Two Local Students Elected to Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

The nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society welcomes new members from Monroe and Social Circle.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society, has elected two local students to membership. Allison Lugue of Monroe, Georgia and Kristin Carter of Social Circle, Georgia were among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni initiated into Phi Kappa Phi this year.

Why it matters

Phi Kappa Phi is a prestigious honor society that recognizes exceptional academic achievement across all disciplines. Election to Phi Kappa Phi is a significant accomplishment that can open doors for students in their academic and professional careers.

The details

Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a local chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of their class may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.

  • Phi Kappa Phi elected new members on March 2, 2026.

The players

Allison Lugue

A student at Mercer University in Monroe, Georgia who was elected to Phi Kappa Phi.

Kristin Carter

A student at Nova Southeastern University in Social Circle, Georgia who was elected to Phi Kappa Phi.

Phi Kappa Phi

The nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines, founded in 1897.

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The takeaway

Election to Phi Kappa Phi is a prestigious honor that recognizes exceptional academic achievement and a commitment to lifelong learning. The induction of Allison Lugue and Kristin Carter highlights the academic excellence of students in the Monroe and Social Circle communities.