Articles

Life and Legacy of Edward C. Taylor

The work of Princeton chemist Edward C. Taylor (ΦBK, Cornell University, 1946) led to the development of Alimta, a cancer-fighting drug used worldwide.

Deej: ΦBK Member Inspires Documentary about Autism

For DJ Savarese (ΦBK, Oberlin College, 2017), getting an education is a right that all children should have regardless of any disability.

Keys to Action Week: Let’s Make 241 Super

In challenging times, how can we make our 241st anniversary count for more? Join Phi Beta Kappa from December 4-9 for an action-packed week, Keys to Action.

Key Connections Engages Recent Inductees

The Society’s newly launched Key Connections initiative is designed to build ties among new members and encourage them to join their local associations.

Visiting Scholar Paige West

While on tour for ΦBK, West will spend two days on each campus meeting with students and faculty and give a free public lecture.

Key Reporter Reader Survey

We are asking for a few moments of your time this fall to make sure we hear your thoughts and suggestions about The Key Reporter!

Jake Tapper To Host Annual Veterans Awards

On January 20, CNN anchor and Phi Beta Kappa member Jake Tapper will host the 2018 Veterans Awards in Washington, DC.

From the Secretary: Friendship, Morality, and Literature

The three stars on the ΦBK key represent our core values of friendship, morality, and literature. There is great depth to the choice of these three values…

Handwriting’s Upper Hand

With the advent of mobile technology, taking notes on classroom lectures may have become more convenient for students, but something may be lost in the process…

How ΦBK Has Helped Me: Dr. Jean Gispen

For Dr. Jean Gispen, membership in Phi Beta Kappa has been a key to unlocking the doors to her career…

Phi Beta Kappa Award Winners, Fall 2017

Congratulations to the following members who have been recognized this fall for their contributions to science, literature, and the intellectual life of the country.

Understanding Ignorance: Interview with Daniel R. DeNicola

Daniel R. DeNicola, philosopher and president of the ΦBK chapter at Gettysburg College, talks with us about his latest book, Understanding Ignorance.