Student groups

Find a group

CSE student groups fall into the following categories:

• Competitive teams—Compete against other universities in design challenges
• Fraternities/sororities—Join a social or professional fraternal group
• Honor societies—Gain recognition for academic excellence
• Leadership—Showcase leadership skills through volunteer opportunities, special events, and student government
• Professional organizations—Network with students and professionals in your field
• Project-based—Research, design, and build in interdisciplinary teams
• Special interest—Make the college and our world a better place

With more than 90 student groups in the College of Science and Engineering and more than 1,000 student groups throughout the University of Minnesota, it’s easy to find your niche.

Student groups will help you connect what you are learning in your classes with real-life experiences. Plus, it’s a great way to balance your University experience. By participating in a student group, you can network with other students, become a leader as an officer in a group, build teamwork and leadership skills, and make a difference in your community, all of which look great on a resume.

It’s easy! Just look through the categories listed, find CSE groups you are interested in, connect via email, and get involved.

Competitive Teams

American Society of Civil Engineers–Concrete Canoe

Designs a functional, competition-ready concrete canoe and gives students hands-on experience in leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills. For more information, contact [email protected].

Material Advantage–Bladesmithing Team:

Uses the fundamentals of engineering and materials science to design and forge a competition blade from start to finish. This process provides students opportunities to problem-solve, collaborate, and conduct research with up-close observation and hands-on blacksmithing. For more information, contact [email protected].

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)/Gopher Motorsports

Applies classroom training and knowledge in a real-world, practical application by designing, manufacturing, testing, and driving two open-wheeled-style race car for competition. One of the cars is powered by an internal combustion engine, and the other by a fully electric powertrain. For more information, contact [email protected].

University of Minnesota Robotics

University of Minnesota Rocket Team

Builds and launches a reusable rocket with a scientific or engineering payload to one mile above ground level; engages students in scientific research and real-world engineering processes with NASA engineers. For more information, contact [email protected].

University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project (UMNSVP)

Researches, designs, and constructs a solar vehicle every two years to compete in the World Solar Challenge. For more information, contact [email protected].

Fraternities/Sororities

Alpha Chi Sigma–Beta Chapter (AXS)

Provides a fraternal organization for students in the chemical sciences. For more information, contact [email protected].

Alpha Sigma Kappa–Women in Technical Studies

Supports women who are pursuing studies in technical fields including the sciences, math, engineering, and architecture. For more information, contact [email protected].

Kappa Eta Kappa–Beta Chapter

Builds community for students in CSE as a professional, co-ed engineering fraternity that values a balance between academic excellence and social interactions, provides opportunities for networking, leadership, scholarships, and building life-long relations. For more information, contact [email protected].

Triangle Fraternity

Provides a community for men majoring in architecture, engineering, and science. For more information, contact [email protected].

Honor Societies

Eta Kappa Nu–Omicron Chapter

Encourages and rewards outstanding students in electrical and computer engineering. For more information, contact [email protected].

Tau Beta Pi

Elects outstanding engineering students to be part of an honor society focused on academic excellence, public service, and fun. For more information, contact [email protected].

Tau Sigma

University Honors Student Association (UHSA)

Represents the student voice for the University Honors Program dedicated to providing and promoting a wide variety of programming related to community building, professional and intellectual development, community engagement, and leadership development. For more information, contact [email protected].

Leadership

CSE First Year Mentor Program

Plumb Bob Honorary Leadership Society

Plans, organizes, and hosts CSE Week, a week full of events designed to promote CSE, its student groups, and sponsors. For more information, contact [email protected].

Science and Engineering Student Board (SESB)

Serves as the student governing body for CSE, advocates for students, and facilitates social and community involvement. For more information, contact [email protected].

Professional Organizations

American Chemical Society (ACS)

Promotes knowledge and interest in chemistry through group meetings, community outreach events, informational sessions with professional chemists, and social events. For more information, contact [email protected].

