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Golden Key was founded at Georgia State University on November 29, 1977 by a group of highly motivated undergraduate students. Since that time, Golden Key has established itself as a positive force in higher education.

More than 1.2 million lifetime members and 12,000+ honorary members are proud of their association with this dynamic organization.

Golden Key is governed by a board of directors, a council and delegates to the annual convention. A trained, professional staff is dedicated to the Society's chapters and its individual members throughout the year. Golden Key has a permanent headquarters to keep members and alumni in touch no matter where they may be.

The Society's constitution strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, handicap, age, sexual orientation or social status.

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Below are just some of the facts about Golden Key National Honor Society. For more detailed information on our organization, please feel free to visit Key Notes, our biannual newsletter.

Over three million dollars awarded in scholarships to outstanding members
Over 1.2 million lifetime members
12,000+ honorary members
300 active chapters at outstanding colleges and universities throughout the United States, Australia, Canada, South Africa and Malaysia
23 years of operation
As of January 1, 2001, operating under the name Golden Key International Honour Society

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