Alpha Eta Mu Beta is the National Biomedical Engineering Honor Society. Established in 1979, Alpha Eta Mu Beta was formed to recognize and encourage excellence in the field of Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering. Membership into Alpha Eta Mu Beta consists of those individuals in the field of Biomedical Engineering or Bioengineering who through their attainments in college or in practice have manifested a deep interest and marked ability in their chosen life work.
The purpose of Alpha Eta Mu Beta is to bring these individuals into closer union so as to promote an understanding of the profession. Membership to Alpha Eta Mu Beta is a privilege and an honor. Members of Alpha Eta Mu Beta are recognized in an outstanding manner for having conferred honor on their Alma Mater by distinguished scholarship, exemplary character, honorable activities, and leadership.
Through various development, training, networking and service opportunities, members of Alpha Eta Mu Beta are able to learn and grow. In this process, they develop critical lifelong skills that prepare them to excel for the post college environment or to transform individuals at their present jobs into leaders and innovators.
The field of Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering are constantly evolving, therefore over the years Alpha Eta Mu Beta has transformed itself into a dynamic organization to meet the needs of its growing membership and alumni, the institutions that they serve and our society.
Alpha Eta Mu Beta's mission is :
1. To encourage participation in those activities that may be beneficial to the profession of Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering.
2. To further unify the student body of the departments of Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering in presenting its needs and ideals to the faculty.
3. To create a closer student-faculty relationship by periodically bringing together the thoughts and needs of both.
4. To assist and cooperate with all organizations and persons working for the interests of Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering.
5. To benefit its members by the association and experience that can come from bringing together a group with similar interests, objectives and abilities.
6. To promote the professional development and welfare of its members.
Why join Alpha Eta Mu Beta?
Membership into AEMB recognizes your outstanding academic achievement in the field of Biomedical Engineering, as well as strong leadership and impeccable character.
AEMB offers ample opportunities to network with members who are students, faculty and key members of corporations, universities and government organizations from around the country, and the world.
Membership recognizes your distinguished achievements and character therefore enabling greater access to key positions in graduate school, academia and industry.
An initiation fee is only paid once and membership lasts a lifetime. Join the national family and build a network of lasting relationships.
Meet and interact with senior students, graduate students, faculty and alumni in a personal manner at local and national gatherings and through projects. Receive advice on options for your future career and personal development.
Use your AEMB membership as an enhancer on your personal portfolio such as your resume, CV, or professional digital profiles such as LinkedIn©
Participate in local and national projects which encourage the development of leadership, communications, team work and management skills that will prepare you for fast track professional careers.
How can I join Alpha Eta Mu Beta?
Membership into Alpha Eta Mu Beta National Biomedical Engineering Honor Society requires high academic feats:
Must be in the Biomedical Engineering program.
Must be considered either a Junior or Senior by the school.
Must be in the upper one-fifth of the Junior class or the upper one-third of the Senior class.
Must have completed at least one quarter of classes.