Student Clubs and Honor Societies
IEEE Student Branch
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is the world’s largest professional organization advancing innovation in engineering, computing, and related technologies. Becoming an IEEE Student or Graduate Student Member reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, professional development, and future career success. Full-time students in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program within an IEEE-designated field — including Computer Science/IT, Engineering, the physical/biological/mathematical sciences, or technology-focused areas such as communication, education, management, or policy — are eligible for student membership for up to eight years. As an IEEE Student Member, you join a global network of more than 500,000 professionals and innovators. Membership provides access to leading technical resources like the IEEE Xplore Digital Library, participation in conferences and competitions, engagement in standards initiatives, and valuable mentorship and networking opportunities.
To get started, apply online through the IEEE Membership Application. After your membership is approved, please email your name and IEEE Member Number to the student branch advisor, Dr. Arup Ghosh, at akghosh@jsu.edu. If you need a referral for your application, you may request Dr. Ghosh’s IEEE membership number.
UPE Honor Society for the Computing and Information Disciplines
UPE is an international honor society for students in the Computing and Information disciplines. Being a member of UPE not only signifies a commitment to excellence in Computer Science and Information Sciences, but also opens doors to networking opportunities, career advancement, and a supportive community of like-minded individuals passionate about the Computing and Information disciplines.
KME and Math Club
Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME) is a national mathematics honor society. KME members are selected from students of mathematics and other closely related fields who have maintained standards of scholarship, have professional merit, and have attained academic distinction.
The JSU Math Club is open to any student interested in mathematics, regardless of major. KME and the Math Club meet concurrently once a month for fun, food, and networking.
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