Coastal receives ODK recognition awards

Coastal Carolina University’s Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa (CCU ODK), the national leadership honor society, was honored as a “Circle of Distinction” at the 47th Biennial ODK National Convention and Summit in Charlotte, N.C., on July 28. Three CCU ODK student officers attended the biennial convention with CCU faculty members Charmaine Tomczyk and Dan Ennis to accept the 2011-2012 award on behalf of the CCU ODK Circle. The honor is given to Circles that demonstrate exceptional performance in accordance with the ODK national standards.

Also, honored at the event was Robert Squatriglia, CCU faculty emeritus and former vice president for student affairs. He received the Cheryl M Hogle Distinguished Service Award. Begun in 1931, this annual award honors outstanding and conspicuous service to Omicron Delta Kappa. 

ODK is the oldest national leadership honor society begun in 1914. It promotes the idea that leadership of exceptional quality and versatility in college should be recognized and represented in all phases of college life to increase cooperative, worthwhile endeavors developed by outstanding students, faculty, staff and administration members. Each Circle meets on a basis of mutual interest, understanding, and helpfulness towards their institution’s goals and objectives.