Recognizing Outstanding Chapter Scholarly Activities
The President’s Award honors and recognizes Pi Theta Epsilon chapters that organize and implement outstanding scholarly activities. This award celebrates chapters whose events increase knowledge, develop professional skills, and help advance the occupational therapy profession.
The President’s Award acknowledges chapters that exemplify PTE’s commitment to scholarship through well-designed, impactful events that:
- Increase knowledge in occupational therapy
- Develop professional skills among members
- Contribute meaningfully to advancing the OT profession
- Demonstrate innovation and excellence in scholarly programming
Who Can Apply:
- Any active Pi Theta Epsilon chapter
- Activities may be coordinated by a single chapter or multiple chapters working collaboratively
Activity Requirements:
- Must have occurred within the past calendar year (January–December)
- Must align clearly with PTE’s mission
- Each chapter may submit one application detailing one scholarly chapter event
Submission Guidelines
Deadline: January 31 annually (midnight local time)
Submission Method: Email to the PTE National Office at pte@aotf.org
Review Process: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with an annual review beginning January 31. The national PTE Executive Board evaluates all submissions.
Multiple Awards: When appropriate, a second award may be considered to distinguish outstanding individual and interchapter accomplishments.
Required Application Components
1. Chapter Information
- Chapter Greek name
- Chapter university
- Contact Person’s Information
- Address
- Telephone number
- Email address
2. Activity Coordination: Identify whether the activity was coordinated by one individual chapter or multiple chapters
3. Activity Description: Describe the activity conducted by your PTE chapter and explain why it was selected for submission
4. Mission Alignment: Describe the relationship between the activity and the mission of Pi Theta Epsilon
5. Goals and Outcomes: State the goal and/or the outcome(s) of the activity as it relates to the stated goal or purpose
6. Participant Response Summary: Provide a comprehensive summary regarding the response of activity participants. Include both:
- Qualitative examples (e.g., participant quotes, testimonials, observations)
- Quantitative examples (e.g., survey responses, attendance numbers, assessment data)
Publication: A description of the winning scholarly activity will be published in the Scroll & Pen newsletter
Ceremony: The winning chapter will be recognized at the PTE Annual Business Meeting during the AOTA Annual Conference
Professional Development: Award recipients gain recognition that enhances their chapter’s reputation and provides a model for scholarly excellence
2024
Epsilon Nu Chapter – Georgia State University
2023
Alpha Iota Chapter – Creighton University
2022
Mu Chapter – Florida International University
2021
Gamma Pi Chapter – Russell Sage College & Beta Psi Chapter – Stony Brook University
2020
Gamma Pi Chapter – Sage Colleges
2018
Nu Chapter – University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston
2017
Omicron Chapter – Boston University
2016
Kappa Chapter – University of North Dakota & Beta Pi Chapter
2015
Alpha Pi Chapter – Touro University
2014
Alpha Eta Chapter – University of Southern California
2012
Beta Delta Chapter – Nova Southeastern University
2011
Omicron Chapter – Boston University
Tips for a Strong Application
Demonstrate Impact
- Provide specific examples of how the activity increased participant knowledge
- Include measurable outcomes when possible
- Share participant feedback that illustrates value
Show Mission Alignment
- Clearly connect your activity to PTE’s core values of research, leadership, and scholarship
- Explain how the event advances occupational therapy practice
Document Thoroughly
- Collect participant feedback during or immediately after the event
- Take photos and gather testimonials
- Track attendance and engagement metrics
Highlight Innovation
- Describe what made your activity unique or particularly effective
- Explain creative approaches to engaging members or addressing professional development needs
Questions?
Contact the PTE national office at pte@aotf.org or call (240) 292-1077 for information about application requirements, deadlines, or the review process.