Nine affinity-based, professional engineering and STEM societies have their CU Boulder chapter offices in the BOLD Center. These societies provide a variety of functions and programming, including:

  • Hosting guest speakers
  • Organizing social events
  • Sponsoring student attendance at national conferences 
  • Sponsoring entries in national competitions 
  • Making a world of difference as an engineer before you graduate!

Membership in professional societies is open to anyone who supports the organization’s mission. Please contact individual societies for membership information.

American Indian Science & Engineering Society

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Fridays, 4-5 p.m.
  • BOLD 135

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. 

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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.

Weekly Meetings:

  • Mondays, 7-8 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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. 

Weekly Meetings:

  • Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)

Give to WOAA at CU Boulder

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.

Bi-Weekly Meetings:

  • Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.
  • Chevron Commons (BOLD)