Membership
IISE is a global association that brings professionals and students in Industrial Engineering related fields together to network and share knowledge.
Why Become a Distinguished Member?
Becoming a Distinguished Member is a way of rewarding involved members of our chapter. Not only would you be invited to our end-of-semester distinguished member banquet (did we mention free?) for a delicious restaurant-cooked meal, you would receive the full benefits of our club. There is also a directory of professional contacts to access recruiters, points of contact, and most importantly chapter alumni always looking to help out current students land their dream internship or job. Most distinguished members go on to take more active roles in the club by serving on the executive board, a great chance at leadership experience, and a resume builder. The "DM" criteria changes each semester, but generally involves being involved in most branches of our club (meetings, outreach, fundraising, IISE National Member, professional development, etc). We hope you strive to be a DM this semester!
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2025-2026 Distinguished Member Program Details
What are the benefits of being a Distinguished Member?
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Invitation to the end of semester Distinguished Member Banquet
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Recognition on the UW-Madison IISE website
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Discounts to select IISE events
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Excellent way to boost your resume
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Great qualification if you aspire to be on the IISE Board
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Full access to the IISE past exam database
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What are the requirements to be a Distinguished Member?
Members must reach 12 DM points in order to be a distinguished member for this semester.
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How do I Earn Distinguished Member points?​
One (1) point for attendance of...
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Social Event
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Education Event
Two (2) points for attendance of...
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Company Meeting
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Outreach Event
Three (3) points for attendance of...
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IISE Trek
Available points may be available at the discretion of the IISE Board.
Do I Need to Apply to be a Distinguished Member?
Nope! Our Vice President will keep track of the points you accumulate over the semester and notify you if you qualify as a Distinguished Member. You will also be notified with a formal invitation via email to the Distinguished Member Banquet.​