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Debra Johns Program Coordinator: Engineering Student Services
Telephone: (505) 277-9151
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The National Society of Black Engineers
Pre-College Initiative program will lead the world in enhancing
pre-college students’ academic, technical and leadership
skills in order to maximize their success in life.
For more information visit:
www.nsbe.org
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| NSBE JR Program |
Who is eligible for NSBE Jr.
Membership?
NSBE Jr. is a membership category for PCI students in grades 6
through 12. All NSBE Jr. Chapters are chartered through NSBE
World Headquarters. A school volunteer, teacher, counselor, or a
member of a local collegiate or alumni chapter can act as an
advisor to the chartered chapter.
- College
Admissions Preparation – Obtain materials to prepare you
for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. Participate in technical
competitions such as the Tri-Mathalon, Science Fair, and US
First Robotics competition. Receive college application
information including how to get into college, financial aid
information, etc.
- Scholarships
and Awards – Awarded to NSBE Jr. members in high school
who have excelled academically and expressed an interest in
pursuing a career in engineering and related fields.
- Subscription
to The Bridge – the NSBE magazine that for pre-college
students.
- Conference
Discounts – NSBE Jr. Students are encouraged to attend
Regional conferences and the National Convention, where
programs are designed especially for PCI students.
- Leadership,
academic, and technical development - Receive mentoring and
tutoring from Alumni and Collegiate members. Attend workshops
at conferences and through local colleges.
- Opportunity
to meet other NSBE Jr. Members from around the world.
NSBE Jr. aims to:
Help pre-college students develop a positive attitude towards
academic excellence
- Encourage and support
parental commitment to their student’s education
- Stimulate enthusiasm
about engineering and science among pre-college students
- Raise cultural awareness
among African-American youth
- Provide support to
students throughout the college application process
- Increase college
graduation rates of African-American students
- Prepare pre-college
students to be positive, contributing future collegiate and
professional NSBE members
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