ABOUT US
OUR IMPACT
180DC at Carnegie Mellon University is committed to providing high-quality, pro-bono consulting services to local non-profit organizations as well as others in the social impact sector. Following with Carnegie's long standing legacy of combative social change, our team is eager to continue and build upon that legacy through developing innovative and practical solutions, and thus results, for our clients.
OUR CORE VALUES
Through our consulting services, we further social good by strategizing innovative solutions for the social sector. We are focused on positive transformation as we work to turn challenges into opportunities and ideas into reality. By leveraging our members' diverse backgrounds and experiences we are committed to delivering high-quality work to our clients and -in turn- their communities.
Innovation
We strive to become true partners for our clients. We take a co-creation approach to our solution-building as we work alongside them to reach their goals. As a club, we are constantly collaborating with other clubs, 180 DC branches, and companies to learn new skills, redefine practices, and gain more insights into consulting. We know that creativity is best formed with diverse backgrounds where ideas are tested and reformed.
Collaboration
A frequent word used to describe CMU 180 DC is family. This is because we are fostering a tight-knit community that is caring, supportive, and driven by social impact. Outside of projects, you can find us spending time together on and off campus whether that will be our socials, group dinners, or big-little dates. We want to establish relationships that will last a lifetime.
Community
Our members are driven to learn about new ideas and topics. Through our consulting projects, members are able to make a significant difference, exercise real leadership, gain work experience, and get professional training. We provide all members with training focused on professional development so they can excel. We have sent our social-impact students to launch careers in fields such as consulting, investment banking, sales & trading, product management, and software engineering
Intellectual Curiosity
OUR COMMUNITY
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OUR ALUMNI NETWORK
MEMBER TESTIMONIALS
Emilie He, Class of 2026
Being a part of CMU 180DC has been the spring board to my success. Not only can you make true positive impact on Pittsburgh, the learning opportunities are real and unparalleled. Working with the local community and other 180 members has also inspired me to continue working hard and chasing passions. The mentorship within 180 has carried me throughout my college experience, and I don’t know where I’d be without my mentors.
Tiffany Zheng, Class of 2027
CMU 180DC has given me the unique opportunity to bridge my skills in finance, product design, and data analysis. The relationships I’ve built with both clients and mentors have been instrumental in guiding my academic interests and shaping my professional aspirations. Leading projects and working alongside such motivated, collaborative teammates has shown me how creativity, strategic thinking, and empathy can come together to drive meaningful change. 180DC has not only expanded my skill set and industry knowledge, but has also given me the tools, connections, and confidence to pursue opportunities that align with both my career goals and my passion for community empowerment.
Jash Desai, Class of 2028
Being part of 180DC at CMU has allowed me to combine my interest in problem-solving with my passion for creating positive change. Collaborating with motivated peers and working closely with non-profits has broadened my perspective on impact, strategy, and community. What I value most is the culture, a family of people who are not only committed to delivering results but also to supporting one another every step of the way. This shared commitment to driving meaningful social impact makes 180DC an inspiring community to be part of.
