Gregg Garrison, an associate professor of biology at Motlow College, was named a 2013 Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished Advisor during the international honor society’s annual convention in San Jose, Calif.Garrison is advisor for the Alpha Xi Pi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Motlow’s McMinnville Center. Phi Theta Kappa advisors must have served at least four years or more to be nominated for this award. Award-winning advisors are those who make significant contributions to the growth of the individual members, serve as the chapter’s advocate, and encourage chapter members to be involved on the local, regional and/ or international level of the organization.“I am honored to be part of an organization that recognizes student excellence,” Garrison said.