Meet the 2025 Participating
Student Organizations

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

American Institute of Chemical Engineers

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

American Society of
Civil Engineers

Mission Statement

Founded in 2014 through a collaborative spark between the University of Texas at San Antonio student chapters of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), the Engineering Barbecue Cook-Off has grown into a flagship, multidisciplinary fundraiser that unites the entire UTSA engineering community.

This annual event brings together students from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Engineers Without Borders (EWB), American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). It's more than a cook-off—it's a celebration of engineering culture, community, and collaboration. Our mission is to foster a vibrant and inclusive environment where engineering students—from all disciplines and backgrounds—can connect with industry professionals, explore career opportunities, and celebrate their shared passion for engineering.

11th Annual Engineering BBQ Leadership Team

Antonio Maldonado
Lead Coordinator

Erin McNeill
Second Lead Coordinator

Christopher Huseman
ASME President

Natalie Landsem
ASCE President

American Society of
Civil Engineers
(ASCE)

The mission of the UTSA Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is to promote fellowship, leadership, and engineering professionalism among its members through active participation in chapter activities, technical development, and community service. Our chapter is dedicated to encouraging collaboration with other student and professional organizations, and creating opportunities for career advancement through networking with industry professionals.

Established in 1989, UTSA ASCE has grown into one of the most active organizations within the College of Engineering. The chapter hosts licensed Professional Engineers at bi-weekly meetings and engages students in hands-on engineering competitions, including the AISC Steel Bridge and ASCE Concrete Canoe. These experiences empower student members to work as a team, apply classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios, and compete against peer institutions nationwide, enhancing both their educational and professional journeys.

Daniel O. Gomez
ASCE President

Christopher Huseman
ASME President

American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME)

ASME at UTSA cultivates aspiring engineering students by emphasizing accountability, integrity, and excellence through skill training, professional engineering etiquette, and the pursuit of licenses and certifications. This approach ensures students gain formal experience in real-world problem-solving, leveraging knowledge both inside and outside the lecture hall. ASME at UTSA adheres to national organization standards to maintain credibility and provide mentorship guidance, while also aligning with regional standards set by the ASME San Antonio chapter. This alignment promotes local events, conferences, and evaluations, fostering the development of future Roadrunner Engineers.

Christopher Huseman
ASME President

Engineers Without
Borders
(EWB)

Engineers Without Borders is a non-profit humanitarian organization established to support community-driven development programs worldwide through the design and implementation of sustainable engineering projects.

Braden Bailliet
EWB President

Institue of Transportation Engineers
(ITE)

ITE is a Student Chapter aimed to promote the advancement of transportation and traffic engineering by fostering the close association of students with the transportation and traffic engineering profession and the Institute; to acquaint students with topics of interest in transportation and traffic engineering through the medium of competent speakers and of Chapter-sponsored trips; to foster the development of professional spirit, to promote common interests among students and to encourage the enhancement and optimization of facilities for transportation and traffic engineering study. The funds raised by this event will foster the upcoming Transportation engineers and help inform and equip our members with the proper Tools and opportunities to succeed as a future engineer.

Gabriella Salinas-Vega
ITE President

American Institute of Chemical Engineers

(AIChE)

AIChE at UTSA is a student-led organization which fosters a secure, united, and diverse student community. We strive to enable positive change by empowering progress and applying our knowledge to address societal challenges sustainably. Our organization hopes to positively influence the chemical engineers on our campus by providing experiences to support and empower them throughout their careers

Valerie Byishimo
ITE President

Matthew Moreno
AIChE President

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)

The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the professional level is an organization dedicated to furthering innovation and enthusiasm in aviation. It accomplishes these goals by gathering professionals from all aerospace companies from around the world to collaborate on the most cutting edge challenges.

The UTSA student chapter furthers this mission by welcoming students of all majors to engage in unique and engaging professional development opportunities. These opportunities are tailored to helping members find their dream role in the aerospace field, gather key skills sought after by companies, and enhance their professional image. This is accomplished by bringing guest speakers from a variety of aerospace backgrounds, providing opportunities to engage with the aerospace and local STEM K-12 community and tours of Texas aerospace facilities, as well as student-led projects such as Design/Build/Fly and much more.

We at AIAA UTSA are dedicated to the success of each individual member, because above all else, our mission is to bring more Roadrunners into the rewarding field of Aerospace!