Welcoming Message

"Welcome new Phi Beta Kappa initiates! Your membership in this prestigious honors society is a testament to your hard work and achievements. You have earned your place alongside a highly accomplished set of peers, and Phi Beta Kappa will be enriched by your presence. Congratulations on achieving this honor and I wish you the very best in your future endeavors."

PBK President Dr. Susan Bibler Coutin

"To be selected for membership in Phi Beta Kappa is an extraordinary accomplishment and on behalf of the entire UCI community let me just say that we extend to you our most heartfelt congratulations."

UCI Chancellor Howard Gillman

Save the Date!

2020 Visiting Scholars Program

Carl F. Cranor Visiting Scholar: Richard Alley

March 10^th 6:00-7:30pm: Finding the Good News on Energy and Environment

The PBK society hosts an annual event titled, the Visiting Scholar Program, for students to attend. Meet this year's Carl F. Cranor Visiting Scholar, Richard Alley, Evan Pugh University Professor of Geosciences and 2007 Nobel Peace Prize Winner with Al Gore. For more information, please view the Visiting Scholar Program page.

About

Although you may have been asked to join other honor societies, learn how Phi Beta Kappa is the most exclusive and highly coveted.

History

Discover the rich history of the oldest, best-known, and most prestigious of all undergraduate academic honor societies.

Contact Us

The UCI PBK Office is located in the Writing Center, on the first floor of the Science Library. Click here for more contact information.

Why Phi Beta Kappa?

"Love of Learning is the Guide of Life"

2018 Induction Ceremony Keynote Speaker PBK Member Chancellor Howard Gillman

"Mark of Distinction"

Interview with PBK member UCI Men's Basketball Coach Russel Turner

Induction Ceremony

The PBK Induction Ceremony honors UCI nominees for their academic achievements and acceptance into the society. Find out more about the ceremony, and lists of all nominations here.

Membership

If you are nominated for membership in Phi Beta Kappa, why should you join? Learn more about the membership criteria and benefits PBK has to offer.

Notable PBK Members of UCI

Meet our award winning and widely recognized Phi Beta Kappa members who work right here at UCI.

Mu Chapter Executive Board

Visit this page to meet the Phi Beta Kappa Mu Chapter's executive board members.