Spring O-Zone Summit
The Spring O-Zone Summit will be on February 21st at GOODWIN HALL from 9 am - 4 pm!
This is a regional leadership and networking event. It brings together students, professionals, and alumni for a day of workshops, career development, and community building. The summit helps members grow as leaders, connect with peers across the region, and gain inspiration to excel in STEM and beyond. The O-Zone consists of:
- Hampton University
- James Madison University
- Old Dominion University
- University of Virginia
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Virginia State University
- Virginia Tech
Annual Convention
The Annual Convention is the biggest event of the year for NSBE - it’s where the whole community comes together! Expect a week packed with keynote speakers, technical competitions, workshops, and unforgettable socials. But most importantly, the Annual Convention is home to one of the largest career fairs for Black engineers in the country! Hundreds of companies come ready to hire, and many members leave with internship offers or even full-time positions.
The 2026 Anual Convention will be held March 18–22, 2026 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, MD. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow, network, and take the next step in your career!
Fall Regional Conference (FRC)
FRC is one of the biggest events in Region II! Every fall, NSBE chapters from across the East Coast come together for a weekend of workshops, networking, and fun. Beyond leadership development and connecting with other NSBE members, FRC is also an incredible chance to meet recruiters and explore career opportunities. Many companies attend to connect directly with students, so it’s a great place to make an impression and take steps toward landing internships or full-time jobs.
FRC 2025 was held October 31 - November 2, 2025, in Raleigh, NC, with the theme “Advancing S.T.E.M. - Empower. Execute. Excel.”
Who should I reach out to about trips?
Our External Affairs Chair, Joshua Essandoh. You may reach him at vt.nsbe.externalaffairs@gmail.com.