GARDNER – Mount Wachusett Community College announces the induction of outstanding students into the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for the 2024 – 2025 year. The ceremony, held on April 17, recognized 73 exceptional students for their exemplary academic achievements, leadership and commitment to community service.

Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, honors students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship and service. Membership is extended to those who embody the values of scholarship, leadership, fellowship, and service. Inductees join a network of over 3.5 million members worldwide, representing the best of community and technical colleges.

Some notable PTK members include astronaut Fred Haise, actress Sela Ward, singer Trisha Yearwood, and news anchor Jim Lehrer.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of our 2025 Phi Theta Kappa inductees,” said James Vander Hooven, president of Mount Wachusett Community College. “I am always so impressed by your achievements. You are all balancing so many things in your lives, your dedication to academic excellence and service is inspiring.”

The Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society induction ceremony at MWCC showcased the academic achievements and leadership potential of students from various disciplines. Each inductee has demonstrated a commitment to scholarship and community, making significant contributions both inside and outside the classroom.

Area students that were inducted to The 2025 MWCC Phi Theta Kappa are:

■Melissa Baker, Athol

■Jenna Bonenfant, Athol

■Cassandra Bowers, Athol

■Domanic Cacciolfi, Athol

■Adriana Cintron Rodriguez, Athol

■Lauren Goodrich, Athol

■Kaylee Guyotte, Athol

■Tracey Mills, Athol

■Emma Morse, Athol

■Brandon Ouellet, Athol

■Takoda Andrews, Orange

■Jenna Dunphe, Orange

■Alyson Teto, Orange

■Jill Vescovi, Orange

■Jack Buchan, Phillipston

■Erika Cormier, Royalston

■Kaleb Beasley, Winchendon