INVESTING NOW is starting a Mentoring Program for students in the 9th-11th grade, and they are looking for mentors.
All NSBE members are encouraged to apply, regardless of the applicant's year of study (freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduates). Mentors from all disciplines are encouraged to apply! In order to apply, it is not necessary to be studying engineering!
The mentoring application is attached to this email. The application will be due by Monday, December 7, 2009 by 12pm. INVESTING NOW is also asking for clearances for individuals who would like to serve as a mentor, however, if students don’t have them, INVESTING NOW will pay for the clearance.
The application is to be returned to Ms. LaTrenda Leonard by December 7th in office 4119 Posvar Hall.
Orientation for students will be on Thursday, Dec. 10 in Room 1175 in Benedum Hall at 7:15pm. If you want to participate in the mentoring program orientation is mandatory.
If you have any questions feel free to contact me (Dominique Howell, Pre-College Initiative Chair) at pci.pittnsbe@gmail.com
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Pathway to Professions Event
University of Pittsburgh 7th Annual Alumni Networking Event
Pathway to Professions
The Pitt Alumni Association and the Office of Student Employment and Placement Assistance are requesting that the membership of your organization attend the annual alumni networking event, Pathway to Professions. This is an exclusive, interactive event for University of Pittsburgh students to network with recent graduates and distinguished alumni from across the nation, to learn about a variety of different industries.
Pitt Alumnus, Shawn Graham (MEd), author of Courting Your Career and currently the director of Career Services for the Katz Graduate School of Business, will be the keynote speaker for this year’s event. The first 100 students to RSVP will receive a free copy of
Courting Your Career.
Join us on:
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: Speaker begins at 6 p.m. ~ please arrive at 5:45 p.m.
Where: Connolly Ballroom, Alumni Hall
RSVP by Tuesday, October 20, 2009 to Danielle Scott scottdl@pitt.edu
Business attire is required
Pathway to Professions
The Pitt Alumni Association and the Office of Student Employment and Placement Assistance are requesting that the membership of your organization attend the annual alumni networking event, Pathway to Professions. This is an exclusive, interactive event for University of Pittsburgh students to network with recent graduates and distinguished alumni from across the nation, to learn about a variety of different industries.
Pitt Alumnus, Shawn Graham (MEd), author of Courting Your Career and currently the director of Career Services for the Katz Graduate School of Business, will be the keynote speaker for this year’s event. The first 100 students to RSVP will receive a free copy of
Courting Your Career.
Join us on:
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: Speaker begins at 6 p.m. ~ please arrive at 5:45 p.m.
Where: Connolly Ballroom, Alumni Hall
RSVP by Tuesday, October 20, 2009 to Danielle Scott scottdl@pitt.edu
Business attire is required
Regional Early Bird Extension
The National Society of Black Engineers
Region 2!!!
Early Bird Registration has been extended!!!! That's right you still have a chance to get the discounted registration rate before prices go up!!! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to still register for the best conference you will attend all year! Register today! You have until Friday October 16th !!! Don't forget to also reserve your room by November 1st.
Don't just attend the conference. Get involved! There's so much to do. Sign up for a competition, get a job, speak on the Study Abroad panel, or present your research. Want to volunteer? Contact FRC Co-Chair, Tameka Jones, at tameka.c.jones@gmail.com.
Calling all Senators!
Region 2 wants to hear from you! If you are the senator for your NSBE chapter please contact Tasha Zephrin, at r2parlimamentarian@gmail.com. In the past, the senator's position has not been utilized to it's full potential on the board. What members fail to understand is that senators hold ALL the power! It's time your voice was heard. Vote on matters that concern some of the hottest topics not only on the regional board but for the entire organization. State your concerns for the direction of the organization and help put in place the proper programming to fulfill the mission statement. Remember, your name must be on file with the Regional Parliamentarian to receive the discounted senator rate for FRC! Make your impact today!
Follow NSBERegion2 on twitter, join the facebook group and since you are online check out the new face of the website! Continue to stay tuned for regional updates.
