Transcript Alpha Eta Mu Beta @Boston University Information Session September 24, 2014 About the Organization ● National Biomedical Engineering Honor Society ● Established in 1979 ● Recognizes.

Alpha Eta Mu Beta
@Boston University
Information Session
September 24, 2014
About the Organization
● National Biomedical Engineering Honor Society
● Established in 1979
● Recognizes excellence in the BME field and
brings together individuals who share a drive
and passion for BME
Boston University Chapter
● Become part of a network of excellence in BME
● Social, Networking, Mentorship, and Service
events throughout the year
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team up with organizations within ENG and beyond
● Officers:
Courtney Ellenson, President
Shreya Deshmukh, Vice President
Nelson Boland, Secretary
Keith George, Treasurer
2014-2015 Events
AEMB Social Event
● New juniors and seniors apply NOW to become
a part of AEMB
● As we get back into the school year, seniors
will be going to a sushi lunch
BMES Annual Meeting
San Antonio, TX
● Present research, attend career fairs, network with
industry professionals and grad schools
● AEMB benefits:
○ AEMB Annual Meeting and Dinner (more
networking)
○ AEMB travel award: $500
○ Lectures sponsored by AEMB
● Next year- Tampa, FL
AEMB Induction
Ceremony
● Speaker: Dr. Catherine Klapperich
○ Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (UC Berkeley), and S.M. in
Engineering Sciences (Harvard University)
○ On the global impact of her research in engineering medical
devices for use in low resource settings and at the point of
care.
● Network with current/new AEMB members and BME faculty
● Delicious food; you can bring a guest ☺
● Become a lifetime member!
Finals study break
A social event to bring some holiday spirit into busy finals
season:
○ Ice skating?
○ Hot chocolate and baking?
○ Game night?
○ Potluck?
○ We want your ideas!
Spring 2014
Events
● “Life After Undergrad” panel
○ recently graduated BMEs in both industry and
grad school will give their advice and
knowledge about the options that lie ahead
● Volunteer event
● More socials
● Any suggestions members have are welcomed
and encouraged!
How Can You Join?
● Pick up an application tonight or print one
from the BU AEMB blog site
● Fill out the application
● $50 membership fee in cash
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Covers National Dues, Chapter Dues (initiation
dinner and other events), AEMB certification, pin,
and graduation cord
● Due: Monday, October 6th by 5pm
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There will be a collection envelope for applications
and membership fees at the front desk of ERB 403
Firm deadline since we need to order
certificates/pins and get a headcount for Induction