NSBE Professionals San Diego stops by to discuss careers in Engineering

by | Career Development

1959298_722667857802468_6269996175026385573_nThe National Society of Black Engineers -San Diego represented by NSBE SDSU President, Alishia Ballad and Jason Witt stopped by to discuss the challenges and opportunities in he field of Engineering. NSBE-AE-SD chapter enjoys regional and national recognition for our outstanding programming and leadership within the organization and the community. NSBE San Diego has received “National NSBE Alumni Chapter of the Year” five of the last 6 years, most recently for 2011-2012! Other awards we have received include: “Regional Chapter NSBE Alumni of the Year” and “Regional Pre College Initiative Chapter of the year”! In addition to our chapter awards, our very own NSBE-Alumni Extension San Diego member Tashonda Brown, Project Manager San Diego Gas and Electric, was awarded the “NSBE Alumni Extension Member of the Year” for 2011-2012!  We are proud and priviledged to have such a dedicated team of professionals and students who promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout the community.

NSBE Programs include:

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The Pre-College Initiative (PCI) program works to stimulate interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. Our PCI program encourages Grade 9–12 students to attend college pursuing technical degrees by showing students how engineering and technology relate to the world around them through the excitement of academic excellence, leadership, technical development and collaboration.

Participate in NSBE’s PCI programs by becoming a NSBE Jr member. NSBE Jr membership is available to all students in grades 6-12.

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“Mini Seek Camp” (MSC) is the less intense version of the NSBE SEEK camp that took place Spring 2012 at Porter Elementary in San Diego. Because of its success replication and expansion of the mini-camp concept to other schools is on the move.

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On behalf of NSBE-SD, we invite you to join us in helping the kids in our community fulfill their dreams through financial and professional support. YOUR donations allow us not only to fulfill, but to continuously strive to exceed our national mission: “To increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.” The focus of NSBE-SD is to develop and enhance existing NSBE programs, increase technical awareness, encourage scholastic achievement, and stimulate enthusiasm in the science and engineering professions. Our programs provide relevant technical information and professional development that promote technical expertise, professionalism, and fellowship

You may contact NSBE at:

NSBE Professionals San Diego
PO BOX 882232
San Diego, CA 92168-2232

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H.E.A.R.T. trains with Primal Jiu Jitsu

by | Career Development, Team Building

14 - 1This past Saturday Head instructor of Primal Jiu Jitsu Professor Damien Davis provided a FREE lesson in Jiu Jitsu as well as discussed what it takes to be a business owner.

14 - 15Professor Davis posed these important questions to H.E.A.R.T. “What is Kids self defense and how do you find the right training for your child? What is Self defense many people ask and they find the default “Karate” School. We are not here to talk bad about other martial arts but more so to bring to the public eye of the what MARTIAL ARTS is and should be” .

Every parent has or should have expectations of the education their child receives when training. That’s exactly what parents miss all together is Martial Arts is Training for life. Every day your child looks to you for guidance and support to get them to the best future, the highest grades and unshakable confidence. Martial arts should not just be about FIGHTING and combat. It needs to be the moment 14 - 19your child understands they matter, they are accountable for the actions in which they take part.

Self Defense is a key skill set that will follow your child into each and every class room, play ground and job interview. Primal Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will focus on the number one foundation to strong character “Confidence”. Why confidence it’s the personality trait that keeps your child from being bullied, picked on. A confident child will have the verbal skills and self defense awareness to protect themselves, friends and people they care about.

Volunteering to preserve the Famosa Slough Wetlands

by | Volunteerism

Community Service and field trip to Fomosa Slough - 1H.E.A.R.T. volunteered to spend their Saturday morning doing community service followed by lunch at Buffalo Wild Wings (Our newest sponsor). As we volunteered in the restoration of The Famosa Slough wetlands preserve. We planted and took care of California native plants and wetland plants, removed invasives, and cleaned up at the Famosa Slough and Channel. We even had personalized tours of the Slough learned about surrounding plant and wildlife and Community Service and field trip to Fomosa Slough - 20the Slough’s history.

The Famosa Slough is a 37-acre wetland located between Ocean Beach and the San Diego Sports Arena area. It is bisected by West Point Loma Boulevard and bordered by Famosa Boulevard on the west. The channel portion of the slough extends from West Point Loma Boulevard, northward, to the San Diego River Channel. The slough is flushed with salt water from the river channel, and also collects rainwater from the surrounding neighborhood. 

As members of the President’s Volunteer Service Award which is the premier volunteer awards program. We encourage our members and other United States citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents of the United States through presidential recognition to live a life of service. We believe our work inspires others to take positive action to change the world.

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Great H.E.A.R.T. workshop to start the semester

by | Education

10469471_710304619038792_1761592136407078896_n_(2)This past weekend on the campus of San Diego State University’s Calpulli Center marking the launch of The Blue Heart Foundations H.E.A.R.T. Workshops (Higher Education And Rising Together). The H.E.A.R.T. mentoring workshops focus on assisting young men in high school understand what it takes to matriculate to a four year university but what it takes to succeed once there. Each workshop will vary but at the same time rooted in driving and empowering members towards goals of higher achievement.

Our workshops include but are not limited to 1) “Checking in” and addressing any issues or roadblocks these young men may be running into as well as celebrating any accomplishments achieved. 2) 10600431_710304585705462_7013675515309937499_n_(1)Education – Periodically there is SAT/ACT prep as well as workshops on how to avoid “Test Anxiety presented by CalSOAP 3) Professional Development – This is when guest speakers come and present on behalf of their organizations as well as speak on what is required to succeed in their respective fields. 4) Personal Develop ranges from preparing the members of H.E.A.R.T. for the challenges that lay with pursuing a higher education as well as the “soft skills” every young man should have in his tool belt.

Our first workshop covered our academic expectations, conversations and careers with the San Diego Police Department and San Diego Fire Department along with an introduction to SDSU’s Student African American Brotherhood (SAAB). We also had the opportunity to present $1000 grant to two incoming SDSU freshmen Rabi Ahmed and Andre Wortham. Our grant awards specifically target young men in the San Diego community that plan to focus on STEM based majors. We want to thank Dr. Aaron Bruce San Diego State University’s Chief of Diversity Affairs for assisting in the presentation of these awards. We also want to recognize Dr. Bruce’s efforts for finding a fitting venue to enrich the live s of the young men that will one day attend college and in hopes many will be Aztecs.

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Pictured with Dr Aaron Bruce are incoming freshmen Rabi Ahmed and Andre Wortham both of whom recieved financial grants

2014-2015 SDSU Football Tailgate Kickoff

by | Community, Team Building

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Watching the San Diego State State Aztecs dominate NAU 38-7 after tailgating was a perfect way to start off the 2014-2015 school year. The young men participating in the H.E.A.R.T. mentoring program were truly in for a treat on this beautiful Saturday afternoon. The victory in front of an announced crowd of 30,761 at Qualcomm Stadium showed flashes of how good the team could become.

10599207_10152742378391804_6448308766598715945_nThe same could be said of the young men of H.E.A.R.T. of which 10 young men with unlimited potential will come together and devote themselves towards aspirations of a higher education. Many of these young men could “fall through the cracks” due to lack of resources and/or opportunities afforded in the public education system. What we address are the other needs that young men need to make better decisions, learn to be goal oriented as well as focus on character development.

This is an exciting time in these young men’s lives and we are looking forward to watching and tracking the growth of these ten young men as they work to achieve success together. Be sure to watch their growth and cheer them on as they strive to reach their potential and beyond.

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