Region 2!!!
Early Bird Registration has been extended!!!! That's right you still have a chance to get the discounted registration rate before prices go up!!! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to still register for the best conference you will attend all year! Register today! You have until Friday October 16th !!! Don't forget to also reserve your room by November 1st.
Don't just attend the conference. Get involved! There's so much to do. Sign up for a competition, get a job, speak on the Study Abroad panel, or present your research. Want to volunteer? Contact FRC Co-Chair, Tameka Jones, at tameka.c.jones@gmail.com.
Calling all Senators!
Region 2 wants to hear from you! If you are the senator for your NSBE chapter please contact Tasha Zephrin, at r2parlimamentarian@gmail.com. In the past, the senator's position has not been utilized to it's full potential on the board. What members fail to understand is that senators hold ALL the power! It's time your voice was heard. Vote on matters that concern some of the hottest topics not only on the regional board but for the entire organization. State your concerns for the direction of the organization and help put in place the proper programming to fulfill the mission statement. Remember, your name must be on file with the Regional Parliamentarian to receive the discounted senator rate for FRC! Make your impact today!
Follow NSBERegion2 on twitter, join the facebook group and since you are online check out the new face of the website! Continue to stay tuned for regional updates.
Week of October 11th Updates
Hello NSBE Family,
I hope you all enjoyed your fall break, it time to get back to work.
Everyone is encouraged to visit the website for regular updates:
www.pitt.edu/~nsbengr
This week in NSBE:
Programming meeting, Wed. Oct. 14th @ 6pm in Einsteins Benedum
If you would like to join the programming committee or become active in
NSBE this a good start.
Freshmen are strongly recommended to attend. The Freshman Shadowing
Initiative will be also be discussed at this event.
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Oct. 17th is PMADD, Pitt-make-a-difference-day
We will be doing the Heart walk, meet on Saturday @ 8am towers lobby.
For more info contact: Dina at outreach.pittnsbe@gmail.com
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Office Hours
The NSBE e-board will be holding office hours at the NSBE office, please
drop by. Office hours will be on the website as well as on the door in the
hallway.
All members are encouraged to make use of the past exams which are in the
office, ask general questions about getting involved, FRC and Nationals.
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FRC and Conference Nov. 20th-22nd in Greensboro, North Carolina
The early bird registration deadline has been extended to Friday, Oct.
16th. Register at https://nol.nsbe.org
Note: The discounted early bird registration can only be taken advantage
of by National members, which means you have paid National dues.
If you are unsure of your attendance, sign up now and chose pay later as
your option for payment.
If you plan on attending please email Harold Wilson cpc.pittnsbe@gmail.com
by October 22nd!
A detailed meeting about FRC will be held on October 26th. More
information will be provided at a later date.
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GBM, Monday Oct. 19th, 2009 @ 815pm in 1175 BND hall
Teach for America will be in attendance
Information about November Blood Drive with SWE
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Potluck Dinner, Sat. Nov. 7th, 5pm in Einstein’s in Benedum Hall
If you plan to attend the event, please bring food, snacks, drinks or
eating utensils.
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Alumni Mixer, Oct 24th , Homecoming Weekend
More details will be provided by the end of this week.
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BASF Chemical Company
ASME will be hosting an event with NSBE, SHPE, and SWE at 6pm on Oct 28th.
The location will be room 423. Free pizza will be provided.
***I encourage everyone to take a look at CMU's weekly updates they are
constantly informing their general body about their really cool events,
research and internship opportunities that are tailored to STEM and
engineering majors
I hope you all enjoyed your fall break, it time to get back to work.
Everyone is encouraged to visit the website for regular updates:
www.pitt.edu/~nsbengr
This week in NSBE:
Programming meeting, Wed. Oct. 14th @ 6pm in Einsteins Benedum
If you would like to join the programming committee or become active in
NSBE this a good start.
