All Electrical/Computer Engineering and Computer Science students meeting the following requirements are invited by the chapter to join Eta Kappa Nu.

The membership requirements are broken down by class standing:

• Top fifth (20%) of second-semester Sophomores
• Top quarter (25%) of Juniors
• Top third (33%) of Seniors
• All Graduate Students

Induction Requirements

Once invited, potential members must fulfill other requirements before being inducted into Eta Kappa Nu.

• Participate in at least one social event during the semester they are inducted
• Participate in at least one outreach event during the semester they are inducted
• Attend at least half of the General Body meetings during the semester they are inducted
• Meet the “Additional Requirements” listed at the bottom of the page
• (Graduate Students only) Obtain a letter of recommendation from a Professor at the University of Arizona
• Pay the $75 one-time induction fee

Non-students may also gain membership in Eta Kappa Nu:

Faculty

All faculty of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and the Computer Science Department with the rank of Assistant Professor or higher should be considered for HKN membership. Their position automatically qualifies them for membership.

Professionals

Electrical engineers, computer engineers, and computer scientists who have a distinguished record in industry, government, education, or management may be initiated by the chapter. They need not be graduates of the University of Arizona, nor is it necessary to present academic records. Approval of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department head and the faculty advisor are needed.

Additional Requirements

In addition to having the required scholastic rank, members of Eta Kappa Nu
• Possess an unimpeachable character
• Are able to make use of the knowledge and information acquired
• Have the capacity and willingness for hard work
• Work in harmony with all types of people
• Have a genial nature