NSBE –
Chapter Committees
Committees are the “rubber meets the road” part of the chapter. Our committees are responsible for organizing our various projects and activities, and performing other behind the scenes work to make Houston Space one of the best chapters in the National Society of Black Engineers. Committee membership is open to all members and is the best way for a new member to become part of the chapter. Committee membership is also an excellent way for persons who cannot attend chapter meetings to remain connected with the chapter. Certain committees are also the place to obtain training in career-enhancing skills.
We recommend that each member join one committee. You may join as many as you wish, but recommend joining no more than three committees.
Professional Development Committee
Responsibilities:
This committee is responsible for recruiting speakers, mentors, and panelists for monthly meetings to include:
– Quarterly Mentoring Breakfast (1st Saturdays)
• May, August, November, February
– Quarterly Professional Dinner Meeting (2nd Thursdays)
• July, October, January, April
The committee will also promote training opportunities at NSBE Regional Leadership Conference, Professional Development Conference, and National Convention.
Committee Chairperson:
Professional Development Chair
Number of Committee Members
Needed: 3-5
Relative Workload: Light (0-0.5 hours per week)
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Conference and Cultural Events Committee
Responsibilities:
This committee works to provide positive impact to both the NASA civil servant/contractor community and the local Black community and has three subcommittees to help structure its work. The committee helps to organize NSBE-HSC’s role in Juneteenth. It organizes any chapter-supported MLK Day activities. And it promotes attendance at USA and BBEA Black History Month activities.
Committee Chairperson:
Programs Chairperson
Number of Committee Members Needed: 4-6 (MLK Day); 1-2 (Juneteenth); 1-2 (Black History Month)
Relative Workload: Moderate (2-5 hours per week)
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Pre-College Initiative Committee
Responsibilities:
The Pre-College Initiative Committee works to help increase the number of middle and high school students considering careers in science and engineering. The committee works both alone and in conjunction with PCI Committees of other Houston-area NSBE chapters to guide NSBE Jr. students. Members of this committee will develop ongoing mentoring relationships with many of the students they work with.
Committee Chairperson:
Pre-College Initiative Chairperson
Number of Committee Members
Needed: 3-5
Relative Workload: Moderate (1-5 hours per week)
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Membership Committee
Responsibilities:
The Membership Committee will build the chapter membership through a series of membership campaigns and target milestones. The committee will also prepare and oversee benefits for the Chapter Donors Program. The committee will also encourage chapter members to join committees and/or the NSBE Space Special Interest Group.
Committee Chairperson:
Membership Chairperson
Number of Committee Members
Needed: 3-5
Relative Workload: Moderate (2-5 hours per week)
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Social Committee
Responsibilities:
The Social Committee is responsible for building an atmosphere of family though a combination of socials and other support activities. The committee will host regular formal and informal chapter socials, activities with NSBE-HAE or other technical organizations, chapter trips, and networking events. The committee will also develop chapter events related to non-work related personal development and success.
Committee Chairperson:
Social and Professional Networking Chairperson
Number of Committee Members
Needed: 3-5
Relative Workload: Light (0.5-3 hours per week)
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