Missouri S&T Eta Kappa Nu Gamma Theta Chapter

Gamma Theta's Founders Day Photo

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Today’s HKN graduate student spotlight is Logan Wilcox! Logan is a Gamma Theta member and Ph.D. Candidate in Electrical Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Logan’s research activities are focused on “Spatial-Temporal Variance Reconstruction for Thermographic Images.” You can learn more about Logan’s work here:
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=pJCx6oYAAAAJ&hl=en

Today’s HKN graduate student spotlight is Zhekun Peng! Zhekun is a Gamma Theta member and PhD Student in Electrical Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Zhekun’s research activities are focused on “Modeling of Air Discharge on Touchscreen Surface.” You can learn more about Zhekun’s work here: https://emclab.mst.edu/

IEEE-HKN Career Conversations (Youtube) are hosted by Gamma Theta Alumnae and Governor-at-Large Amy Jones. Christian Winingar, Jacquelyn Nagel, and Ryan Bales have contributed to recent programs.

The guest editor of this issue is Dr. Sean Bentley, IEEE-HKN President-Elect and Gamma Theta Member. Also, the graduate research section includes spotlights on two Gamma Theta members. Check it out on the HKN website or the IEEE App.

Check out the May BRIDGE Magazine focusing on Fusion Energy’s Future!
Learn about the how close we are to developing a source based on a controlled thermonuclear fusion reaction, as well as its challenges and opportunities. Plus, find out who are this year’s Outstanding Student and Chapter Award winners + catch up on all things IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN)! https://bit.ly/3fNu4j4

Spring 2024 Induction

The ECE Academy visited with the ECE students in a discussion panel event on Wednesday, April 10th. Academy members Tom Dalton, Mark Nealon, Alan Erickson, Jim Paunicka, and David Siezmore shared their experiences and advice.

HKN Gamma Theta Officers present to the ECE Academy.

S&T EE Alumna and Gamma Theta member Dr. Sandra Magnus is part of IEEE-HKN's TechX program.

Be sure to register for HKN TechX so you don't miss this Keynote session: X-Factor Conversation with Dr. Sandra Magnus, HKN Eminent Member and former NASA Astronaut! Register here: https://techx.hkn.events/registration/

We're thrilled to share that the ECE Missouri S&T Eta Kappa Nu Gamma Theta Chapter (IEEE-HKN) has been recognized as a co-winner in the 2022-2023 Outstanding Chapter Activities Award Program! 🌟 Among twenty-one HKN chapters globally, our chapter stood out for its remarkable contributions. This prestigious award acknowledges our dedication to professional development, institutional assistance, scholarship, and public service. 🏆
The formal presentation of the award will take place at the upcoming Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Heads Association Meeting this spring. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated advisors, Drs. Steve E. Watkins, Sahra Sedigh, and Theresa Swift, for their guidance and support. 🙌
This marks the twenty-second time since 2000 that the S&T Chapter has been recognized in this esteemed program. 🎓 We're immensely proud of our achievements and look forward to continuing our legacy of excellence in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering! 💡
Missouri S&T
Missouri S&T College of Engineering and Computing

To kick of the start of the Spring 2024 semester, we would love to announce our current officer team!

Dear ECE Graduate Student,

Congratulations! As a graduate student in good academic standing, we would like to commend you on your hard work here at Missouri S&T. We would also like to extend an official invitation to become a member of Eta Kappa Nu, the International IEEE Honor Society.
Our organization is dedicated to encouraging and recognizing excellence in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and other IEEE fields. We create opportunities for our members to network with businesses and industry professionals, contribute to the community, advance their skills, and become part of a highly prestigious group of electrical and computer engineers located throughout the world.

Requirements are as follows:

• Recommendation from a current faculty member
• Completion of a minimum of 2 hours of service activities. (Service hours with other organizations may be approved).
• Attendance at a minimum of 1 Chapter meetings or other non-service activity.
• Complete a brief HKN Background exam.
• Payment of the IEEE-HKN induction fee and the local induction fee.
• Attendance at the IEEE-HKN induction ceremony.


Please contact us for more information at [email protected]. We can share the pledging process and answer questions you may have about our organization. HKN membership has many advantages as a student and during a career.

Interested graduate students should also have their advisor or another faculty member send a recommendation to our chapter advisor at [email protected]. The international organization is described at https://hkn.ieee.org.

