CDCKI Membership Development and Education Committee

CKI: The Dates The Circle K International concept was introduced at Washington State University in The first Circle K Club was founded in 1947 at Carthage College in Illinois. CKI gained international status in 1949 with the establishment of the University of Western Ontario. In 1971, women were allowed into the organization.

CKI: Where and What? Circle K International has over 12,000 members in 500 clubs in 18 different countries. Three tenets: 1.Service: The essence of Circle K International is service. It is what makes CKI different from all other clubs and organizations on campus. 2.Leadership: The great ability to lead gives CKI members the ability to be even more active in their communities 3.Fellowship: Through leading and serving, CKI members meet people from all walks of life.

CKI: Motto

1.The People! While in CKI, you’ll meet some of your greatest friends. 2.The Service! Make a difference in lives in your local community, as well as those abroad. 3.Opportunities! With conferences, conventions, service projects, socials, meetings and so much more, there is always something new and exciting to do! 4.Well Known Partners! CKI partners with many organizations, such as Students Team Up to Fight Hunger (STUFH), UNICEF, Better World Books, and March of Dimes. This makes CKI more awesome and helps us make a difference in the world. 5.The Impact! You have an amazing opportunity to change the lives of those less fortunate while impacting your own life. Top Five Reasons to Join (And Stay in!) CKI