University of Tennessee Space Institute National Society of Black Engineers

WELCOME TO UTSI-NSBE!!!

Welcome to the website of the University of Tennessee Space Institute chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers! Come with us on a journey into space! The solar system is a fascinating place to explore, just like our chapter. During your adventure, you may choose to travel to any of our chosen locations in space. Below you will find a brief summary of the contents of each location. At any time during your travel if you get homesick or just simply wish to travel to a more exciting location, you may do so by pressing "Earth," which will bring you home. A site index at the bottom of each page will also help you navigate the solar system. Thank you for your interest in UTSI-NSBE! We hope you enjoy your flight!

Sun
The Sun is the center of the solar system, providing all of the planets with energy and direction. Travel to the Sun to leave our site and visit NSBE's national website. You may also access the Region 3 website by clicking here.

Mercury
The closest planet to the sun, Mercury is a speed demon, orbiting the sun once every 88 days. It is both hot and cold, with daytime temperatures of 620 degrees Fahrenheit, and nighttime temperatures of –280 degrees. It is a world of extremes that slows down for nobody. Like Mercury, UTSI-NSBE is on the go. Its members and the chapter have earned a variety of awards in recent years. Travel to Mercury to learn about UTSI-NSBE. You can also learn some background information about NSBE and it's mission at Mercury.

Venus
The second planet in the solar system, Venus is Earth’s nearest planetary neighbor and is one of the most easily visible planets from Earth. Because of its thick atmosphere, it is even hotter than Mercury and is so hot at the surface that it could melt lead. The only thing hotter than Venus is UTSI-NSBE’s calendar of events. Despite the fact that we are perhaps the smallest student chapter in NSBE, we are continually on the go, working for the advancement of the NSBE mission. Set a course for Venus to learn what is next on the UTSI-NSBE calendar!

Earth
Earth is home to all of us. Wherever you go in the solar system, you can always click on Earth to return to this page.

Moon
Of all the moons in the solar system, none are more special to us than the Moon of Earth. The Moon is the only place beyond the Earth that humans have ever visited and the day will come that people will settle on the Moon. It is a place for outreach and expansion. Similarly, UTSI-NSBE has expanded. Visit the Moon to learn about UTSI-NSBE’s NSBE Jr. expansion.

Mars
Mars is Earth’s next planetary neighbor traveling away from the sun. It has always been seen as a dry, barren, dusty world, but new data has revealed that Mars has large sources of water or hydrogen beneath its surface. Like a well-hidden secret, this resource is incredibly valuable to future human exploration of space. Another “hidden treasure” is UTSI. UTSI is a small graduate school in the middle of Tennessee, but it holds a wealth of opportunities as UTSI-NSBE members have learned. Everybody dreams of going to Mars and many are convinced that one day humanity will colonize the Red Planet. Perhaps the first step is to visit Mars and learn about UTSI-NSBE’s membership! Set a course for Mars for UTSI-NSBE members, executive board information, and to learn about UTSI.

Jupiter
Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system and is so big that 1,400 Earths could fit inside. One of the most interesting features about Jupiter is its giant red spot, a hurricane-like storm that is several times larger than Earth. Ever since we have had telescopes capable of looking closely enough, the storm has always been there, an image of order within chaos. Sometimes it seems chaotic trying to maintain an active chapter and get everything done with as small a membership as UTSI-NSBE. Our order within chaos is a tribute to proper planning and organization. Set a course for Jupiter to obtain chapter forms, or to view chapter minutes and NSBE and UTSI-NSBE governing documents, such as constitutions, by-laws, and long range plans.

Saturn
Saturn is perhaps the most striking of all planets in the solar system, due to its large network of rings. While all of the gas giants have rings, those of Saturn are the largest and easiest to see. Some of the most visible elements of our chapter are our many programs. Journey to Saturn to learn about UTSI-NSBE chapter programs.

Uranus
Uranus is one of the most interesting planets in the solar system. Relative to other worlds, it lies on its side with its axis tilted near that of the ecliptic plane, making it unique. We think it is a unique and precious thing when individuals, organizations, companies or other entities take an interest in NSBE and contribute to the success of NSBE chapters. Travel to Uranus for information about UTSI-NSBE sponsors.

Neptune

Neptune is the last of the gas giants. Depending on where Pluto is in its orbit, Neptune is also occasionally the most distant planet. In a sense, you could call it the solar system’s connection to what lies beyond. Visit Neptune for links beyond the UTSI-NSBE website.