The HKN Mentorship program is available. The photo includes Gamma Theta members - HKN President Ryan Bales, HKN Director Nancy Ostin, Advisor Steve Watkins, and Alumni Katie Brinker.

We are expanding our initiative and looking for dedicated mentors and enthusiastic mentees who are looking to build a stronger future together! Sign up to take part in our graduate student mentorship program by Feb 23! Learn more here: https://hkn.ieee.org/mentoring

Ryan Bales, current IEEE-HKN President, is interviewed by BOG's member Amy Jones. Ryan and Amy are both Gamma Theta Alumni.

Have you listened to the latest episode of Career Conversations yet? Check it out on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/u9hszCe3vns

Gamma Theta Senior Represents College at Graduation

Christian Winingar, electrical engineering senior, was one of two students to represent the College of Engineering and Computing as Mace Bearer at the December Commencement of the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Christian was selected due to his campus involvement including service as president of the Gamma Theta Chapter of IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu and as past commander of the campus Sigma Nu Fraternity. Congratulations.

Dr. Sandra Magnus Receives IEEE-HKN Eminent Member Designation
Dr. Sandra Magnus, former NASA astronaut and NAE member, has been honored with the IEEE-HKN Eminent Member Designation at the IEEE Educational Activities (EA) Awards Ceremony on November 17, 2023, in Washington, DC.
This recognition, the highest within the IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) honor society, has been awarded to only 144 individuals since its establishment in 1950. S&T has had only one other alumni to receive this honor (Mervin Kelly in the 1950’s).
Dr. Magnus received BS Physics and MS Electrical Engineering degrees from Missouri S&T and was inducted into the Missouri S&T HKN chapter as a professional member in 2011. At 2023, on behalf of the student chapter, nominated her for the IEEE-HKN Eminent Member Designation.
Congratulations to Dr. Sandra Magnus on this outstanding achievement!

Sandra Magnus receives highest IEEE-HKN recognition Dr. Sandra Magnus, National Academy of Engineering member and former NASA astronaut, was elevated to an eminent member in the IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) honor society at the IEEE Educational Activities Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C., in November.

Congratulations to the December 2023 Gamma Theta Graduates

Congratulations Dr. Bentley!

ECE and HKN Celebrate the Semester.

Congratulations! Dr. Magnus received her MS in EE from Missouri S&T in 1990 and was inducted as a professional member of the HKN Gamma Theta Chapter in 2011.

Congratulations to Sandra Magnus for receiving the IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN) Eminent Member Recognition. Watch now on demand. https://bit.ly/47wyqk1

Congratulations Dr. Bill Kim, ECE faculty at Missouri S&T and Gamma Theta member.

Congratulations to DongHyun (Bill) Kim for receiving the IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN) Outstanding Young Professional Award. DongHyun (Bill) Kim has made great contributions toward characterization and modeling of dielectric materials and via structures to ensure signal integrity and reduce crosstalk levels in high-speed digital channels. Watch now on demand. https://bit.ly/47wyqk1 facebook.com/dbillkim/

The Gamma Theta Chapter held is Fall initiation for 16 new members on Saturday November 11.

Congratulations to Gamma Theta HKN members Griffin Buschjost and Christian Winingar.

Congratulations to the 2023/24 PES scholars! Special shoutout to all of the HKN members who were recognized, including Jacob Bittinger, Anna Erpenbeck, Samuel Langenfeld, Madison Hehir, Casandra Mangiulli, Ezekiel Adjokatse, Mary Peterson, Samantha Toups, Michelle Atkinson, Griffin Buschjost, Christian Winingar, and Spencer Arnold!

See the Gamma Theta photos in the Founders Day video.

Happy Founder’s Day! Founder's Day is October 28th! Celebrate 119 years of HKN with members from around the world!

The Gamma Theta Chapter of IEEE-HKN received the Key Chapter Award at the 2023 Student Leadership Conference in Charlotte, NC. Only 55 HKN chapters received this recognition of effective chapter operations.

Gamma Theta Members at the 2023 Student Leadership Conference in Houston, Texas

The Gamma Theta Group at the 2022 SLC.

Calling all HKN Alumni and Professional Members! Want to join us in Houston for the 2023 Student Leadership Conference? You can register to attend the full conference or just the Awards and Recognition Banquet! Learn more and register here: https://slc.hkn.events/registration/