Student Organization Reception & Employer Networking Dinner (SOREND)

Pre-Event:

3:45 pm Student Organization Check-in and Poster Set-up

4:30 pm Employer Check-in

Official Conference:

4:30 pm - 5:45 pm: Student Organization Reception and Poster Display

5:50 pm - 7:30 pm: Employer Networking Dinner and Organization Awards

The Student Organization Reception and Poster Session offers an elevated reverse career fair, where student leaders showcase their organizations while employers walk through, learning about different groups and exploring partnership opportunities. A monetary award for the best student poster display will be given, with funds deposited directly into the student organization’s account. Career Exploration and Success will provide each organization with a base black corrugated poster board and easel for their display.

The Employer Networking Dinner is the second part of the Student Organization Reception & Employer Networking Dinner (SOREND), offering a formal setting where employers and student leaders connect over a served 3-course meal. The evening will feature opportunities for table networking, guest speakers, and award presentations by Career Exploration and Success' Knights of the Round Table corporate partners. Awards include the best poster display winner from the reception, along with monetary prizes for Professional Student Leader of the Year, Professional Student Organization of the Year, and Professional Student Organization Program of the Year.

As of December 10, 2024

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
  The Rutgers Chapter of ASME is dedicated to fostering a collaborative community of aspiring engineers by hosting engaging workshops, innovative competitions, and creative social events. In alignment with ASME’s mission, we strive to inspire innovation, promote professional development, and provide students with opportunities to enhance their skills and leadership abilities. By cultivating a passion for engineering and empowering future problem-solvers, we aim to contribute to societal needs and the advancement of the engineering community.

• Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA)
  ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals for America) is committed to broadening horizons for students aspiring to grow as professional leaders. Our Committee Program, Mentorship Program, Company events, skill workshops, and various initiatives offer pathways to gain industry insights and connect with a supportive network of professionals, dedicated students, and alumni, enabling empowerment. Together, we continuously build the ALPFAmilia and empower Latino Leaders.

• Brazilian Student Organization (BRASA)
  At BRASA Rutgers-New Brunswick, our mission is to foster a vibrant and inclusive community passionate about Brazilian culture, enriching Rutgers-New Brunswick by promoting cultural appreciation, offering support to Brazilian students, and facilitating meaningful dialogue between the university and our community. What sets us apart is our exclusive focus on Brazilian culture and tailored support for Brazilian students, as part of the larger BRASA organization committed to a global network of promoting Brazilian culture. We value diversity, cultural exchange, and the power of community and hope to create a welcoming and enriching campus experience for all students while celebrating Brazil's rich heritage. As part of our ongoing initiatives, we are excited to announce that we are planning to host vibrant celebrations for both Carnival and Easter, sharing the joy and traditions of these cultural events with the Rutgers-New Brunswick community.

• Business Association of Supply Chain Expertise (BASE)
  Our mission is to cultivate an inclusive community of students passionate about supply chain management, equipping them with the technical, analytical, and professional social skills necessary for success in the professional world and facilitating connections with professional organizations.

• Engineers in Action (EIA)
  Engineers In Action strives to improve the conditions of isolated communities through the construction of pedestrian footbridges. Studies show that footbridges are a great way to connect people to vital resources such as clinics, schools, job opportunities, etc.. Our EIA chapter collaborates alongside community members, university students, and our in-country partner, Engineers in Action-Parent organization, in order to accomplish these builds. EIA collaborates with local partners and communities to develop cost-effiecient alternatives for many bridge components. And this is a big reason we are able to afford construction of footbridges in remote areas.

• Latino Student Council (LSC)
  The Latino Student Council follows four main objectives:  To increase the recruitment of Latinos at Rutgers University. To retain and graduate all Latinos at Rutgers University. To secure, expand and empower the Latino & Caribbean Studies Department, the Center for Latin American Studies, the Spanish & Portuguese Studies Department, and the Center for Latino Arts and Culture. To promote the wellbeing of the Latino community and other communities university-wide through unified action.

• Minority Engineering Educational Task (MEET)
  To increase the number of culturally responsible minority engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. MEET is the Rutgers University Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers.

• Pakistani Student Association
  Our student organization is dedicated to enriching the campus experience by promoting the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan. It strives to nurture inclusivity and cross-cultural understanding by organizing educational, social, and cultural events that celebrate the traditions and values of Pakistan. We aim to provide a vibrant community platform for students to connect, collaborate, and celebrate their diverse backgrounds, and through collaboration, engagement, and empowerment, we aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where members can thrive personally, academically, and professionally while contributing positively to the broader campus community.

