About HKN
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HKN Mission and Purpose
Eta Kappa Nu is a unique membership organization dedicated to encouraging and recognizing excellence in the electrical and computer engineering field. Members consist of students, alumni, and other professionals who have demonstrated exceptional academic and professional accomplishments.
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Eta Kappa Nu was formed as a result of the vision of Maurice L. Carr, an electrical engineering student at the University of Illinois. He shared his vision of a unique organization that recognized academic excellence in engineering with nine other students, and together they founded Eta Kappa Nu on October 28, 1904. Although the organization's original purpose was to honor scholarship, it was also noted that selecting students with the character and attitude that would make them probable leaders in the profession was even more important.
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Eta Kappa Nu is an invite-only, honor society. For undergraduates, HKN Kappa Psi chapter sends invitations to top fourth of junior standing and top third of senior standing. Invitations are sent at the end of fall and winter quarter. Upon invitation, students can start the initiation process and complete the requirements in order to be officially accepted.
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Eta Kappa Nu hosts various events throughout the year. The events ranges from professional workshops to social events. The chapter also encourages members and initiates to participate in various events that Career Services Center provides. Pay attention to events calendar for upcoming events!
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