The Call
In response to a call for more African American leadership in the technical fields of the nation, the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) with more than 15,000 members, gives opportunities of leadership, technical excellence, cultural awareness, and community fellowship to those who have the drive to make a difference through science and technology. A family strong in values and honor, NSBE represents the largest student-managed organization in the country.

The Organization

NSBE is comprised of more than 270 chapters on college and university campuses, 75 Alumni Extension chapters nationwide and 75 Pre-College chapters. To produce structure within the organization, these chapters are geographically divided into six regions which span the entire USA as well as representing many other nations of the world.

The Mission
NSBE's mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.
In striving to complete the mission, the members of NSBE set our, each year, in sight of accomplishing the following goals:

• Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines.
• Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Encourage members to seek advanced degrees in engineering or related fields and to obtain professional engineering registrations.
• Encourage and advise minority youth in their pursuit of an engineering career.
• Promote public awareness of engineering and the opportunities for Blacks and other minorities in that profession.
• Function as a representative body on issues and developments that affect the careers of Black Engineers.
• New and innovative project ideas are generated and implemented throughout the year on the chapter, regional and national levels.

The Symbol
The NSBE torch symbolizes our everlasting burning desire to achieve success in this competitive society and to affect a positive change on the quality of life for all people. The lightning bolt represents the striking impact that will be felt by the Society and industry due to the contributions and accomplishments made by dedicated members of the National Society of Black Engineers.