APPENDIX FULL LISTING OF COMMENTS IN EACH RECURRING THEME
• The National Society of Black Engineers is my favorite organization. I learned about this group during my undergraduate career at GeorgiaTech. It is a shame that they did not have a NSBE Jr. chapter in my hometown, so I could have learned about this organization earlier. I have really benefited from my participation in the “Society!” I have networked with many individuals that have distinguished themselves in Corporate America. I am confident that my experience with NSBE, helped me in obtaining employment with some of the finest corporations in the nation, including General Electric and Northrop- Grumman Corporation. I strongly recommend this organization to those interested in engineering! • No reason not to, NSBE has helped many people of color and even those that aren’t. This is a great organization. • Strong connections with the industry, scholarships for students, and the sense of belonging as a black student on campus. • The fellowship of like professionals is crucial to avoid the potential loneliness inflicted by our culture. • NSBE’s mission is “to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.” This is something that will have a positive impact on the lives of so many people. I want to be part of the success and also want my friends to be part of it. • Because through NSBE I have gained a lot of industry colleagues and through various workshops, career guidance and fairs I have become more confident and comfortable • NSBE has always been the premier organization supporting the recruitment and development of Black talent. From pre-college to collegiate to professional programming, it is a must for all lovers and supporters of STEM education and careers.
• I think NSBE is an essential connection to our community within corporate America. • NSBE has been a major foundation in my success as a student in engineering. It has provided a sense of family and belonging that can’t be found anywhere else for a student of color in the STEM fields. • There is SO much value in the comradery that NSBE provides. I also love the intentionality in which the chapter develops professionals. • Great program with networking opportunities and representation • Ingenious way to connect students with college and then the workforce. • Because NSBE is a family unit which is nice to have when you’re in a field as a minority. A various amount opportunities are offered to you to connect and take on responsibilities. • I feel a sense of belonging, I have supportive peers and opportunities to help me grow as an individual, and professional while networking. • Because my black peers should utilize every opportunity they have to gain more connections and support. • I love NSBE. I love what it teaches students and parents. I love the unity filling. I love the support. • NSBE’s best value, on a college campus, is really as a support system. Black engineers often are alone in class, and have few people to relate to. Having a space to connect and support one another on our rigorous journeys is critical to our development, so I recommend it to every black engineer I see. Also, the opportunities at the conferences are invaluable. Companies, for whatever their own reasons, genuinely have opportunities to share. Therefore, these conferences are a real platform for members to express their value and be recognized.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Stakeholder Pulse Checks 19
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