American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)

Builds community by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values. For more information, contact [email protected].

American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA)

Provides a social and academic community for students in the aerospace engineering program. For more information, contact [email protected].

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE)

Helps chemical engineering students with class scheduling and employment, and organizes social events. For more information, contact [email protected].

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

Offers students opportunities to interact with practicing engineers and become exposed to social, technical, and professional events. For more information, contact [email protected].

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Promotes and enhances technical competency and professional well-being of members through mechanical engineering programs and activities. For more information, contact [email protected].

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Advances the arts, sciences, and applications of information technology. For more information, contact [email protected].

Association for Computing Machinery for Women (ACM-W)

Supports, celebrates, and advocates for the engagement of women in all aspects of the computing field. For more information, contact [email protected].

Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES)

Promotes the biomedical engineering profession and provides academic, professional, and social programs. For more information, contact [email protected].

Food and Bioproducts Engineering Organization: TAPPI Student Chapter

Tackles various environmental challenges and provides an opportunity for students interested in bioproducts and biosystems engineering to learn about and tour bioproducts industries. For more information, contact [email protected].

IEEE Women in Engineering

Connects women in electrical and computer engineering fields and promotes engagement of women in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. For more information, contact [email protected].

Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Organizes networking opportunities, presentations by engineering firms, job fairs, tutorials, and social events for students. For more information, contact [email protected].

Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)

Focuses on building academic, professional, and networking skills among industrial engineering students and friends through study groups, workshops, and site visits. For more information, contact [email protected].

Material Advantage

Promotes materials science and engineering in both the academic and industry settings and provides experiences outside the University through volunteering, competitions, tours, and social events. For more information, contact [email protected].

National Organization of Business and Engineering (NOBE)

Unites business, management, and engineering and strives to develop leadership and professional skills. For more information, contact [email protected].

National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE)

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

Works to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. For more information, contact [email protected].

National Society of Black Physicists

oSTEM @ Minnesota

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) is a national society dedicated to educating and fostering leadership for LGBTQIA+ communities in the STEM fields. For more information, contact [email protected].

Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)

Aims to further the success of Chicano/Hispanic and Native American students in obtaining advanced degrees, careers, leadership positions, and equality in the STEM field. For more information, contact [email protected].

Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE)

Prepares Asian heritage scientists and engineers for success in the global business world; celebrate diversity on campuses and in the workplace. For more information, contact: [email protected].

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)

Promotes the development of Hispanics in engineering, science, and other technical professions to achieve educational excellence, economic opportunity, and social equity. For more information, contact [email protected].

Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration

Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

Supports and encourages women in science and engineering fields through leadership opportunities, outreach experiences, community involvement, and professional development. For more information, contact [email protected].

Undergraduate Women and Gender Minorities in Mathematics (WiM)

Promotes an increased knowledge of the mathematical sciences and the contributions of women in the field. Mentors and encourages women and girls as they prepare for careers in the mathematical sciences. Visit contact [email protected].

Project-based

Copter Club

Pulls together the materials and knowledge to build safe, functional multi-rotors for competitions, experience, and fun. For more information, contact [email protected].

Design U

Provides members with the opportunity to engage in fast-paced, interdisciplinary, hands-on design work modeled after a real product design firm. For more information, contact [email protected].

Engineers Without Borders

Partners with disadvantaged communities around the world to improve the quality of life through environmentally and economically sustainable engineering projects. For more information, contact [email protected].

Liquid Propellant Rocketry Development

Exists to explore advanced technologies and techniques in rocketry, focusing on propulsion and flight. For more information, contact [email protected].

Tesla Works

Provides tools and resources to students who want to bring their ideas to reality and build remarkable projects. For more information, contact [email protected].

Special Interest

Actuary Club at UMN

Informs students about the actuary profession and helps those interested in pursuing an actuarial career path. For more information, contact [email protected].

AI Club

Advocates for the ethical use of AI with the overarching goal of serving the common good of humanity by fostering a sense of belonging for students interested in AI and computer science. For more information contact [email protected].

