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NSBE news M MEMBER BENEFItS from miCrosofT! icrosoft Corporation Chairman Bill Gates believes in a level playing field. He has made a personal commitment to the National Society of Black Engineers to ensure that students have access to the software they need to compete in today’s technologically advanced society. Microsoft is offering FREE developer software to NSBE student, faculty and staff members. This includes programs such as Microsoft Access or Exchange, Visual Studio .NET, Windows Server and many more. This gift alone is a great opportunity that every eligible NSBE member should take advantage of. But, there’s more! With this Microsoft grant, you can also become Microsoft Certified for FREE! The grant provides access to Microsoft’s premier IT Academy, which offers training and certification for a variety of Microsoft platforms. You can become certified in any of the following: • Database Developer • Web Developer • Windows Developer • Windows Client • Windows Server Whether you are an IT guru or not, access to this level of technology is unbeatable. As a NSBE member, it is important for you to develop academically and professionally, and always stay on top of technology. With Microsoft on your side, you can get there. If you want access to FREE Microsoft development software, contact the Membership Team by e-mail at membership@nsbe.org to determine your eligibility. ■ your next great leap: starting fast with a global force John Deere offers immediate challenge in an environment of innovation, technology and new ideas. We’re committed to intense teamwork, and provide many ways to grow and advance. We offer internship, co-op and full-time opportunities in these and other disciplines: Accounting/Finance Engineering Information Technology Marketing/Product Support Supply Management www.JohnDeere.jobs An equal opportunity employer. www.nsbe.org • january/february 2009 • 17 http://www.JohnDeere.jobs http://www.JohnDeere.jobs http://www.nsbe.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of NSBE - January/February 2009

NSBE - January/February 2009
Contents
Image or Action?
Bringing It Home
Your Time
Nigerian Students Celebrate
Region III Makes ‘iImpact’
Fall Regional Energy
A Walk for Education
Member Benefits from Microsoft!
Success Catches On
Grad Conference Seeks Heavyweights
Al Collins of Fluor Corporation
What the meltdown may mean for U.S. engineers
Boosting NSBE on Wall Street
“Energizing Creativity to Achieve Exponential Growth”
NSBE Golden Torch Awards
The AE Niche
Jobs in Green Industries
AE Members on the Move
NSBE for Life!
Toronto 2010: Making It Happen
NSBE Calendar
Advertisers Index

NSBE - January/February 2009