Education Programs

What is Phi Delta Kappa?

Founded in 1906, Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) is the premier professional association for educators. Since its founding, this member-based association has been a dedicated advocate for public schools and strives to prepare the next generation of educators. Through a wide range of innovative initiatives based on visionary leadership, relevant research, and dedicated service, PDK serves practicing teachers, administrators, college educators, and those concerned about public education. Over 300 of PDK’s 50,000 members are alumni of Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology.

The local chapters of PDK provide networking and collegiality to educators at all levels of the profession. The PDK website and publications focus on cutting-edge information for teachers and administrators and provide topical and timely advice for teachers at all levels. In addition, PDK members with a 3.80 cumulative grade point average are eligible to purchase a gold honor cord to further commemorate their achievement at their graduation ceremony.

For more information about joining Pepperdine’s chapter of PDK, please email pdk@pepperdine.edu.

If you’d like more details on the benefits of joining PDK, you may also view the presentations below:

GSEP Information Session Presentation
PDK International Orientation Presentation

COMING SOON! The PDK Online Social Network