Chapter Information
Chapter Information
Inviting New Members
Members: Chi Epsilon University Chapters may invite students from civil engineering or related disciplines to pledge Chi Epsilon if they meet one of the following criteria:
Undergraduate Students:
The student has completed at least one-fourth (25%) of the bachelor’s degree requirements.
The student ranks in the top one-third of their eligible cohort by GPA.
Graduate Students:
The student is selected in accordance with the chapter’s internal nomination processes.
Special Consideration:
A student who does not meet the GPA requirement but has demonstrated scholarship may be invited to pledge with unanimous approval from the Faculty Advisor, Department Head/Chair, and District Councilor.
Upon fulfilling the initiation requirements, completing the pledge process, and participating in the initiation ritual, the individual becomes a Student Member.
Faculty Members
University faculty members in civil engineering or related disciplines may be nominated to become Chi Epsilon Initiates if they meet the following criteria:
They teach in civil engineering or a related field.
They are nominated by the Chi Epsilon University Chapter in accordance with the chapter’s internal processes.
They are approved by the Faculty Advisor (or Department Chair).
Faculty members become full Chi Epsilon Members after completing the initiation ritual.
Chapter Honor Members
Individuals with outstanding professional accomplishments in civil engineering may be recognized as Chapter Honor Members if they meet the following criteria:
They have a minimum of 10 years of professional engineering experience.
They are a licensed Professional Engineer in good standing.
They are approved by a majority vote of the chapter’s Student Membership.
If a nominee does not meet criteria one or two but has been vetted and approved by the chapter, they may also be approved as a Chapter Honor Member by a majority vote of the National Council. Chapters may nominate one Chapter Honor Member per initiation ceremony to focus on their achievements.
Nominations Must Include
Photo suitable for newsletter/online publication.
Statement of chapter nomination submission (between ½ page and 1 page) suitable for publication. This statement should highlight the candidate’s engineering expertise and contributions to the field, supporting the chapter’s endorsement of why this individual deserves this honor.
Resume.
Chapter Honor Member nominations should be submitted via this form
Chapter Responsibilities
Chapters are expected to remain active and engaged within their department, university, and community, exemplifying the core pillars of Scholarship, Character, Practicality, and Sociability. Responsibilities of each chapter include:
Hosting regular meetings that are of interest to members and the broader community.
Periodically electing new members and officers to maintain chapter leadership.
Organizing service projects and social events that embody Chi Epsilon’s values.
Promoting and publicizing chapter activities to foster engagement and visibility.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, chapters contribute to the growth and vitality of Chi Epsilon while upholding its mission and values.
Graduation
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Starting a New Chapter
To establish a new Chi Epsilon chapter, a New Chapter Petition must be submitted to the National Council. The petition must include:
Names and contact information for the Interim Faculty Advisor, Interim Student President, Vice-President, and Secretary or Treasurer.
Personal statements from the three interim student officers on their commitment to Chi Epsilon’s mission and pillars.
Names and contact details for the Dean and Department Chair(s).
Graduate data for Chi Epsilon-related majors over the last five years.
A signed letter of support from the Department Chair(s).
A nomination letter from an active Chi Epsilon chapter, committing to provide advising mentorship.
Following submission, a meeting will be held with the Department Chair(s), Interim Faculty Advisor, and a National Council representative, who will advocate for the petition. Upon approval, an inaugural initiation and installation will take place, led by the District Councilor, Executive Director, National President, Interim Faculty Advisor, and Interim Officers.
Chapters will receive a chapter number, indicating the order of installation, and a unique abbreviation for use on member keys.
To submit your New Chapter Petition, please email all required materials to [email protected].