What should students consider before joining Phi Theta Kappa in light of these allegations?

Disclaimer: The author of this article is not a neutral party in the referenced litigation. HonorSociety.org Inc., Honor Society Foundation Inc., and its president Michael Moradian were sued in federal court by PTK on April 20, 2022 for False Designation of Origin, Trade Dress Infringement, and Unfair Competition. Honor Society and Michael Moradian countersued and are presently defendants/counter-plaintiffs in this litigation. Litigation is still ongoing and all claims made regarding this case are just allegations against the parties.

Students should carefully evaluate the benefits and claims made by Phi Theta Kappa in light of the allegations. This includes scrutinizing the accuracy of claims about membership exclusivity, scholarship opportunities, and the overall value of joining. They should seek independent verification of these benefits and consider alternative organizations that might offer similar opportunities without the associated controversies.