Student Societies

From chapters of national organizations to groups founded by Stanford students, these vital student societies are at the heart of Stanford Engineering. In addition to professional development and academic assistance, these organizations give students a chance to make valuable connections, find support systems, and get involved in the greater engineering community.

The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) 
SWE is a driving force to establish engineering as a highly desirable career for women through training and development programs, networking opportunities, scholarships, outreach and advocacy activities, and much more.

The Society of Black Scientists and Engineers (SBSE)
The mission of SBSE, a chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black scientists and engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community!

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
The Stanford AISES chapter encourages American Indian and Alaska Native students to enter the world of science and engineering while preserving their cultural heritages. The chapter works to decrease isolation, increase self-esteem, and support the academic achievement of community members through informal and formal practices.

The Stanford Society of Latinx Engineers (SOLE)
We believe the world needs not just innovative engineers, but also ones who value familia, professionalism, outreach, and academics. SOLE is a chapter of SHPE-MAES and HENAAC.

Black Engineering Graduate Student Association (BEGSA)
The mission of BEGSA is to build a sense of community among the Black Stanford Engineering community. The group facilitates students’ professional development and academic success by providing forums for engagement, discussion, and collective learning.

Latin@ Engineering Graduate Student Organization (LEGOS)
LEGOS is an organization oriented toward the success of Latin@s pursuing graduate studies in engineering at Stanford.

Stanford Native American Graduate Students (SNAGS)
SNAGS is a part of the Native American Cultural Center (NACC), encouraging students to engage with resources and events associated with a vibrant Indigenous community in the surrounding Bay Area.

Womxn of Color in Engineering (WOCE)
We encourage Black, Latinx, American Indian, and/or Pacific Islander womxn graduate students to bond over shared experiences, ally with mentors, and enhance their leadership and professional development skills as part of an extensive network of university-wide support services.

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (oSTEM)
A national student society dedicated to increasing the participation of queer people in disciplines related to science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). 

Engineering Students for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ES4DEI)
The purpose of this organization is to dismantle racism, sexism,
ablism, homophobia, transphobia, classism, and ethnic discrimination
and all forms of oppression in engineering departments, in solidarity
with departments across Stanford and with other institutes of higher
education, by advocating for policy change that actively supports,
nurtures and sustains a diverse academic environment in engineering,
and via community-based solutions such as action-oriented workshops,
book clubs, journal clubs, and invited speakers. Form to become a member.

Visit the Stanford Engineering student organizations page for more societies and initiatives