Love of Learning is the Guide of Life

Since our founding in 1776, Phi Beta Kappa has celebrated excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and championed freedom of thought. As America’s most prestigious academic honor society, we are uniquely equipped to advocate for the value and benefits of liberal arts and sciences education.

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  • The Arts, Humanities and Sciences Need Your Voice Now

    Now more than ever, we must make the case about the value of the liberal arts and sciences. Phi Beta Kappa has the tools you need to make the case for the arts and sciences with local, state, and national policymakers. Find out how you can help spread the word and take action today at toolkit.pbk.org. Sign up for our monthly newsletter below.

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  • Work with Phi Beta Kappa

    Are you passionate about the liberal arts and sciences? Looking to join a creative and dynamic workplace that appreciates your love of learning for all of life? The national office is currently hiring a full-time Data and Membership Coordinator.

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    Have you checked out the new items in our Key Collection? In addition to our tote bag and moleskin notebook, you can now wear a Phi Beta ‘cap’pa! Share your #PBKSelfKey.

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Behind The Key

Liz Marshall Anderson (ΦΒΚ, Lawrence University) is a senior counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Before joining the SEC, she spent almost a decade in private practice where she advised clients on government investigations and related white collar matters. She graduated summa cum laude from Lawrence University with a degree in Classics and a minor in Philosophy and went on to receive her J.D. at the University of Virginia School of Law.