ABOUT US
As a national student and professional based organization, The National Society of Black Engineers does hereby dedicate itself to increasing the participation of minority students in the fields of Engineering and Applied science. As a part of our mandate, programs will be initiated both within and outside the university community, which will serve to strengthen relations between industry and the minority community. Members of this organization are encouraged to join and participate in activities of the McMaster Engineering Society and professional societies advocating their respective discipline of Engineering. This organization will endeavour to provide a nurturing atmosphere that will foster the growth of members’ professional, academic, leadership and social skills.
OUR EXECS
Name: Tvaughn Holness
Position: President
About: My name is Tyvaughn Holness and I am currently studying Electrical Engineering in my 3rd year at McMaster. I joined NSBE because I wanted to inspire other young black youth with the courage and drive to pursue their own passions, whether it be in Engineering or in any STEM field. Having been awarded the Morley Douglas and Ruby Isabel Leek Scholarship through the Black Business and Professional Association in my first year, and then the William Hubbard Memorial Award in my second year, which also gave me the opportunity to work for Hydro-One, I feel that I can accomplish great things with everyone at NSBE. We all have the same level of commitment to making McMaster a place that celebrates diversity. Outside of school, I am interested in technology and it’s affects across the globe, from renewable tech such as electric cars paired with automation to the blockchain and its application in the financial sector. I’m also never a person to turn down a game of ultimate frisbee or badminton, athletics for me is just as important as school.
Name: Daniel O’Connor
Position: Treasurer
About: Daniel O’Connor is in his fourth year of Mechanical Engineering. He has been involved in NSBE Mac since 2015, where he served as communications chair. He left school the following school year as he went on an internship and he has now returned to serve the role of Treasurer. Daniel joined NSBE after attending The HUNT in January 2015. He received great help from this event and his resume was improved dramatically. He hopes that future students will be able to benefit as much as he has in their search for employment. In his spare time, Daniel enjoys playing sports, such as Basketball, Soccer and Baseball. He also loves to watch movies and spend time with friends and family. Daniel is extremely excited for this school year and he hopes that there will be many positive memories made along the way.
Name: Genevieve Okon
Position: Communications Chair
About: Genevieve Okon is in her fourth year of Software engineering and has been a member of Nsbe since 2015. She has been in school for a total of five years including her co-op year. She got an internship job after attending The Hunt event in 2016. In this event, she got her resume critiqued and learnt valuable interview skills which helped her acquire a position in the company. She enjoys watching tv shows, pencil art, web developing and graphic design. Genevieve is looking forward to this year and is excited to see how NSBE grows throughout the year.
Name: Timothy Yeung
Position: Membership Chair
About: Timothy Yeung is currently in his 3rd year of Mechanical Engineering and Management. He wants to help NSBE grow in Mac and become a well recognized organization on campus and in Hamilton. He works as a part-time Tennis Coach and loves playing sports, working out, and spending time with friends and family.
Name: Efe Ijevu
Position: Pre-College Initiative (PCI) Chair
Efe Ijevu is in her last year of Electrical Engineering. She previously completed a 1-year internship with the Government of Ontario as a Junior Application Developer. As PCI chair this year, Efe aims to create a platform for university students to share their experiences learnt over the past years and translate their knowledge to upcoming STEM leaders in high school. She enjoys reading romance, watching movies an spending time with family and friends. She is extremely excited for the year with her NSBE Mac team and looks forward to what the year holds.
Name: Toby Anoliefo
Position: The HUNT COORDINATOR
About: Toby Anoliefo is currently studying chemical engineering and management in his fourth year. He was a member is in the past two years and recently decided to join the NSBE team. He loves playing and watching soccer and basketball in his spare time and is a warriors bandwagon.