By Bala Prasanna, IEEE R1 Director 2024-25
The IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) induction ceremony was held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. The IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) induction ceremony was a momentous and solemn occasion, marked by the induction of new members who have demonstrated the core ideals of scholarship, character, and attitude. During the ceremony, IEEE HKN President Dr. Ryan Bales, along with other HKN leaders and staff, emphasized these values and asked the inductees to commit to upholding them in their professional lives.
The inductees, including Dr. Akila Wijethunge, Dr. Jithin Krishna, and Dr. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari from Region 10, responded with an enthusiastic “I Do,” signifying their dedication to:
- Continuing to develop intelligence and common sense in their professional practice.
- Continuing to develop character in positive ways, including practicing honesty, ethical behavior, good judgment, hard work, and avoiding the path of least resistance.
- Continuing to maintain a positive attitude about life, being congenial, tolerant, tactful, and respectful.
IEEE-HKN, the international honor society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), was founded in 1904 at the University of Illinois and merged with IEEE in 2010. Celebrating its 120th anniversary in 2024, HKN has over 279 collegiate chapters worldwide and more than 200,000 members. It recognizes excellence in education, professional practice, and meritorious work within IEEE’s designated fields of interest.
Region 10, which includes a diverse range of institutions, is proud to have HKN student chapters at the following institutions:
- Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering
- The University of Hong Kong
- National University of Singapore
- UCSI University – Kuala Lumpur (recognized as one of HKN’s Outstanding Chapter Award recipients for the 2022-2023 academic year)
- Singapore University of Technology and Design
- University of Queensland
- G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering
- National Chiao Tung University
- Waseda University
- Chulalongkorn University
- Indian Institute of Science – Bangalore
- Sri Sai Ram Engineering College (installed in 2023)
- Vardhaman College of Engineering-Shamshabad (installed in 2024)
By the numbers, Region 10 boasts:
- 282 HKN members
- 98 members were inducted during 2023-2024 thus far.
- 25 Eta Chapter members in Region 10 (14 inducted in 2023 and 2024)
Current activities in Region 10 include:
- Sponsoring two students’ travel to the HKN Student Leadership Conference in North Carolina in November 2024, with efforts to fund a third student’s travel, thanks to Director Lance Fung’s efforts.
- Liaising with department leadership to reactivate inactive or dormant university chapters and promote the benefits of HKN membership among students at institutions like Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, The University of Hong Kong, Singapore University of Technology and Design, G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, and Chulalongkorn University.
- Encouraging collaborative programming between HKN chapters and student branches, as well as between HKN chapters and IEEE technical societies.
- Connecting chapters with programming opportunities and supporting the execution of these programs, such as Distinguished Lecturer programs with HKN chapters.
If you’re interested in becoming a part of IEEE-HKN, reaching out to Director Lance Fung, Dr. Akila Wijethunge, Dr. Mousmi Chaurasia, or MGA VP Deepak Mathur could be a transformational step. Their guidance and the opportunities provided by HKN can significantly enhance your professional journey and contribute to the growth of Region 10.
Would you like more information on how to get started, or do you have any specific questions about IEEE-HKN? Looks us up at https://hkn.ieee.org/ or send mail to: info@hkn.org
