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7 An interview with Dr. Karl ReidExecutive Director of the National Society of Black Engineers The National Society of Black Engineers NSBE has over 31000 members. Its mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically succeed professionally and positively impact the community. The organization is committed to expanding the pool of engineering talent from communities of color from around the world through innovative programs targeted at K-12 grades college students and professionals. Karl Reid has been a leading advocate for low-income and minority youth to increase their access to college for over 15 years. Prior to NSBE Reid was senior vice president of research innovation and member college engagement at the United Negro College Fund. Before that he was associate dean of undergraduate education and director of the Office of Minority Education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology MIT where he also earned his Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees in Materials Science and Engineering. Reid went on to receive a Doctorate of Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In addition to his work in education and nonprofits he also worked for IBM. What Works for The Underrepresented The Power of Role Models