Alia Khan and Christopher Massie have been named 2012 Knights of St. Patrick. This is the 62nd year for the Knights of St. Patrick to be nominated at the University of Illinois. The recognition is given to strong leaders and contributors to the College of Engineering, usually seniors. The honorary knight must have at least a 2.5/4.0 GPA and show strong leadership in their department, the College of Engineering, and their profession. Each engineering department, committee, and deans nominates two students who qualify for the award.