Freshmen are strongly recommended to attend. The Freshman Shadowing
Initiative will be also be discussed at this event.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Oct. 17th is PMADD, Pitt-make-a-difference-day
We will be doing the Heart walk, meet on Saturday @ 8am towers lobby.
For more info contact: Dina at outreach.pittnsbe@gmail.com
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Office Hours
The NSBE e-board will be holding office hours at the NSBE office, please
drop by. Office hours will be on the website as well as on the door in the
hallway.
All members are encouraged to make use of the past exams which are in the
office, ask general questions about getting involved, FRC and Nationals.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FRC and Conference Nov. 20th-22nd in Greensboro, North Carolina
The early bird registration deadline has been extended to Friday, Oct.
16th. Register at https://nol.nsbe.org
Note: The discounted early bird registration can only be taken advantage
of by National members, which means you have paid National dues.
If you are unsure of your attendance, sign up now and chose pay later as
your option for payment.
If you plan on attending please email Harold Wilson cpc.pittnsbe@gmail.com
by October 22nd!
A detailed meeting about FRC will be held on October 26th. More
information will be provided at a later date.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GBM, Monday Oct. 19th, 2009 @ 815pm in 1175 BND hall
Teach for America will be in attendance
Information about November Blood Drive with SWE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Potluck Dinner, Sat. Nov. 7th, 5pm in Einstein’s in Benedum Hall
If you plan to attend the event, please bring food, snacks, drinks or
eating utensils.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alumni Mixer, Oct 24th , Homecoming Weekend
More details will be provided by the end of this week.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BASF Chemical Company
ASME will be hosting an event with NSBE, SHPE, and SWE at 6pm on Oct 28th.
The location will be room 423. Free pizza will be provided.
***I encourage everyone to take a look at CMU's weekly updates they are
constantly informing their general body about their really cool events,
research and internship opportunities that are tailored to STEM and
engineering majors
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Milkshake Social
Hello,
On behalf of the CMU NSBE E-Board, we would like to invite the PITT
NSBE chapter to our Milkshake Social that will be hosted tomorrow(10/08/09)
night from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm in the Danforth Lounge of our University
Center.
I have attached the event poster and included the facebook link below
for your members to RSVP.
Please RSVP at:
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1216795492703&ref=share#/event.php?eid=148132553698&index=1
University Center (UC): 5000 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Directions to CMU: Walk up Forbes Avenue towards Squirrel Hill
(Morewood Avenue) or take the 61 ABC or 59U. Take the bus to the
Forbes and Morewood (Carnegie Mellon Stop). The bus will stop closer
the UC (on the left) than Warner Hall (on the right). Walk up the
walkway towards the UC and enter through the first doors you see. Take
the stairs up to the second floor. Once you are on the second floor,
make a right and go down the hallway. When you see a seating area make
a left and continue down this hallway. Danforth Lounge will be the
room at the end of the hallway with clear double doors.
Please feel free to call me on my cell at (917) 280-3588 if your group
gets lost or needs further directions.
We look forward to seeing you all,
CMU NSBE E-Board
On behalf of the CMU NSBE E-Board, we would like to invite the PITT
NSBE chapter to our Milkshake Social that will be hosted tomorrow(10/08/09)
night from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm in the Danforth Lounge of our University
Center.
I have attached the event poster and included the facebook link below
for your members to RSVP.
Please RSVP at:
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1216795492703&ref=share#/event.php?eid=148132553698&index=1
University Center (UC): 5000 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Directions to CMU: Walk up Forbes Avenue towards Squirrel Hill
(Morewood Avenue) or take the 61 ABC or 59U. Take the bus to the
Forbes and Morewood (Carnegie Mellon Stop). The bus will stop closer
the UC (on the left) than Warner Hall (on the right). Walk up the
walkway towards the UC and enter through the first doors you see. Take
the stairs up to the second floor. Once you are on the second floor,
make a right and go down the hallway. When you see a seating area make
a left and continue down this hallway. Danforth Lounge will be the
room at the end of the hallway with clear double doors.
Please feel free to call me on my cell at (917) 280-3588 if your group
gets lost or needs further directions.
