Student Organizations

Construction Management

Sigma Lambda Chi - (SLC) is the student honor society recognizing outstanding students locally and internationally for their academic accomplishments as a construction major. The local chapter at the Department of Construction Management in East Carolina University is Iota-II. Our chapter was chartered in 1986 and has 553 members, 63 of which are current students.

East Carolina Construction Association - (ECCA) is the umbrella organization of the student chapters of NAHB, AGC and AIC at the Department of Construction Management in East Carolina University. Currently we have nearly 200 members.

Engineering

Engineering Ambassadors - Engineering Ambassadors is a special group of students who work on service projects to the department, the college, and the community. This group leads tours for prospective students, visits regional high schools, and performs similar outreach activities. Students build their leadership, involvement, and speaking skills through this program.

Institute of Industrial Engineers - The East Carolina University Chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE) is an organization open to all students but is primarily focused on the Engineering Management and Systems Engineering concentrations. The objective of the Chapter is to provide students with outside resources to develop their future professional careers. Also, it is a way in which students can get to know each other better outside of the classroom. The highlight of the IIE year is the Student Regional Conference held annually. Historically, participation each year has been excellent.

Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) - The SME chapter is operated in cooperation of the technology programs. Students in this program work closely with manufacturing professionals in the state and the region. The society conducts an active program of plant tours and industry speakers.

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and ECU Motorsports - The SAE chapter provides the opportunity to learn about the automotive industry and build a Baja car through ECU Motorsports. ECU Motorsports coordinates and manages the design and building of the Baja car and the participation in the SAE Baja competition.

Professional Engineers of North Carolina - Professional registration is essential to the career growth of practicing engineers and this student society focuses on building knowledge and expertise in this critical aspect of an engineering career. The group has close ties with the local and state organizations.

ROTC Program - Engineering students may participate in the Army ROTC or Air Force ROTC Programs. Military careers can be very rewarding and fulfilling to engineering students. Plus it is possible to defray some expenses of your BS degree.