Beta Kappa Chi

Summary

Beta Kappa Chi (ΒΚΧ) is a scholastic honor society that recognizes academic achievement among students in the fields of natural science and mathematics.[1][2]

Beta Kappa Chi
ΒΚΧ
Founded1923; 101 years ago (1923)
Lincoln University
TypeHonor Society
AffiliationACHS
EmphasisNatural science and Mathematics
ScopeNational
MottoScience holds the Golden Key to the Royal Palace of Knowledge
Colors  Golden Yellow and   Royal Blue
SymbolClover Leaf, Skull and Crossed Bones, Circle, Retort, Balance, Scroll
PublicationΒΚΧ Bulletin
Chapters67
Members60,000 lifetime
HeadquartersBeta Kappa Chi National Honor Society
Southern University and A&M College
244 William James Hall
PO Box 10046

Baton Rouge, LA 70813
US
WebsiteOfficial website

The society was founded at Lincoln University in 1923 and was admitted to the Association of College Honor Societies in 1961.[3]

Beta Kappa Chi honor society has 67 active chapters across the United States, and a total membership of approximately 60,000.[3]

See also edit

References edit

  1. ^ Beta Kappa Chi Honor Society- Natural Sciences and Mathematics - An ACHS Member Society
  2. ^ Anson, Jack L.; Marchenasi, Robert F., eds. (1991) [1879]. Baird's Manual of American Fraternities (20th ed.). Indianapolis, IN: Baird's Manual Foundation, Inc. p. VI-18–19. ISBN 978-0963715906.
  3. ^ a b Per the national website, accessed 20 Sept 2021.

External links edit

  • Official website
  • ACHS Beta Kappa Chi entry