Howdy! While attending Texas A&M on my path to becoming a civil engineer, I went to serve my military obligation in Austin for one weekend each month and was occasionally fortunate enough to get to go home and sleep in my own bed when we were not headed to the field. On one such weekend, my mom had cut an article out of the newspaper run by one of the local engineering organizations for Engineers Week. It was a full page advertisement that stated, You Can't... [More Info]
Bill Marcuson received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the Citadel, Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University and Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University. He joined the staff of the USACE Waterways Experiment Station in 1970. His research focused on soil behavior related to geotechnical problems, seismic design and analysis of embankment dams and seismically-induced liquefaction of soils.... [More Info]
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Fugro Consultants, Inc. serves the base of traditional geotechnical services and promotes the advancement of geo-consulting specialties in the oil and gas, mining, energy and nuclear, transportation, coastal and nearshore, water, federal, and commercial and institutional market sectors. Our practice includes 1,100 professional, technical and support staff, 40 offices including Calgary and Alaska, locations throughout the U.S., and... [More Info]
Engineers Week is Right Around the Corner! Attached below is a registration form for the E-Week Events. HoustonBusiness Journal Supplement Distributed- February 5, 2012 (Sunday) Young Engineers Award Recognition Dinner- February 20, 2012 (Monday, 6:00 p.m. - Social, 7:00 p.m. - Dinner), Treebeard's Restaurant, 315 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002 Outstanding Engineering Student Recognition Luncheon- February 21, 2012 (Tuesday,... [More Info]
Dr. Jerry R. Rogers, Ph.D, P.E., Diplomate Water Resources Engineer, Distinguished Member ASCE is a Past President of the Houston Branch and a Past National Vice President of ASCE (2001-2003). On December 20, 2011, Dr. Rogers was selected as a 2012 University of Arkansas College of Engineering Distinguished Alumnus. His selection will be announced at the University of Arkansas College of Engineering Alumni Awards Banquet on Saturday, April 21, 2012.
Attention All Artists Yes, you. We understand that some, but not all, of us engineers have a creative or even an artistic streak. Art League Houston is exploring a potential series of art shows for artists that have a day job in a technical field. If you are an artist in your spare time and are interested in participating in an art show, please contact Suzanne Wright, swright@LJAengineering.com. The Art League is interested in expanding the recognition of talented artists... [More Info]
Fellow Younger Members, Thank you to everyone who participated in January's events. Recap Bowling Night: On Thursday, January 19th, from 5:30 to 7:30 the Younger Member group hosted a bowling night with WTS at 300 Houston Bowling Lanes. About 18 members came out to show off their skills and have a great time doing it. Reliant Stadium Tour: On Thursday, February 2nd we took a tour of Reliant Stadium. We had a great tour guide who showed us... [More Info]
Currently, adjusted assignments to the Houston Branch include 3191 members. 85% of all National renewals (2414 members) elected to pay their Texas Section Dues. Thank you for your strong ASCE participation! 2011-2012 ASCE Houston Branch Membership Report Report Date Total Assigned Membership Total National Dues Paid Total Section... [More Info]
ASCE Houston Branch Sponsors Wanted!!! Deadlines for sponsorship are approaching! If your company is interested in sponsoring the ASCE Houston Branch, please fill out the form below and mail/email the requested information to the addresses shown on the form. The advertising fee for the 2012 calendar year is only $150. As an online sponsor, a link to your company home page as well as a brief company description will be placed on the ASCE Houston website. ASCE... [More Info]
Texas Pledge - This year ASCE is reciting the Texas Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of meetings in addition to the American Pledge of Allegiance and the invocation. Because many of our members are unfamiliar with the Texas Pledge, we have included the words below. Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
January was the first branch meeting at Smith & Wollensky for lunch, and it was the first month that ASCE Houston required on-line prepayment. Everything went well and we were at room capacity for the event. Based on the turnout from last month, we recommend that you register early for the February 21st meeting. As you are registering for the meetings, please note that if you do not pay online and receive an emailed confirmation of payment, you will not have a guaranteed seat... [More Info]
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