The history of Golden Key Internationally
Golden Key International Honour Society was founded by a group of highly motivated undergraduate students, much like you on November 29, 1977. Golden Key is the first global honour society. Since it’s founding, over 1.7 million students have been inducted as members at nearly 350 chapters throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates. There are 17 chapters in Canada. In Canada, we are one of 17 chapters and have established networks with national, regional, and campus presences.
The beginnings of GK at BU
Although Golden key celebrates its 31st anniversary this year, the Bishop’s University Chapter has only been running since 2003. The idea to start up an honours society recognizing and encouraging academic excellence of BU students was born at a gathering at former Principal Janyne Hodder’s home in 2001. On March 21, 2002 the BU Chapter of Golden Key was officially chartered with Leigh Sowerby, an Honours biochemistry student as its first President. Leigh is now pursuing a medical career.
What is GK?
Golden Key believes in a community built on mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As a global organization, Golden Key values diversity and respects differences among its members.
Golden key works to champion literacy-based initiatives, provide demonstrable value to its members, and build powerful and lasting relationships with corporate and non-profit partners who value education, diversity, and leadership.
Why Join?
As a new member of Golden Key, you have the opportunity to get involved locally at the chapter level right way. Much of what we do involves working with each other, assisting others, and having fun along the way. Membership is an opportunity to showcase your talents and further the goals of the Society!
Scholarships, Awards, and Internships
Golden Key has seen a lot of changes in 31 years, but one thing does remain the same: the dedication of delivering tangible value to student members through outstanding benefits. To stay current on all Golden key scholarship, internship and study abroad opportunities as well as networking and job opportunities be sure to update your member information regularly. Become with the Society’s website: http://www.goldenkey.org, and visit it often for new and exciting offers.
