About Us

Our NSBE chapter is the home of Black engineering talent at Santa Clara University. With 50+ members of varying STEM disciplines on campus, we participate in campus diversity efforts, volunteer in our local community, and are committed to fulfilling the NSBE mission statement. Since its founding in the 90's, our chapter has engaged in pre-collegiate education initiatives, impressed corporate sponsors across the Bay Area, and trained aspiring professionals ready to positively impact whatever community they come across.

Mission Statement

"to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community." - National Society of Black Engineers

Current 2025-2026 Board Members

Jasmine Senteza

Major: Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

From: Los Angeles, CA

Favorite Artist: Jorja Smith

Position: President

Niyonkuru Jonas

Major: Computer Science and Engineering

From: Tucson, AZ

Favorite Artist: Rod Wave

Position: Vice President

Mary Iwuoha

Major: Computer Science and MIS

From: Seattle, WA

Favorite Artist: Gunna

Position: Finance Chair

Keona Oparanaku

Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering

From: Las Vegas, NV

Favorite Artist: Lil Baby

Position: Treasurer

Darasimi Ogunleye

Major: Management Information Systems

From: Los Angeles, CA

Favorite Artist: Asake

Position: Public Relations Chair

Olumide Bajomo

Major: Computer Science

From: Lagos, Nigeria

Favorite Artist: Dave

Position: Academic Excellence Chair

Richard Chandler

Major: Computer Science

From: Houston, TX

Favorite Artist: Sade

Position: Programs Chair

Philip Emioma

Major: Mechanical Engineering

From: Lagos, Nigeria

Favorite Artist: Gunna

Position: Secretary

Anjie Obasunloye

Major: Computer Science and Engineering

From: Lagos, Nigeria

Favorite Artist: Mufasa the Poet

Position: T.O.R.C.H Chair

Uchennaya Okereke

Major: Mechanical Engineering

From: Oakland, California

Favorite Artist: Rod Wave

Position: In-House Rep