Student Societies

Our student societies are open to students of all backgrounds* and we welcome CU Boulder students to join by contacting the society of interest directly. We are proud to support our nine affinity-based, professional engineering and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) student societies at the Campos Student Center. 

Our organizations provide a variety of programming and leadership opportunities for our students including:  

  • Serving as an executive board member 
  • Organizing career and industry networking opportunities 
  • Hosting cultural affirming and community building programming 
  • Participating in regional and national professional organization conferences 
  • Hosting, organizing and running an annual student-led conference 
  • Entering national STEM competitions 
  • Engaging with middle & high school students for STEM outreach 

If you have any general questions about our student organizations, please reach out to our Coordinator of Student Societies, Amanda McKenzie. 

American Association of Engineers of Indian Origin

AAEIO addresses the need of engineers of Indian origin living in North America to collaborate on technology and innovation.

Give to AAEIO at CU Boulder

Advancing Indigenous People in STEM

AISES' mission is to be a catalyst for the advancement of American Indians and Native Alaskans as they seek to become self-reliant and self-determined members of society by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values.

Give to AISES at CU Boulder

National Society of Black Engineers

NSBE's mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. 

Give to NSBE at CU Boulder

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

oSTEM strives to provide networking opportunities, professional development, social proceedings, and safe space for the LGBTQ community belonging to science, technology, engineering, and math fields on campus.

Give to oSTEM at CU Boulder

Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers

SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential.

Give to SASE at CU Boulder

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

SHPE's mission is to develop a diverse community of supportive CU Boulder students that excel as STEM leaders, contributing community members, and well rounded professionals.

Give to SHPE at CU Boulder

Society of Women Engineers

SWE is focused on building an inclusive community of strong female engineers and other minorities, while remaining open to all who support these groups in STEM. 

Give to SWE at CU Boulder

Women in Computing

WiC is dedicated to supporting women and diversity in computing. We encourage interaction from all who are interested in issues regarding women and diversity in computing to share information about career, academic, and social opportunities.

Give to WiC at CU Boulder

Women in Aeronautics and Astronautics

WOAA creates a community for women interested in space exploration. We will produce a safe and welcoming environment aimed toward inclusivity and empowerment, making space more accessible to everyone.

Give to WOAA at CU Boulder

National Awards

Our student society chapters have earned national accolades in the areas of leadership and science achievement. 
 
2025

  Society of Women Engineers Mission Recognition 

  Society of Women Engineers Society of Women Engineers FY25 Membership Retention Recognition - Collegiate Large Section 

2023

  AISES First Nations Launch Moon Challenge - First Place (All Categories)

CU Boulder Involvement Awards

Each year the Center for Student Involvement and the Colorado Creed join together to recognize leadership and student engagement across campus. The CU Involvement Awards celebrates students, student organizations, faculty and staff who exemplify leadership and passion across the Boulder community.

2026:
  
  Ripple Award: Eric Ta (SASE)

  Supportive Staff Member of the Year: Amanda McKenzie

  Leigh Wyman Family Award: Dorrin Ashrafi Soltanahmadi 

  Student Organization of the Year: Society of Women Engineers  

2025:  

  Ripple Award: Manas Katragadda 

  Cultural Event of the Year Award: Diwali celebration 

  Lasting Legacy Award: SASE president Helen Do

  Society of Women Engineers Mission Recognition for 2025 (SWE National Award)

  Society of Women Engineers Society of Women Engineers FY25 Membership Retention Recognition - Collegiate Large section (SWE National Award)

2024:  

  Student Organization of the Year: Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers  

  Student Event of the Year: AAPI: All New Year Festival  

  Student Rising Star Award: Kelly Clingan from SASE 

2023:  

  Student Organization of the Year: oSTEM @ CU Boulder 

2022:  

  Student Organization of the Year: Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers 

2020: 

  Student Organization of the Year: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and Latinos in Engineering and Science  

*The Center’s opportunities including student societies are open to all engineering students, regardless of race, gender and other identities protected under the law and university policy.