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FDTC Phi Theta Kappa All-State Academic Team Honorees Announced

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Florence-Darlington Technical College is proud to announce the selection of six outstanding students to the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-State Academic Team.

This remarkable achievement reflects their dedication to academic excellence, leadership, and service within their campus and local communities. These students are among 41 selected from colleges within the South Carolina Technical College System, making this a prestigious honor.

The 2025 PTK All-State Academic Team members from FDTC are:

  • Max McKnight
  • Jilliyan Douglas
  • Nyashadzashe Makosa
  • Myaisha Primus
  • Jessica Thompson
  • Komi Kassa

To celebrate their achievements, the South Carolina Technical College System will host a recognition awards ceremony on April 10, 2025, in Columbia, South Carolina, to honor all students named to the All-State Academic Team.

April Cudd, FDTC’s PTK Advisor, shared her excitement and admiration for the honorees, stating, “It is truly an honor to recognize these five outstanding students for their academic achievement, involvement, and service. These five students have shown exemplary personal growth and development all while encouraging and empowering others. That shows passion, enlightenment, and leadership at its finest. Congratulations!”

Phi Theta Kappa is the premier honor society recognizing the academic achievements of students at two-year colleges. Membership provides students with leadership development opportunities, scholarships, and access to a community of high-achieving peers.