Pluto
Pluto is the most distant planet in the solar system, but it is still a vital world. Similarly, our Alumni have left the Institute and many are far away, pursuing their careers. Yet they remain close to our hearts and are a continuing part of UTSI-NSBE. To learn about our Alumni, lay in a course for Pluto. Alumni should also travel to Pluto to update their information.

Site Index:

* NSBE National Website * About UTSI-NSBE * Calendar of Events * Home Page *

* NSBE Jr. * Membership and Executive Board * Governing Documents, Forms, and Minutes * Programs *

* Sponsors * Links * Chapter Alumni *

Questions or Comments?

Sun	The Sun is the center of the solar system, providing all of the planets with energy and direction. Travel to the Sun to leave our site and visit NSBE's national website. You may also access the Region 3 website by clicking here.
Mercury	The closest planet to the sun, Mercury is a speed demon, orbiting the sun once every 88 days. It is both hot and cold, with daytime temperatures of 620 degrees Fahrenheit, and nighttime temperatures of –280 degrees. It is a world of extremes that slows down for nobody. Like Mercury, UTSI-NSBE is on the go. Its members and the chapter have earned a variety of awards in recent years. Travel to Mercury to learn about UTSI-NSBE. You can also learn some background information about NSBE and it's mission at Mercury.
Venus	The second planet in the solar system, Venus is Earth’s nearest planetary neighbor and is one of the most easily visible planets from Earth. Because of its thick atmosphere, it is even hotter than Mercury and is so hot at the surface that it could melt lead. The only thing hotter than Venus is UTSI-NSBE’s calendar of events. Despite the fact that we are perhaps the smallest student chapter in NSBE, we are continually on the go, working for the advancement of the NSBE mission. Set a course for Venus to learn what is next on the UTSI-NSBE calendar!
Earth	Earth is home to all of us. Wherever you go in the solar system, you can always click on Earth to return to this page.
Moon	Of all the moons in the solar system, none are more special to us than the Moon of Earth. The Moon is the only place beyond the Earth that humans have ever visited and the day will come that people will settle on the Moon. It is a place for outreach and expansion. Similarly, UTSI-NSBE has expanded. Visit the Moon to learn about UTSI-NSBE’s NSBE Jr. expansion.
Mars	Mars is Earth’s next planetary neighbor traveling away from the sun. It has always been seen as a dry, barren, dusty world, but new data has revealed that Mars has large sources of water or hydrogen beneath its surface. Like a well-hidden secret, this resource is incredibly valuable to future human exploration of space. Another “hidden treasure” is UTSI. UTSI is a small graduate school in the middle of Tennessee, but it holds a wealth of opportunities as UTSI-NSBE members have learned. Everybody dreams of going to Mars and many are convinced that one day humanity will colonize the Red Planet. Perhaps the first step is to visit Mars and learn about UTSI-NSBE’s membership! Set a course for Mars for UTSI-NSBE members, executive board information, and to learn about UTSI.
Jupiter	Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system and is so big that 1,400 Earths could fit inside. One of the most interesting features about Jupiter is its giant red spot, a hurricane-like storm that is several times larger than Earth. Ever since we have had telescopes capable of looking closely enough, the storm has always been there, an image of order within chaos. Sometimes it seems chaotic trying to maintain an active chapter and get everything done with as small a membership as UTSI-NSBE. Our order within chaos is a tribute to proper planning and organization. Set a course for Jupiter to obtain chapter forms, or to view chapter minutes and NSBE and UTSI-NSBE governing documents, such as constitutions, by-laws, and long range plans.
Saturn	Saturn is perhaps the most striking of all planets in the solar system, due to its large network of rings. While all of the gas giants have rings, those of Saturn are the largest and easiest to see. Some of the most visible elements of our chapter are our many programs. Journey to Saturn to learn about UTSI-NSBE chapter programs.
Uranus	Uranus is one of the most interesting planets in the solar system. Relative to other worlds, it lies on its side with its axis tilted near that of the ecliptic plane, making it unique. We think it is a unique and precious thing when individuals, organizations, companies or other entities take an interest in NSBE and contribute to the success of NSBE chapters. Travel to Uranus for information about UTSI-NSBE sponsors.
Neptune	Neptune is the last of the gas giants. Depending on where Pluto is in its orbit, Neptune is also occasionally the most distant planet. In a sense, you could call it the solar system’s connection to what lies beyond. Visit Neptune for links beyond the UTSI-NSBE website.
Pluto	Pluto is the most distant planet in the solar system, but it is still a vital world. Similarly, our Alumni have left the Institute and many are far away, pursuing their careers. Yet they remain close to our hearts and are a continuing part of UTSI-NSBE. To learn about our Alumni, lay in a course for Pluto. Alumni should also travel to Pluto to update their information.