We look forward to seeing you all,
CMU NSBE E-Board
National Conference Passport Information
Greetings,
My name is Harold Wilson and I am the conference planning chair for the 2009-2010 term for the University of Pittsburgh National Society of Black Engineers chapter (N.S.B.E.). All of you have registered for the national convention that will take place in Toronto, Canada on March 31, 2010 through April 4, 2010. Hopefully all of you are aware that going to another country requires you to have a passport. We will be having a United States Post Office official on campus in the next 2 or 3 weeks for people to apply for their passport. We will need you to sign up for time slots between 10 a.m. -3 p.m. The time slots will be in thirty minute intervals starting with 10 a.m. as the first slot. The sign-up will be on a first come basis based on whoever emails me first with their time. You have until Wednesday October 7, 2009. After that date, we will open up to the other members in N.S.B.E. Since most of us have different times we attend class throughout the week, email your preferred time for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Remember, you can always go to the post office and do the paperwork there. But you will have to wait in a line with other people who are trying to get their passport too if you choose the post office route. If you have any questions, feel free to email me and I will get back to you as soon as I am able to. Thank you.
Harold Wilson
Conference Planning Chair
University of Pittsburgh
My name is Harold Wilson and I am the conference planning chair for the 2009-2010 term for the University of Pittsburgh National Society of Black Engineers chapter (N.S.B.E.). All of you have registered for the national convention that will take place in Toronto, Canada on March 31, 2010 through April 4, 2010. Hopefully all of you are aware that going to another country requires you to have a passport. We will be having a United States Post Office official on campus in the next 2 or 3 weeks for people to apply for their passport. We will need you to sign up for time slots between 10 a.m. -3 p.m. The time slots will be in thirty minute intervals starting with 10 a.m. as the first slot. The sign-up will be on a first come basis based on whoever emails me first with their time. You have until Wednesday October 7, 2009. After that date, we will open up to the other members in N.S.B.E. Since most of us have different times we attend class throughout the week, email your preferred time for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Remember, you can always go to the post office and do the paperwork there. But you will have to wait in a line with other people who are trying to get their passport too if you choose the post office route. If you have any questions, feel free to email me and I will get back to you as soon as I am able to. Thank you.
Harold Wilson
Conference Planning Chair
University of Pittsburgh
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Interested in Grad School? Take a Free Exam!
This Saturday, October 2nd, the Black Action Society will be cosponsoring the Free Practice Test event with Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions on Pitt's campus. As an added bonus to this event, we will be selling raffle tickets for students to win a free Kaplan course which can be used to prepare for admissions exams such as the MCAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, NCLEX, PCAT, DAT/OAT.
For more information, please contact Amanda Reed, BAS Vice Chair, at reedae@gmail.com
For more information, please contact Amanda Reed, BAS Vice Chair, at reedae@gmail.com
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Interested in Energy?
EQT Corporation be attending the University of Pittsburgh Fall 2009 Career Fair on September 30th. They are very interested in developing an information pipeline and employment opportunity with NSBE members.
General Body Meeting: Norkfolk Southern
Next General Body Meeting will be Monday, October 5th at 8pm in 1175 Kresge Benedum. Norfolk Southern will be coming to speak to the general body about their company.
15 Ways to Annoy You Job Interviewer
Here is some information that Yahoo shares about 15 Ways to Annoy You Job Interviewer.
This is a good information being that the Co-Op and Job Fair are happening simultaneously.
Take notes on this one and see if you have any of these bad habits.
This is a good information being that the Co-Op and Job Fair are happening simultaneously.
Take notes on this one and see if you have any of these bad habits.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Student/Alumni Mixer (A Homecoming Event that you don't want to miss! )
This Homecoming will mark the 40th Anniversary of the Pitt African American Alumni Counsel (AAAC). With the theme being Sankofa: a Ghanaian phrase meaning to go back and retrieve what is ours. This year, the alumni plan on doing that and plan on coming to visit their alma mater in records numbers!
