1. “sit down if” ICEBREAKER
Game Instructions
The objective of this game is to remain the last one standing after all statements are seen by any player.
Everyone stand up
Sit down and remain seated if any of the statements are true to you
The last person standing is the winner!
Winner come get your prize. Congrats!!!

2. “sit down if” ICEBREAKER
Sit down if you…
Have eaten chocolate today
Are wearing brown
Were born in September
Have green eyes
Are the youngest child
Have a broken bone
Have gone for two weeks without taking a shower
Can speak more than two languages
If your favorite color is blue

3. SBES General & Social
Meeting #2
October 2nd , 2013

4. Whose House!? SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

5. mission statement
“ To increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.”
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

6. Our vision
To create a community of interdisciplinary students driven to excel academically and develop confident leaders who ultimately will solve the complex challenges of the future
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

7. SBES Retention Program

8. VISION of retention program
To have our chapter be recognized in our region for retention program that we might be able to fulfill the mission statement, align ourselves with OneNSBE goals, align ourselves with MEP goals, as well as increasing community and success within our Cal Poly SBES membership
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

9. goals of retention program
Increase personal development
Increase leadership development
Increase career path development
Increase preparation for grad school and/or entering industry
Increase community and bonding within the club and local partners
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

10. sbes retention program structure
Soft Skill Workshops
Mentorship Program
Study Hall
Test Bank
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

11. soft skills Workshops What are soft skills?
Skills relating to emotional intelligence and personality
Personal attributes that enhance job performance and career development

12. soft skills Workshops What are soft skills? Trust Building Leadership
Conflict Management
Communication
Political & Cultural Awareness
Influencing & Motivation
Decision Making
Negotiation

13. Why are they important? soft skills Workshops
They set you apart from everyone else
Behavioral interviews

14. soft skills Workshops Soft Skills SBES
Presentation
Communication Techniques & Strategies
Personality Traits
Time Management
Test taking
Teamwork
Four-Year Planning
Personal Goals
What’s the right major for you
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

15. MENTORSHIP PROGRAM Poly Pals Mentoring, MEP
Upperclassman paired with underclassman
Quarterly administered evaluations
Sign up NOW!!!
Talk to me if you have a mentor/mentee in mind already
If not, you will be paired by the end of week 4
Mentor-Mentee
Advisor
Counselor
Motivator
Role Model
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

16. MENTORSHIP PROGRAM Build a stronger community Motivate each other
Keep stress levels low
Support System
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

17. Mentorship program Mentorship Mentorship Families
You and your mentor will get paired with another mentor/mentee pair
To give you a broader support system
3rd Years have the choice of being a Mentor or Mentee
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

18. Study halls Group Study Study halls every M/T/R in the MEP study room
Current Hours of Availability
Get help with Physics
Chemistry
Math
Engineering
Coursework
Facilitator
Day
Time
Ify/Brandon
Monday
6-8pm
Dom/Tomi
Tuesday
1-3pm
Braxton/Kimberly
Thursday
11-1pm
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

19. Study Hall Study Hall Tutors needed!
Need a minimum grade of B in the class to tutor
Points will be rewarded for those who tutor
Held in MEP building (40-110)
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

20. TEST BANK Test Bank What you get Submit Tests to Get Points
Get access to these tests with your paid membership
Membership Fee – Only $10.00 until Oct 23rd
What you get
E-Books
Tests
Notes
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

21. Test Bank Test Bank We can use your Test!
White your name out, scan your test, and send it to me
Or you can hand them to any of the board members directly
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

22. FRC UPDATE Where: Sheraton Gateway Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
When: November 14th-17th, 2013
What: Region VI Fall Conference
Theme: Engineering and Leadership in Harmony
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

23. frc update How: Register online at nsbe.org
You have to register to be a national member to be able to register for both the Fall regional conference and the National conference.
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

24. ANNOUNCEMENTS
LSAMP: Community Building: Oct 3rd , this Thursday, pm, Building 38, Room 131 (Learn By Doing Lab).
Fall Career Fair
Oct 9-10th , Recreation Center, Building 43, 9:00-1:30pm
Network with companies and apply for Co-Op’s, internships and careers
Cal Poly Black Alumni Association BBQ: November 9th at 3PM
Ify/Kimmy
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

25. Announcements SBES Study Hall M/T/Th in MEP (Bldg.40, Rm. 110) Dues
Before October 23rd : $10
After October 24th: $15
Next Meeting:
Wednesday Oct 9th 6:10 PM Bldg. 197(Bonderson)
Professional: Troung, Texas Instruments
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

26. Upcoming events SBES Annual Welcome Back BBQ When: October 5th
Where: TBA
Time: 3-6pm
Come join us for delicious food, fun and games
DCAB:PG&E
When: October 10th
Where: MEP (Bldg 40, Rm 110)
Time: 6:10 pm
Join us as we network with PG&E representatives
SBES
Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

27. Upcoming events Habit Fundraiser When: October 23rd Time: 4-9pm
Come join us for delicious food, fun and games
SBES
Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

28. It’s PARTY TIME BOWLING & PIZZA PARTY!!! Head over to Mustang
Lanes in UU Building
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Society of Black Engineers and Scientists
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo