“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.

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. 1. Everyone stand up 2. Sit down and remain seated if any of the statements are true to you 3. The last person standing is the winner! 4. Winner come get your prize. Congrats!!!

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

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

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

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

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 SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

SBES Retention Program

SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo 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

SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo 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

SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo Soft Skill WorkshopsMentorship ProgramStudy HallTest Bank

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

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

Why are they important? They set you apart from everyone else Behavioral interviews

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

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 SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo Mentor-Mentee

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

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

Group Study Study halls every M/T/R in the MEP study room Current Hours of Availability SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo FacilitatorDayTime Ify/BrandonMonday6-8pm Dom/TomiTuesday1-3pm Braxton/KimberlyThursday11-1pm Get help with Physics Chemistry Math Engineering Coursework Get help with Physics Chemistry Math Engineering Coursework

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) SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

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

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

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

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. SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

LSAMP: Community Building: Oct 3 rd, this Thursday, 5-7pm, Building 38, Room 131 (Learn By Doing Lab). Fall Career Fair Oct 9-10 th, Recreation Center, Building 43, 9:00-1:30pm Network with companies and apply for Co-Ops, internships and careers Cal Poly Black Alumni Association BBQ: November 9 th at 3PM SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

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

SBES Annual Welcome Back BBQ When: October 5 th Where: TBA Time: 3-6pm Come join us for delicious food, fun and games DCAB:PG&E When: October 10 th 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

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

BOWLING & PIZZA PARTY!!! Head over to Mustang Lanes in UU Building SBES Society of Black Engineers and Scientists Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

“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.

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