NSBE plans to host a Student-Alumni Mixer on Saturday, October 24th at 12pm. The event will be in 1175 Benedum. Lunch will be provided. Many young and mature alumni plan to attend the event. This event is one that you would regret missing. So, do yourself a favor and come out to meet and network with the distinguished alumni who are excited to meet you!
To RSVP please contact Sossena Wood at president.pittnsbe@gmail.com and students may contact Erica Brokaw at co.programs2.pittnsbe@gmail.com.
NSBE plans to host a Student-Alumni Mixer on Saturday, October 24th at 12pm. The event will be in 1175 Benedum. Lunch will be provided. Many young and mature alumni plan to attend the event. This event is one that you would regret missing. So, do yourself a favor and come out to meet and network with the distinguished alumni who are excited to meet you!
To RSVP please contact Sossena Wood at president.pittnsbe@gmail.com and students may contact Erica Brokaw at co.programs2.pittnsbe@gmail.com.
A Day in the Life of a Consultant
NSBE and RCMBA will be having a joint event with Deloitte Consulting. The event will educate students about the field of consulting. The event will take place Friday, October 2nd from 11am-1pm. Lunch will be provided. The event will take place in the Dining Room A of the William Pitt Union.
To attend the event, RSVP to Sossena Wood at president.pittnsbe@gmail.com or Erica Simpson at president@rcmba.org.
To attend the event, RSVP to Sossena Wood at president.pittnsbe@gmail.com or Erica Simpson at president@rcmba.org.
Friday, September 25, 2009
ANH Refractories Seeking Employment
Message from Ms. Allen
Good morning everyone,
Please pass the information below onto NSBE and RCMBA students, particularly students who are graduating in December or April.
ANH Refractories, which is headquartered in Moon Township, will be on campus during the Career Fair looking for IEs, EEs, possibly MSEs, and sales/marketing majors. Debbie Freeman, Andrew’s mom, is one of the recruiters scheduled to work the September 30 event. Please stop by the booth in the Petersen Event Center to inquire about the various opportunities with the company. I know that they have full-time positions available and the candidates selected can possibly start working in January.
For more information on ANH Refractories, please take a look at their website: http://www.anhrefractories.com/
Best,
Alaine
Good morning everyone,
Please pass the information below onto NSBE and RCMBA students, particularly students who are graduating in December or April.
ANH Refractories, which is headquartered in Moon Township, will be on campus during the Career Fair looking for IEs, EEs, possibly MSEs, and sales/marketing majors. Debbie Freeman, Andrew’s mom, is one of the recruiters scheduled to work the September 30 event. Please stop by the booth in the Petersen Event Center to inquire about the various opportunities with the company. I know that they have full-time positions available and the candidates selected can possibly start working in January.
For more information on ANH Refractories, please take a look at their website: http://www.anhrefractories.com/
Best,
Alaine
Final Preparation for the Career and Job Fair
Anticipating on being apart of the Co-Operative Education (Co-Op) Program? If so, you should attend the Annual Co-Op Fair.
14th Annual Cooperative Education Fall Job Fair
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
8:30 AM to 1:00 PM Open House
1:00 to 5:00 PM Optional Interviews
William Pitt Union
Assembly Room & Ballroom
For more insight, please contact Maureen Bursic at paub2m@pitt.edu or call 412-624-9826
The following day, the Job fair
University of Pittsburgh Fall 2009 Career Fair
Wednesday September 30, 2009
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Petersen Events Center
3719 Terrace Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Petersen Events Center
3719 Terrace Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
Find out more about the job fair
Still not enough? Find more information about Student Job Placements and Assistance at http://www.hire.pitt.edu/students/job-search.php
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Study Skills in Time Management Workshop
Come out and join NSBE and Pitt EXCEL in a joint effort to enhance student's study skills and time management. This workshop will be held in 722 Benedum from 7:00PM-8:00PM. Please arrive on time to receive the full benefit of what the workshop has to offer. Also, be advised that for those who attend, FREE pizza will be provided along with ice cold beverages!
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