By OnMilwaukee Staff Writers   Published Nov 02, 2011 at 1:27 PM

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) will host its fall regional conference at the Wyndham Airport Hotel and Convention Center, Nov. 4-6. Approximately 380 students will attend courses in pursuing academic excellence and leadership.

Conference participants will also learn how to maintain operational effectiveness, implement vital signature programs and how to expand their own career access through leadership. Chapters from the Great Lakes states as well as Central Canada, Central Africa and East Africa will be represented at the conference.

The National Society of Black Engineers is the premier organization serving African Americans in engineering and technology. With over 35,000 members and more than 300 chapters, NSBE supports and promotes the aspirations of university and pre-college students and technical professionals.