Kettering University Inducts New Robot Society Members

Kettering University Inducts New Robot Society Members

On December 10, 2024, Kettering University proudly initiated three new members into the esteemed Robot Society, an honor that stands as the pinnacle of the University's recognition. Membership is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, academic performance, and a commitment to community values.

Since the organization's founding in 1927, approximately 1,200 individuals have been honored as Robots, selected from the top 1 percent of the student body. Each initiate is chosen for exemplifying the Society's core values: Leadership, which is Creative, Service that Transcends Self, and Citizenship, which Demonstrates Responsibility.

The official Robot attire, designed to distinguish members, includes:

• White Gloves symbolizing purity
• Red Bow Tie representing the bloodline of a leader
• Cane topped with the letter "R" to signify membership
• Black Spots on the Key, symbolizing the transformation into a Robot
• Bells are worn to draw attention to the initiates

The initiation ceremony consists of certification, the recitation of the Robot pledge, and the signing of the Keys by all present honorary and active Robots. The Robot Pledge commits new members to uphold the Society's ideals and adhere to the Constitution and Bylaws.

The newest members of the Robot Society are:

Ian Gibson, Electrical Engineering

Jaydin Freeman, Computer Science

Meadow Loukmas, Mechanical Engineering

Becoming a Robot is a distinguished honor and offers recognition for going above and beyond as a student. Members have opportunities for scholarships, networking with alumni in C-level positions, and consideration for prestigious awards such as the President's Medal.

Congratulations to these outstanding students on their remarkable achievement! Your dedication and commitment to excellence inspire the entire Kettering community.