PHI THETA KAPPA, HONORS SOCIETY (PTK)

Sigma Gamma Chapter

Phi Theta Kappa is recognized by the American Association of Community Colleges as the official international honor society of two-year colleges. The purpose of this organization is to recognize and encourage scholarship among associate degree students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa provides opportunities for the development of leadership and service; an intellectual climate to exchange ideas and ideals; lively fellowship for scholars; and stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence. Membership is by invitation only and strict requirements must be met prior to the extension of an invitation.

Athletics

Whitecaps athletic teams compete locally in the nationally prominent and highly competitive National Junior College Athletic Association - Region XIV The governing body for two-year college athletics in the United States is the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Galveston College is active in the NJCAA and abides by its regulations and policies in the operation of its intercollegiate athletic programs. For additional information regarding the intercollegiate athletic program, please contact the Director of Athletics at Galveston College at 409-944-1202.

The intercollegiate athletic program at Galveston College was reestablished in 1991 as a result of a grant provided by the Moody Foundation of Galveston, Texas. Sports selected for sponsorship by the Foundation and the College includes women's fast pitch softball and men's baseball, at the NJCAA Division I level contested during the spring

Intramurals

Galveston College promotes team building and healthy competition among students via intramural sports. The college offers intramural sports in indoor soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis and badminton Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to participate and get involved on campus.

Gulf Coast Intercollegiate Conference

Galveston College is a member of the Gulf Coast Intercollegiate Conference (GCIC), which provides its students the opportunity to compete on an extramural level. Sports Day competition includes such activities as tennis, co-ed volleyball, co-ed soccer, basketball, flag football, billiards and golf. Tournaments are held in the fall, spring and in Galveston. For more information, contact the Student Activities Office via email activities@gc.edu or call 409-944-1234.