“To increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.”
NSBE National Mission Statement
The National Society of Black Engineers was founded in 1975 and has grown to over 500 chapters and 30,000 members worldwide — one of the largest student-managed organizations in the country. Our KSU chapter is proud to be part of that legacy, representing Black engineers in the heart of the Midwest.
Our objectives
What we strive to accomplish
As a chapter, we are guided by the five core objectives of NSBE national — principles that shape every event, workshop, and decision we make together.
Five core objectives
01
Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines.
02
Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
03
Encourage members to seek advanced degrees in engineering or related fields and to obtain professional engineering registrations.
04
Promote public awareness of engineering and the opportunities for Black engineers and other minorities in that profession.
05
Function as a representative body on issues and developments that affect the careers of Black Engineers.