Rhonda Phillips Elected to Omicron Delta Kappa Board of Trustees
Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, has elected Rhonda Phillips, Ph.D., FAICP, to its Board of Trustees. Phillips currently serves as president of St. Mary's College of Maryland, having previously led Chatham University and founded the John Martinson Honors College at Purdue University. A Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners and a three-time Fulbright recipient, she brings decades of academic leadership experience to the national board.
Lexington, VA, September 18, 2026 --(PR.com)-- Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, proudly announces the election of Rhonda Phillips, Ph.D., FAICP, to its Board of Trustees. An accomplished higher education leader, scholar, and community development expert, Phillips brings extensive experience in academic leadership, strategic planning, interdisciplinary education, innovation, and community engagement to the national board.
The announcement was made by Jennifer L. Waller, O∆K president and chief executive officer.
“Omicron Delta Kappa is pleased to welcome Rhonda Phillips to our Board of Trustees. Her extensive leadership in higher education, commitment to interdisciplinary learning, and passion for strengthening communities align deeply with the ideals of O∆K,” Waller said. “Her experience and perspective will be a tremendous asset to the Society as we continue to develop and support the next generation of leaders.”
Phillips serves as president of St. Mary’s College of Maryland and previously served as president of Chatham University in Pittsburgh and founding dean of the John Martinson Honors College at Purdue University. A scholar and practitioner in community and economic development and planning, she has held leadership positions at Arizona State University and the University of Southern Mississippi and began her career with the City of Birmingham, Alabama; the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce; and the International Development Research Council. A Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners and a three-time Fulbright recipient, Phillips has authored or edited 34 academic books and is the founding editor of the "International Journal of Community Well-Being."
Omicron Delta Kappa is honored to welcome Rhonda Phillips to its Board of Trustees and looks forward to the expertise, perspective, and leadership she will contribute to the Society’s ongoing mission.
Omicron Delta Kappa Society, the National Leadership Honor Society, was founded in Lexington, Virginia, on Dec. 3, 1914. The founders established the O∆K Idea — the belief that individuals representing all phases of collegiate life should collaborate to support their campus and community. O∆K honors and develops leaders and promotes collaboration, inclusivity, integrity, scholarship, and service. The Society is located on more than 300 college and university campuses throughout North America. The Society's national headquarters is located in Lexington, Virginia.
The announcement was made by Jennifer L. Waller, O∆K president and chief executive officer.
“Omicron Delta Kappa is pleased to welcome Rhonda Phillips to our Board of Trustees. Her extensive leadership in higher education, commitment to interdisciplinary learning, and passion for strengthening communities align deeply with the ideals of O∆K,” Waller said. “Her experience and perspective will be a tremendous asset to the Society as we continue to develop and support the next generation of leaders.”
Phillips serves as president of St. Mary’s College of Maryland and previously served as president of Chatham University in Pittsburgh and founding dean of the John Martinson Honors College at Purdue University. A scholar and practitioner in community and economic development and planning, she has held leadership positions at Arizona State University and the University of Southern Mississippi and began her career with the City of Birmingham, Alabama; the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce; and the International Development Research Council. A Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners and a three-time Fulbright recipient, Phillips has authored or edited 34 academic books and is the founding editor of the "International Journal of Community Well-Being."
Omicron Delta Kappa is honored to welcome Rhonda Phillips to its Board of Trustees and looks forward to the expertise, perspective, and leadership she will contribute to the Society’s ongoing mission.
Omicron Delta Kappa Society, the National Leadership Honor Society, was founded in Lexington, Virginia, on Dec. 3, 1914. The founders established the O∆K Idea — the belief that individuals representing all phases of collegiate life should collaborate to support their campus and community. O∆K honors and develops leaders and promotes collaboration, inclusivity, integrity, scholarship, and service. The Society is located on more than 300 college and university campuses throughout North America. The Society's national headquarters is located in Lexington, Virginia.
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