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Convention 2012 Convention 2012

38th Annual Convention is in Pittsburgh, PA.
March 28th - April 1st, 2012


This premiere event encompasses members from around the world. During the convention there will be various programs and workshops that will be in place to benefit grade school, collegiate, graduate, technical professional, and international entities of the Society. The convention will showcase the NSBE culture, achievements of the membership, local and nationwide talent, and black-owned businesses in the Pittsburgh area. The goal of this convention is to provide members with the pipeline to continue to strive for success in one’s academics, profession, and community. For more information, please visit http://convention.nsbe.orgRegister TODAY!

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Face-to-Face Networking in the Facebook Generation Face-to-Face Networking in the Facebook Generation

Looking for workshops to attend at the 38th Annual Convention? Check out the Face-to-Face Networking in the Facebook Generation workshop! Through interactive activities, attendees will learn how to perfect their Elevator Speech, work on techniques for enhancing their small talk skills, and identify where to meet professionals that can help their careers and how to maintain meaningful relationships.

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Making History Today Making History Today

"During this month of February we are encouraged to look back and honor the contributions made by African Americans to the fabric of our nation and our world, to acknowledge the giants who laid the foundation for the opportunities we now enjoy. I believe this to be a worthy activity: knowing our history is essential to charting our path forward as a people."

To read more messages from your chair, click here.

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Take the Next Step in Leadership - Apply for the 2012-2013 NEB Take the Next Step in Leadership - Apply for the 2012-2013 NEB

The NEB, subject to the orders of the membership, is responsible for setting direction and policy for the organization, developing programs that impact the engineering community, and making business decisions that affect the operations of the society. Serving the membership on the NEB will both challenge you and broaden your horizons.

For more infromation and resources about applying click here.

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Like My Status Like My Status

NSBE Jr. Members, are you looking for workshop to attend at the 38th Annual Convention? Check out Like My Status: Good or Bad? This workshop will explore the various outlets of social media and the affect it has on society's norms, values and today's technology. Are we making the right decisions when deciding to participate in all of the various forms of social media?

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Social Media & Search Engine Optimization Social Media & Search Engine Optimization

The Technical Professional Conference features great events and workshops that encourage you to mix and mingle with fellow professionals. This session will present information about search engine optimization (SEO), branding, making revenue on the Internet, new media, and web and client trends.

To check out more TPC workshops click here!

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Press Kit / Advertising

Press Kit

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2011 - 2012 Media Kit
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2011-2012 Premier Advertisers

 

Central Intelligence Agency
Chevron Corporation
Exxon Mobil Corporation
General Dynamics C4 Systems

General Electric (GE)
Illinois Tool Works
Life Technologies
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The MITRE Corporation
National Security Agency
NAVAIR

NCEES
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Philadelphia Gas Works
Toyota
United States Navy


 

Premier Advertiser Value Added Benefits
 

 

Committed to the development of NSBE magazine and the active recruitment of minority engineers Premier Advertisers run advertisements in five consecutive issues of NSBE Magazine. Premier Advertisers are NSBE magazine’s most valued advertisers and they fully support the minority engineering effort and diversity in the global workplace.

Recruiting is a year-round job and NSBE Magazine offers exclusive value added benefits. Become a Premier Advertiser and benefit from more than just frequency.
 

Design Specifications

  • Large advertising discounts - up to 23% off the one-time rate
  • A one-page corporate profile
  • Recognition in the Premier Advertisers Page in each issue
  • A Special Recognition award presented at NSBE’s Annual National Convention
  • Special recognition in the May post-convention issue
  • Mechanical & Production Information
  • Publication Size 8 1/8” x 10 7/8
  • Printing WEB
  • Binding Perfect Bound
  • Bleed Size Full Page: 8 3/8” x 11 1/8”
  • Spread: 16 _” x 11 1/8”
  • For full pages keep live matter 3/8” from trim edge

Line Screen 133 lines negatives should be right reading emulsion side down and accompanied by a four color proof.

Production Guidelines Follow AAAA/BPA/MPA recommended standards for offset printing (SWOP).

Black and White Advertisements Supply base (.004) right reading film negatives emulsion side down prepared to publication size of space ordered. Preferred screen range 133 line. All film must be accompanied by a velox proof and indicate bleed and trim marks as well as center marks on spreads. Recommended tonal range: highlights 3% midtones sharpened 8-10 % due to press gain shadows 85%. Anything greater than 85% may print solid.

Two Color Advertisements Supply one piece per color stable base (.004) right reading film negatives emulsion side down in register prepared in the exact size of the space ordered. The film should identify color and include crop and register marks.

Four Color Advertisements Supply stable base (.004) right reading film negatives emulsion side down in register prepared the exact size of space ordered. Preferred screen range 133 line. Film should be supplied one piece per color identifying the color the engraver and include register marks on four sides in addition to bleed trim and center marks. Follow SWOP Standards.

Density Four four-color printing the sum percentages should not exceed 300%. Matched AAAA process inks should be proofed side to side with color bars at bottom. Color sequence is black blue red and yellow (all colors proofed wet). Progressive proofs must be furnished with film for accurate color match and coverage. Matchprint or Chromalin proofs are also accepted. Color keys are least desirable and not recommended. Follow SWOP standards.

Web Banner Sizes ~ NEW!
Banner Image Specs:
Right Ad : 200 X 120
Center Ad: 467 X 59