The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) exposes students to the sciences of heating, ventilation, refrigerating, air-conditioning and related human factors. The group schedules tours, speakers, mentoring opportunities with the local Nebraska ASHRAE Chapter and a trip to the national ASHRAE conference regularly.
If interested in joining the ASHRAE student group please email uno.ashrae@gmail.com
Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)
Contact: Clarence Waters
Organization: Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)
Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI) promotes knowledge regarding the profession of architectural engineering by study, research, and discussion of the AE field with speakers, tours, and trips to the national AEI conference. AEI also encourages the interaction of students to share their education and experiences within the AE field and provides valuable communication between students and professions in the field.
Architectural Engineering Student Leadership and Advisory Committee (AESLAC)
The Architectural Engineering Student Leadership and Advisory Committee’s purpose is to oversee the Architectural Engineering Program, student activities, and other concerns of its students. In addition, the committee represents architectural engineering students to the faculty, to the program director, and to the citizens of Nebraska. We strive for the betterment of the Architectural Engineering program, both through academic excellence and the creation of an enriched cocurricular environment.
Please reach out to aeslac@unl.edu or visit our Presence page for more information.
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Contact: Matt Barrows (Lincoln)
Organization: Nebraska Chapter
Please email President Wyatt Cassidy with interest.
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI)
The objective of the chapter is to encourage and inform the students in reducing earthquake risk by advancing the science and practice of earthquake engineering by improving understanding of the impact of earthquakes on the physical, social, economic, political and cultural environment, and by advocating comprehensive and realistic measures for reducing the harmful effects of earthquakes.
Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNU)
This student chapter of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America believes in enrichment of the aspiring lighting designer beyond the scope of the classroom. The goals of IESNU include promoting responsible and quality lighting design, developing a network of support and educational resources to students interested in lighting, and participating in regional and national events. Hosting events such as professional web seminars and software workshops, IESNU has big plans for the future.
Mechanical Contractors Association of Omaha
Contacts: Alexis Brown • Organization e-mail
Organization: MCA Omaha
This student organization, which is the first of its kind in the United States, was developed during the fall semester of 1997. It receives support from three parent professional societies: The American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE); Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA); and National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). Students participate in field trips, national conferences and innovative projects. The students developed the first HVAC working laboratory in the nation. Other universities have since used our ideal to develop their own laboratories.
Membership is open to students from any major.
National Association of Home Builders Student Chapter (NAHB)
To provide students in building related fields such as construction management, engineering and architecture, and real estate an opportunity to learn more about residential building through membership in the industry's largest trade association.
Sigma Lambda Chi
Contacts: Kelli Kopocis • Terry Stentz
Organization: http://www.slc-intl.org/
Sigma Lambda Chi
International Honor Society for Construction
Omicron Chapter
113 Nebraska Hall
College of Engineering
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0500
Ella Falk – Chapter President 2023-2025
Dr. Kelli Kopocis – Faculty Co-advisor Email: kellikopocis@unl.edu
Dr. Terry Stentz – Faculty Co-advisor Email: tstentz1@unl.edu
This is an international honorary society for outstanding students graduating from construction programs at over 60 universities in the United States. The UNL Chapter was one of the first five established in the late 1960s and has been active in promoting the local academic program and providing tutorial assistance to students in need of academic assistance.
UNL Theme Park Design Group
Contacts: Dan Novy (Advisor) • B Littman (President) • Karson Swartzbaugh (Treasurer) • Gracie Kerr