AI Innovators Society

Work on artificial intelligence related projects with like-minded students! For more information, contact [email protected].

App Developers

Promotes discussion around computer science problems and idea sharing about developing apps by students interested in programming apps. For more information, contact [email protected].

Astronomy Club

Promotes interest and education in astronomy and related space science. Visit the For more information, contact [email protected].

AWS Cloud Club @ UMN

Committed to making cloud technology accessible to all, we discuss a wide range of cloud-based topics, host industry speakers from AWS and beyond, and organize fun fellowship events. For more information, contact [email protected].

Code the Gap

Seeks to encourage participation of historically underrepresented groups in STEM fields, offering unique perspectives and representing the innovativeness and the needs of all communities equally. [email protected]

Data Science Club

Aims to empower students with knowledge, skills and practical experience to excel in this dynamic field through guest speakers, competitions, networking and fun. For more information, contact [email protected].

Engineering World Health (EWH)

Participates in activities such as designing novel medical technologies for developing countries, repairing medical equipment, and competing in a design competition. For more information, contact [email protected].

Gopher Graphics

Fostering discussions and exploration in computer graphics, VR, 3D modeling, and animation. For more information contact, [email protected].

Interdisciplinary Transportation Student Organization (ITSO)

Creates transportation communities on campus, connects students with professionals, and raises awareness of transportation issues. For more information, contact [email protected].

Math Club

Meets weekly to learn about interesting math topics and interact through fun math games. For more information, contact [email protected].

Minnesota Environmental Engineers, Scientists, and Enthusiasts (MEESE)

Explore careers in environmental engineering and similar fields while meeting other like-minded students. For more information, contact [email protected].

Minorities in Tech 

Assist underrepresented students pursuing careers in STEM fields in obtaining internships and jobs at major tech companies by providing resources for solving Leetcode problems, mock interviews, and resume reviews. For more information, contact [email protected].  

Product Design Minnesota (PDM)

Provides a community in which students can engage in product design, learn about the idea generation process, refine skills outside of class, and join our community of product designers. For more information, contact [email protected].

SEVA

Committed to expressing the principle of Seva, selfless service, by fighting for a world where no one lacks access to clean water. For more information, contact: [email protected].

Society of Physics Students

Connects students who are interested in physics and organizes social activities and outreach programs. For more information, contact [email protected].

Students for the Exploration and Development of Space

Connects students who are interested in space disciplines with the resources and information they need to succeed. For more information, contact [email protected].

Tech Horizons

The club aims to provide opportunities for students to explore unique and versatile career options that extend beyond traditional computing professions. It seeks to demonstrate what students can achieve with skills in technology.  For more information contact, [email protected].

UMN Kernel Object

Informs students about practices and conventions of kernel-based software development and opportunities to engage with low-level computing architecture. For more information, contact [email protected].

Undergraduate Consulting Club

Provides opportunities to learn about the consulting industry, engage with leading consulting professionals, and explore companies and the services they provide. For more information, contact [email protected].

Undergraduate Women in Physics and Astronomy

Working to provide a safe and fun environment for women and gender minorities interested in physics and astrophysics to connect. For more information, contact [email protected].

University of Minnesota Blockchain

Teach students about blockchain technologies and participate in blockchain-focused events and hackathons. For more information contact, [email protected].

University of Minnesota Geological Society (GeoClub)

Sponsors events to encourage students to become involved in the earth sciences community and provides information about research opportunities and field experiences. For more information, contact [email protected].

Video Game Development Club

Instructs, teaches, and builds video games through workdays and seminars from professors and professionals, with goals to improve the level of game discourse and creation at the University. For more information, contact [email protected].

Women of Color in STEM

Provides social activities/events, opportunities to express and explore different cultures, K-12 outreach opportunities, and relationships with local communities for students in STEM majors who identify as women of color. For more information, contact [email protected].