Student Organizations

AIAA is a national organization whose goal is to serve the technical needs and to promote the professional development of engineers in the aerospace field.

The services MAESC provides include help with academic course curriculum, career development, and fun social events. MAESC is comprised of a general body community and a Student Executive Committee (SEC) including three smaller teams: Academic Support, Professional Development, and Social Media and Outreach.

ASME is a nationwide and international organization with approximately 100,000 members. The student chapter coordinates, plans and runs a variety of student activities, including the invitation of guest speakers, organization of field trips, department open house for the Buffalo community, student paper contests, an annual picnic and banquet, and participation in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Student Conference.

The SAE student chapter is organized primarily to train students in hands-on engineering and design skills.

AISES is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, First Nations and other indigenous peoples of North America in STEM studies and careers.

The UB Design Club is a multidisciplinary outlet for the exploration of entrepreneurship, design, and product development.

The mission of EWH is to help students apply knowledge and skills to real problems facing health professionals in the developing world, while expanding practical skills beyond classroom exposure.

Google Developer Student Club at University at Buffalo is a club to help students bridge the gap between theory and practice. Students from all programs with an interest in growing as a developer are welcome. By joining GDSC- UB, students grow their knowledge in a peer-to-peer learning environment and build solutions for local businesses and their communities.

The Society of Women Engineers encourages women to achieve their full career potential as engineers and leaders by expanding the image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and by demonstrating the value of diversity.

MakeOpenSource is an open-source programming club. Our goal is to create a community of programmers and developers (of any skill level) who can collaborate and contribute to open-source projects. The club is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.

This group aims to create a supportive environment for men of color in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Modeled after basketball superstar Lebron James’ HBO show “The Shop,” the group provides a neighborhood-like community and a safe, gender-inclusive space to discuss issues that are important to men of color in STEM. These supportive spaces are important to men of all backgrounds and have special significance in communities of color.

The National Society of Black Engineers is the largest student managed organization in the country. NSBE seeks to promote the recruitment, retention, and academic excellence of students of color in engineering and science.

The National Society of Black Engineers is the largest student managed organization in the country. NSBE seeks to promote the recruitment, retention, and academic excellence of students of color in engineering and science.

oSTEM@Buffalo is a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual (LGBTTQQIA+) and ally-affirming organization that aims to provide services and support for students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and to create a dynamic network between students and professionals in industry and academia.

Phi Sigma Rho is a social sorority exclusively for women in engineering. Phi Sigma Rho sisters strive for academic and professional excellence but recognize that developing lasting bonds of friendship and support with other women in engineering is essential to our success.

UB Robotics (UBR) is an undergraduate club dedicated to engineering excellence and collaboration in the field of robotics.

SASE is dedicated to the professional and educational advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers.

SHPE UB inspires and motivates underrepresented students to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at the University at Buffalo and in the Buffalo area.

The Society of Women Engineers encourages women to achieve their full career potential as engineers and leaders by expanding the image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and by demonstrating the value of diversity.

The goal of the University at Buffalo Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (UB SEDS) is to raise interest and awareness of space exploration and development.

Tau Beta Pi is the nation's second oldest honor society, and the the only engineering honor society that recognizes individuals from all engineering disciplines.

TPEC gives interested students the chance to explore theme park engineering in depth and to learn more about potential careers in the field.

Theta Tau is the nation's oldest co-ed fraternity for engineers and is comprised of students from all engineering majors.

UB Space Bulls is a diverse group of multidisciplinary undergraduate and graduate students passionate about researching, designing, and building the next generation of rovers.

UB STEMinism is a group open to participation by any student that aims to provide peer support and opportunities for engagement in social activities, professional development, mentoring workshops, seminars and other activities that connect students.

Nanosat is a collaborative organization of undergraduate and graduate students who work with the Air Force Research Lab, NASA, and Moog, Inc. to build satellites from concept to launch.