The Pitt chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers supports Black engineering students at the University of Pittsburgh through community, mentorship, professional development, and academic excellence.
The objective of the University of Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers shall be to stimulate and develop student interest in engineering; to strive to increase the number of students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; and to endeavor in the advancement of the Black engineer in professional industry. Additionally, this organization shall provide service opportunities for its members and engage in providing STEM opportunities for youth and adults in the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
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Our first Member of the Month for the 2026 - 2027 academic year is Sira Frost, Public Relations Chair, from the Communications Zone of Pitt NSBE! Sira is a Senior Computer Engineering major concentrating in Software Engineering, pursuing an Engineering Data Science Certificate. Sira has done great work in revitalizing our chapter’s website, creating exciting new Instagram posts and TikToks, and coming up with innovative ideas for our events and more!
NSBE Week!
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Chapter dues increase! Be sure to pay your dues before then!
Please submit your Freshman Representative applications!
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NSBE Week is back! Everyday this week, one of our zones will be headlining an event for students to learn more about NSBE and how we operate! Check out the schedule of events on our Instagram!
On September 9, we will be hosting our Social Friending GBM at 7PM! Come to learn more about our Mentor-Mentee program and meet possible mentors/mentees!
Get ready for a day of fun and competition, September 12 marks our Field Day! This year, we will be partnering with CMU's NSBE chapter, so be sure to bring your competitive spirit! Follow our Instagram for updates on the location!
NSBE, SHPE, & SASE will be hosting a cookout to welcome incoming freshmen and welcome back returning members from 3-7 PM! Click Here To Sign Up!
Join us for our first General Body Meeting for the semester to learn more about NSBE and our chapter in 226 Benedum! Follow our Instagram for any updates! We are super excited to meet any newcomers and returning members!