Community College administrator receives Phi Theta Kappa award
Feb. 27—DIXON — Sauk Valley Community College recently announced that SVCC Academics and Student Services Vice President Jon Mandrell was named the Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished College Administrator Award recipient. The award recognizes college leaders who demonstrate support for student success inside and outside the classroom. Mandrell was nominated by the college's Phi Theta Kappa chapter. He will be formally recognized at Phi Theta Kappa's annual PTK Catalyst 2025 convention. "As someone who served in the role of PTK adviser in the past and returned to the role in fall 2024, I know how important it is to have administrative support," Sauk Valley Community College adjunct English faculty Rae Brunner said in a news release. "PTK is an organization that honors and promotes high achievement for students, but it can be a lot of work to support the efforts of the students and the advisers involved. It is easy to just let the club do what it will do and not engage in the process." Brunner said Mandrell went above and beyond to help Valerie Kern-Lyons and her in rebuilding Beta Alpha Gamma (which is SVCC's Phi Theta Kappa branch) from a 1-star level organization to the highest level of achievement of 5-star status. "He provided regular updates to the President's cabinet and Board of Trustees on our behalf, spoke at our informal induction ceremony, and was a consistent source of encouragement and connection as we worked to accomplish both service and academic projects," Brunner said. "He is extremely deserving of this award and I know he will continue to support the efforts of PTK in the Sauk Valley going forward." Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in higher education. The society recognizes community college students' academic achievements and provides opportunities to grow as scholars and leaders. For more information, visit