• Rutgers Association of Marketing and Strategy (RAMS)
  To accelerate undergraduate students into the marketing industry by equipping with marketing skills, providing opportunities for networking, and fostering professional development in a welcoming environment

• Rutgers Sports Business Association
  The Rutgers Sports Business Association functions as a student organization that encourages its members to use it as a medium to pursue something that they might not be able to do independently. We, as a club, facilitate a sport-enthusiast culture combined with a business-focused mission of delivering to a market, the Rutgers’ students.

• Rutgers Undergraduate Food Science Club
  Rutgers University Undergraduate Food Science Club is an organization of individuals interested in the profession of food science or food in general. Working hand in hand with the Rutgers Department of Food Science, we aim to promote cordial relations with the faculty, alumni, and food science students of Rutgers University as well as other educational institutions offering courses in food science (e.g., Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)). Furthermore, through our various educational and engaging meetings, trips, and alumni events, we strive to foster strong professional, personal, and academic relations among our members. Overall, it is the mission of the Rutgers Undergraduate Food Science Club to foster a community of students who love food and science while providing career support, community outreach efforts, and fun activities for both major and non-major members.

• Rutgers Undergraduate Women in Business
  Women in Business is a student-led organization dedicated to providing women the opportunities, education, and skills necessary to succeed in a business environment. Founded in 2013 in affiliation with the Rutgers Business School, our mission is to empower women to understand and reach their highest potential while inspiring them to uplift and empower the lives of others. 

• Rutgers University Association of International Relations (RUAIR)
  The mission of the Association of International Relations shall be: to increase the level of understanding, interest, and debate of topics on international affairs for students of all ages, to promote a better understanding of the global political environment in which we currently live, and to offer Rutgers students the opportunity to participate by both competing in and hosting Model United Nations conferences.

• Rutgers Women in Product
  The purpose of the organization shall provide a network for students, especially those who self-identify as female, with a strong interest in the product field, a suitable environment to learn more about the field and find a community for advice or exchange of information. The organization will help equip women to thrive in male-dominated product roles at all levels. The organization will also advocate for a more diverse workplace environment. The Rutgers women in product organization will hold events such as workshops, career talks, product competitions, and general meetings.

• School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Governing Council
  The SEBS Governing Council (SGC) serves the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS) student body. By reaching out to the community, faculty, and administration, the SGC amplifies student voices and represents your needs and concerns. The council also allocates semesterly operating budgets for SEBS-affiliated student groups.

• Society of Hispanic Engineers (SHE)
  Rutgers SHE is the Rutgers University student chapter of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), originally created in 1984. Our motto and goal is to Recruit, Retain, and Graduate minority students majoring in engineering, math, or science.

• Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
  Since 1975, Rutgers Society of Women Engineers, a collegiate chapter of Society of Women Engineers, has been a community that strives to consistently promote diversity in an inclusive environment Rutgers and in the neighboring communities, enabling its members to achieve their full potential in careers as engineers and leaders while upholding our core pillars of professional development, community, outreach, and mentorship to ensure the respect and support of everyone’s individual, personal, and career choices.

• Taiwanese American Student Association
  Rutgers TASA, the Taiwanese American Student Association, strives to promote and build awareness of Taiwanese culture, food, and language in the Rutgers community while educating and empowering the next generation of our nation’s leaders. Through various cultural and social activities, TASA seeks to unify students of every background with an interest in celebrating Taiwanese culture.

• The United Black Council
  The purpose of this umbrella organization is to represent minorities with a focus on African, African-American and Afro-Caribbean student organizations of the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus. And to strengthen and unite the student organizations that represent the aforementioned communities. The United Black Council will serve as a liaison between the greater Rutgers community and administration, which will allow the UBC to serve as a strong representative to said communities.

• Vietnamese Student Association (VSA)
  The mission of the Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) at Rutgers University is to promote awareness and appreciation of Vietnamese culture. VSA is open to people of all cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds, and encourages any person who is interested in the Vietnamese culture to join. VSA serves to create culturally, socially, and educationally significant events that stimulate understanding among the Vietnamese people and their communities. Furthermore, VSA provides its members with an opportunity to interact and exchange ideas vital to the growth and prosperity of their communities. VSA offers guidance and provides a support network for all students. VSA is dedicated to serving the public through community service, and teaching the Vietnamese language and culture. 

• ΘΤ (Theta Tau)
  We are the omicron delta chapter of Theta Tau, the only co-ed professional engineering fraternity at Rutgers. Our pillars are brotherhood, professionalism, and community service, and we have many events to promote these events. Theta Tau hosts Interns Present during E-Week, and many brothers are on the Central Planning Team for RUDM. Additionally, our fraternity has a strong alumni network of many individuals who have been able to excel in their careers.