1 september 16th, 2015. tamu nsbe 2015-2016 officers keith welch – chair joshua lockhart – vice...
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Region 5 | National Society of Black Engineers
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TAMU NSBEINFO Session
September 16th, 2015
TAMU NSBE 2015-2016 Officers
• Keith Welch – Chair• Joshua Lockhart – Vice Chair• Jenee Dunley – Secretary• Chuma Nwabuona – Treasurer/Finance Chair• Alexis Scott – Programs Chair• Christian E. – SEC Representative• Keili Cole – Public Relations Chair• Sandra Fomete - Senator• Jerrod Ford – Senator• Eugene Obeng – Membership Chair• Latitfat Karenson – Community Service Chair• Chris Omiwade – PCI Co-Chair
What is NSBE?• The National Society of Black Engineers is one of the largest
student-governed organizations with over 30,000 pre-collegiate, collegiate, and professional members worldwide.
• At TAMU, we are focused on improving the success and retention of minority STEM majors and developing students for professional excellence.
• The NSBE Torch symbolizes our everlasting desire to achieve success in this competitive society and to effect positive change in the quality of life for all people. The lightning bolt represents the striking impact that will be felt by the industry due to our contributions and accomplishments.
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“The mission of the National Society of Black Engineers is to increase the number culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.”
Mission Statement
Become a Member
• Register online @ nsbe.org– IMPak
• Pay membership dues• Stay involved!
Annual Membership Dues:• Chapter – $12• National – $18
*Speak with Chuma to pay chapter dues.
WE WANT YOU!
Programs
• Mentorship Program• Freshman Executive Board• Study Hours• Test Bank• Volunteer Opprotunities
Membership Events• Socials & Mixers w/ Companies and Other
Professional Organizations
• Tailgates
• General Body Meetings
• Cross-Chapter Events
Study Hours• Thursday’s• Emerging Technologies Building Room 3002• 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
– Take this opportunity to squeeze in some efficient studying to get ahead of the ball game (Points of course)!
Study Tip of the Week
“Make sure that you understand the material well, don't just read through the material and try to memorize everything.”
-Testtakingtips.com
Understand your course material!
Region V Fall Regional Conference
Kansas City, Missouri
• Travel details will be announced soon! • Registration rates not yet available
NSBE 42nd Annual Convention
Boston, Massachusetts
• March 23rd-27th, 2015• Register at convention.nsbe.org NOW for 50% off before Sept 19th!
• Submit transcripts (High School & College) for discounts!
NSBE Week
A Walk for Education
Saturday, October 10, 201510:00am-2:00pm
Lincoln Center
What is A Walk for Education?
• A Walk for Education (AWFE) is a NSBE signature event to increase the awareness of opportunities in college in the Black community, specifically STEM.
• Volunteers will walk through neighborhoods to pass out information about Texas A&M and the School of Engineering admissions, SAT/ACT, and financial aid.
We Need You!• Committee Volunteers
– Need 3-4 people per committee which include:
• Advertisement• Education Materials• Entertainment• Transportation• Food
• Membership Points– 15 Points for Volunteering for a Committee– 10 Points for Helping to Set Up The Day of the Event– 10 Points for Just Coming to Have Fun!
• Send any questions to Lexi at [email protected]!
Final RemarksWebsites:– Chapter Website in the works– nsbe.org (National NSBE Website for IMPak)
Resume Book:– Send a copy to Keith A. Welch Jr. at • [email protected]
– If you do not have a resume we will help you create one (Right Now)!!
– Easy way to earn points!
Chapter Dues: – Please see our Treasurer, Chuma