In-School Opportunities
NSBE Scholarship
Are you a person of colour or (Canadian Black student) entering the faculty of engineering here at McMaster?
Do you demonstrate leadership qualities that impact the communities around you?
Apply for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) McMaster Chapter Scholarship with perks such as:
An awarded $2500 every school year
A granted seat as an executive member of NSBE at Mac
The influence to inspire other students with passions for engineering and leadership
*This award is a type of entrance scholarship and is obtainable by any incoming 1st year who identifies within the black community*
NSBE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
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NSBE51 CONVENTION MAR 5 - 9 2025
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The NSBE Convention is an amazing opportunity to connect with industry professionals, engage in pre-collegiate initiatives competitions, and meet the diverse NSBE chapers spread out internationally! The convention has a wide range of attendees, over 15,000, looking for professional and personal developement.
Academic/Professional Development Workshops
As part of our mission, we offer a wide range of academic and professional development workshops designed specifically to support and encourage black engineering students.
Here are a few examples of the types of workshops we offer
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First Year Study Sessions
Academic/Technical Skills Workshops
Leadership and Professional Development Workshops
Career Exploration and Networking
EDI Workshops
Through our workshops, we aim to empower and uplift students, providing them with the tools and opportunities needed to thrive in their academic and professional journeys.
Social Events
To foster a diverse community within engineering at McMaster we host a series of social events throughout the year to bring together the BIPOC community for a time of fun and relaxation!
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We host a wide variety of events including: