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Golden Key International Honour Society University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Golden Key International Honour Society

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Why were you invited?

• Top 15% of college/university sophomores, juniors and seniors

• Top-performing graduate students • Based solely on academic achievements

About Us

• The world’s largest collegiate honor society• Founded at Georgia State in 1977• Non-profit organization • Over 2 million members worldwide• Chapters at over 400 colleges and universities

in seven different countries

GK Membership

Mission: To enable members to realize their potential through the advancement of academics, leadership and service.

Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Diversity, Excellence and Engagement.

What we can offer you…

Valuable opportunities for individual growth through: – Academic Recognition– Scholarships– Member Benefits– Leadership – Service

Academic Recognition

Academic Recognition

• New Member Recognition Event

• Membership Credentials and Certificate

• Graduation Regalia

NMRE 2012

NMRE 2012

NMRE 2012

Scholarships

Scholarships

• Everyone can apply for scholarships locally and internationally

• Brief application

• Apply at www.goldenkey.org after you log in

Member Benefits

Member Benefits

• Academic Programs and Scholarships• Educational• Study Abroad• www.searchstudyabroad.com

• Graduate School Connections• Scholarships, grants, application fee waivers and

guaranteed admission interviews

Member Benefits• Internship/Job Opportunities• Golden Key Job Board• Global Internship Initiative• Virtual Career & Graduate Fairs

• Personal and Professional Development• Immediately expand your network to include 2

million members from around the world• Network on Facebook & Twitter – facebook.com/

goldenkey & @Golden_Key• Special events and receptions

Member Benefits

• Immediate savings on the things you buy• Up to 10% on books and textbooks• $200 off Princeton Review Test Prep Courses• Save an additional 8% with GEICO Insurance• Travel discounts with G Adventures• Technology discounts with Lenovo and T-Mobile• Many more!

Leadership Opportunities

Leadership Opportunities

• Variety of officer positions• Plan a specific event • Get involved in service activities and events • Golden Key Regional & International

opportunities

UB Chapter Officers 2013-14

• President: Ajaypal Cheema• Vice-President: Allison Pieri• Secretary: Dhriti Tewari• Webmaster: Sheridan Conway• Treasurer: YOU?• Literacy Director: YOU?

2013 Regional Summits

2013 Golden Key Region 10 Summit, Amherst, MA

2013 Golden Key Region 10 Summit, Amherst, MA

2013 Golden Key Region 10 Summit, Amherst, MA

Golden Key International SummitBoston, MA – July 2014

Service Opportunities

Events across the US

• National Events: Make a Difference Day, Global Youth Service Day

• Local Chapter Events

Chapter Service Events

• Better World Books Drive

• Food Drive for WNY Food Bank

Overview:Why join?

• Academic Recognition• Scholarships• Resume Building• Career Assistance• Networking• Discounts through our corporate sponsors• Leadership Opportunities• Community Service Opportunities

Past Events

• Martial Arts Workshop • General Meeting Fun

Social Events

How to Join?

• Go to www.goldenkey.org• Click JOIN NOW banner • Enter your personalized invitation code

– Complete your profile (address, phone, e-mail, etc)– Input your payment information– Click to confirm your payment– Check your email for your confirmation invoice and Golden Key ID number– Use your member ID to log into the Golden Key website (www.goldenkey.org) to

take advantage of exclusive member benefits.

• Email: [email protected] with any questions you have

For More Information

Website:www.goldenkey.orgChapter Facebook:facebook.com/ubgoldenkeyChapter Website: buffalo.goldenkey.org