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NV5 Awards 2024 National Society of Black Engineers Scholarships

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.

Key Points: 
  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.
  • Founded in 1975, the National Society of Black Engineers is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States.
  • These individuals exemplify the values of NSBE, striving to become culturally responsible engineers who excel academically and contribute positively to their communities and professions.
  • “We continue to be impressed with the quality of applicants for the annual NV5 National Society of Black Engineers scholarship program, and we look forward to our ongoing NSBE partnership,” said Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE, Chief Diversity Officer for NV5.

50K Coalition Founders Call for Increased Diversity Amid DEI Rollbacks

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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The 50K Coalition will discuss the report’s finding via a virtual symposium – “Engineering a Brighter Future” – on Monday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Key Points: 
  • The 50K Coalition will discuss the report’s finding via a virtual symposium – “Engineering a Brighter Future” – on Monday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 p.m. EST.
  • The report comes amid the current rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in academic and corporate environments.
  • The group includes more than 60 diversity engineering organizations, academic institutions, and corporations committed to increasing diverse representation in engineering.
  • While the 50,000 graduates milestone was achieved earlier than the target date, the Coalition acknowledges there is much more to be done.

Omar A. Jackson Joins Gilbane Building Company's New York Division as Director of Safety

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, the leading global, family-owned construction management company, announces Omar A. Jackson as Director of Safety for its New York operations. Omar brings over 20 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), spanning various industries, including major transportation systems, construction, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. He has a proven track record of creating vibrant and engaged company safety cultures and developing best-in-class programs through enterprise-wide strategic partnerships and education opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, the leading global, family-owned construction management company, announces Omar A. Jackson as Director of Safety for its New York operations.
  • He will collaborate with the New York leadership team and ensure the IIF safety mindset is a priority at the highest level," said Drew Gaskins, Area Director for Safety, Gilbane Building Company.
  • He will collaborate with the New York leadership team and ensure the IIF safety mindset is a priority at the highest level," said Drew Gaskins, Area Director for Safety, Gilbane Building Company.
  • This commitment is evident in every interaction, from our clients to the trade contractors and the community," said Omar A. Jackson, New York Director of Safety.

NBC10's Latoyia Edwards to Host NSBE Boston's 6th Annual Inspire STEM Gala

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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With the theme "Black is STEM," this year's gala recognizes Black History in the making.

Key Points: 
  • With the theme "Black is STEM," this year's gala recognizes Black History in the making.
  • Hosted by Emmy-award winning news anchor Latoyia Edwards , the gala promises an evening of inspiration and recognition.
  • The 6th Annual Inspire STEM Gala will take place from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm on February 24th.
  • Join NBC10's Latoyia Edwards, NSBE Boston, and keynote speaker Janeen Uzzell for a night of Black STEM excellence.

NSBE BOSTON'S INSPIRE STEM GALA PRESENTED BY AMGEN FEATURING JANEEN UZZELL AS KEYNOTE SPEAKER

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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The gala, themed "Black is STEM" this year, is NSBE Boston's annual fundraiser to support its mission of providing Youth STEM education and career programs for Black students in the Boston area.

Key Points: 
  • The gala, themed "Black is STEM" this year, is NSBE Boston's annual fundraiser to support its mission of providing Youth STEM education and career programs for Black students in the Boston area.
  • Since the first gala, NSBE Boston has awarded nearly $300,000 in scholarships and plans to award another $100,000 this year.
  • The event is presented by Amgen , a biotechnology leader that supports NSBE's vision of a more diverse and inclusive STEM future.
  • The gala will host over 200 business and community leaders to celebrate the outstanding Black STEM professionals and students in the region.

More Than $200,000 in College Scholarships Now Available from PG&E for Students in Northern and Central California

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced today that scholarship applications are now being accepted for college-bound high schoolers as well as current college and continuing education students with a primary residence in Northern and Central California.

Key Points: 
  • More than $200,000 is being made available through scholarships created by PG&E's 11 employee resource groups (ERG) and two engineering network groups (ENG).
  • These groups support and advance diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within PG&E and the hometowns it serves.
  • ERG and ENG scholarship winners will receive awards ranging from $1,000 to $6,000 for exemplary scholastic achievement and community leadership.
  • PG&E's ERG and ENG scholarships are available through these 13 groups:

Growing Cybersecurity Demand Opportunity to Create More Racially Inclusive Workforce

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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MARIETTA, Ga., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- African Americans make up only 9.2% of cybersecurity analysts.(1) This lack of representation is not merely unfortunate, it presents multiple issues in terms of creating effective security protocols and addressing critical vulnerabilities. David Lee, and expert on identity access management and founder of The Identity Jedi, explains, "We live in a world where tech is intertwined in everything we do. In order to create products that serve all people, we need to make sure that we have all people building those products."

Key Points: 
  • Cybersecurity experts are in demand, but the current workforce contains too few African Americans and other minorities.
  • Creating a more racially inclusive workforce benefits everyone and is vital to better identify technological risks and vulnerabilities.
  • In order to create products that serve all people, we need to make sure that we have all people building those products."
  • Not to show it off as a shiny toy, but to show your workforce and how they interact."

Society of Women Engineers Earns $5 Million National Science Foundation Grant to Fund the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Women Engineers has been awarded a nearly $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to fund the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative (WCEC)—a project that seeks to address the impact of retaining women of color in the engineering profession.

Key Points: 
  • The Society of Women Engineers has been awarded a nearly $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to fund the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative (WCEC)—a project that seeks to address the impact of retaining women of color in the engineering profession.
  • Diverse Group of Grant Team includes SHPE, NSBE, AISES, and WEPAN
    CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Women Engineers has been awarded a nearly $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to fund the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative (WCEC)—a project that seeks to address the impact of retaining women of color in the engineering profession.
  • "Many organizations and companies have developed numerous programs and services for women engineers and engineers of color, but women of color engineers are often left underserved by these efforts."
  • "Professional STEM societies, academic institutions, and employers have developed numerous programs and services for women engineers and engineers of color, but women of color engineers are often left underserved by these efforts," Rincon said.

NV5 Awards 2023 National Society of Black Engineers Scholarships

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, today announced the winners of the 2023 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.

Key Points: 
  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, today announced the winners of the 2023 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.
  • The ten scholarship awards are part of NV5’s five-year $275,000 commitment to NSBE.
  • These award winners embody the NSBE mission “to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.”
    “We continue to be impressed with the quality of applicants that we receive for the annual NV5 National Society of Black Engineers scholarship program, and we look forward to our ongoing NSBE partnership,” said Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE, Chief Diversity Officer for NV5.
  • The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States.

LP Building Solutions Establishes Scholarships With the National Society of Black Engineers and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers to Attract Greater Diversity Into Industry

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, today announced the establishment of college scholarships to attract greater diversity into the manufacturing industry and foster a more inclusive and representative workforce.

Key Points: 
  • LP partnered with SHPE: Leading Hispanics in STEM (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers) and the National Society of Black Engineers to establish the scholarships for 2023–2024 academic year.
  • "Engagement with students can introduce them to our industry and help them develop the skills toward long, rewarding careers.
  • I am proud to be part of an organization that puts words into action to foster diversity in future generations of engineers."
  • This is not the first time LP has supported the National Society of Black Engineers, following a 2022 donation.