What is BMES?

Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) is a student-led organization that helps promote the growth and interest of biomedical engineering. We aim to create a welcoming and encouraging environment along with making connections and professional development.

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What We Do

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Professional Development

  • Guest Speakers & Industry Panels

  • Resume, Interview, LinkedIn, Digital Portfolio Workshops

  • Guidance on joining research labs and connecting with professors

Hands-On Experience

  • Personal and professional introduction to professors on campus who lead research labs

  • Bioengineering Symposium

  • Interaction and immersion with students who work on real-world research/experience

Facility & Industry Exposure

  • On-campus research lab tours

  • Industry Tours

    • Medical Devices

    • Biomechanics & clinical environments

    • Prosthetics

  • Industry Night

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Why join BMES?

Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.

2026-2027 Exec Board

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    Kristianna Quijote

    PRESIDENT

    “As the President of BMES, I am committed to creating opportunities for the next generation of Biomedical engineers. As BMES President, I’m determined to build a community at SDSU where students feel supported, inspired, and empowered to reach their goals.”

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    Madeline MacDonald

    VICE PRESIDENT

    “My name is Madeline MacDonald and I am the current Vice President for the Biomedical Engineering Society chapter at San Diego State University! My goals as Vice President include strengthening the community within the chapter, expanding networking and industry connections, and ensuring members are exposed to the wide range of opportunities available in biomedical engineering!”

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    Emma Parsons

    TREASURER

    “As Treasurer, I plan to keep BMES’s finances organized and make sure our funding is being used responsibly and effectively. By creating clear budgets, keeping track of spending, and making thoughtful financial decisions, we can put our money toward events and opportunities that benefit our members the most.”

  • Jamila Pangilinan

    SECRETARY

    “As secretary for BMES, I plan to organize more resources and connections for bioengineering students to better prepare our members to secure successful careers after college!”

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    Nia Smaczniak

    OUTREACH

    “Hi everyone! This year for BMES I hope to plan fun social events to accompany our professional development events, as well as hopefully collab with BMES at UCSD to learn more what they have to offer!”

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    Dr. Karen May-Newman

    ADVISOR