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'NSBE 50' EMPLOYER PREFERENCE SURVEY NSBE Releases Results of Annual 'NSBE 50' Employer Preference Survey. READ>>
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BOOK CARL MACK, NSBE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR!
Carl B. Mack as National Executive Director, is available to speak at your program or event on NSBE-related issues. READ>>
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NSBE ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
On January 24, 2005 NSBE officially announces the hiring of Carl B. Mack as National Executive Director. READ>>
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YOU'RE A PROUD NEW PARENT...
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) has bought a new home. After weeks of work: negotiations, tours, and numerous financial and risk assessments by staff and financial officers, the National Executive Board approved the purchase of 205 Dangerfield Road, the new World Headquarters for NSBE. READ>>
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NSBE RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL HONOR FOR EXCELLENCE
IN SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND ENGINEERING MENTORING
The White House announced its selection of NSBE to receive the 2003 Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring. READ>>

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NEW NSBE CHAPTER FOUNDED IN VIRGINIA
The National Society of Black Engineers announced the formation of a new NSBE Jr. chapter in Virginia that supports the organization’s mission of helping pre-college students develop a positive attitude toward academic excellence and an interest in math and science. READ>>

IN THE NEWS...

NSBE Gets $1 Million to Increase Blacks in Technology and Science
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) announced that it has received a  donation of $1 million  from Battelle to support NSBE initiatives in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.  Half of the gift will establish annual scholarships for NSBE members at colleges around the country. Most of the remaining funds will be used for programs at the grade school and middle school levels. Smaller amounts will be dedicated to other initiatives. The money will be distributed over the next five years. READ>>
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BLACK ENGINEERS ANNOUNCE TOP AWARD WINNERS 
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), a 19,000-member, 300-chapter, international organization founded in 1975, has announced the winners of its 10th Annual Golden Torch Awards. The Golden Torch Awards honor those whose work demonstrates the highest commitment to the ideals set forth in NSBE's mission: to increase the numbers of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.  READ>>
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ED GORDON TO HOST 2006 GOLDEN TORCH AWARDS
The National Society of Black Engineers announced today that journalist Ed Gordon will host the 9th Annual Golden Torch Awards at its national convention in March. READ>>
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THE NEXT 'APPRENTICE'
NSBE member Randal Pinkett, Ph.D. -- the Society's 1992 National Member of the Year and 2006 Golden Torch Award Entrepreneur of the Year -- shone as a star among stars once again last night in the season finale of NBC's hit reality show "The Apprentice." READ>>
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NSBE LOOSES A LEADER
It is with heartfelt sympathy that I inform you of the passing of one of our regional leaders. Mr. Barriet Clark, formally known to most as B.C., the Region 6 Northern Vice Chair passed away last weekend. READ>>
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RAISING THE BAR OF EXCELLENCE
NSBE’s very own Dr. Gary S. May has raised the bar of excellence. Dr. May was recently appointed Chair for the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the Georgia Institute of Technology. READ>>
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HOWARD UNIVERSITY, NSBE AND MICROSOFT LAUNCH 2005 WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER SKINS CHALLENGE
Howard University, NSBE and Microsoft launch college-level competition to create original user interfaces for the Windows Media Player. READ>>

NSBE WORLDWIDE

NEW NSBE CHAPTERS IN GERMANY & CHINA
Using a 1999 report on transitioning NSBE to a global organization, the NSBE International Committee recently announced the chartering of two new overseas chapters—in Germany and China. READ>>
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NSBE MEMBERS DONATE TO THE 9/11 RELEIF EFFORT
NSBE Members Assist in the Relief Effort. READ>>
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NSBE AND NSPE JOIN FORCES
NSBE and NSPE agree to share resources and increase the marketability of engineers.
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NSBE AND ASME BEGIN JOINT MEMBERSHIP VENTURE
NSBE and ASME have paved the way for a strategic partnership, which includes joint membership
privileges. READ>>