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Hello [firstname],
Welcome to the ASCE - Houston Branch newsletter of upcoming events, articles, jobs and more from our membership.
Calendar Events
PE Luncheon
Sponsor: Younger Members
Day: Wednesday 7-Nov-12 11:45 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: Terracon 11555 Clay Road, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77043
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Designing with Steel to Achieve the Optimal Retaining System and Load Bearing Capacity Foundation
Sponsor: Engineering Group at Skyline Steel
Day: Thursday 8-Nov-12 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Hilton Houston Post Oak – Houston, TX 2001 Post Oak Boulevard Houston, Texas 77056
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November Branch Meeting
Sponsor: : Rinker Materials - Concrete Pipe Division
Day: Tuesday 13-Nov-12 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: HESS Club 5430 Westheimer Road Houston, TX 77056
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December Branch Meeting
Sponsor: TBD
Day: Tuesday 18-Dec-12 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: St. Arnold's Brewery 2000 Lyons Avenue Houston, TX 77020
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Articles
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President's Message |
Election season is upon us. I hope you have been able to wade through the sea of political advertisements to find your way to a polling location to exercise your civic duty. Along with election season comes the season of giving thanks. I am thankful for many things: family, friends, colleagues, and job are at the forefront. Another thing I am thankful for is the current economic situation here in the Houston area, and I am especially thankful to be in this area at... [More Info]
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ASCE Houston to Unveil 2012 Houston Area Infrastructure Report Card |
Please join us this month as we release the first ever comprehensive Houston Area Infrastructure Report Card. Our goal is to highlight the importance of local infrastructure and identify areas of improvement. The focus of our study includes the Counties of Harris, Galveston, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Waller, Montgomery, Liberty, and Chambers as well as the Municipalities, Districts, Associations, Councils, and Partnerships within this geographical area. This local report card provides an unbiased... [More Info]
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November Branch Meeting Panel Discussion - Houston Area Infrastructure |
ASCE is releasing the first ever comprehensive Houston Area Infrastructure Report Card followed by a panel discussion moderated by Houston PBS Anchor / Producer Ernie Manouse. Invited panelists include Houston City Council Member Melissa Noriega, TxDOT Houston District Engineer Michael Alford, PE, Director of Community and Environmental Planning (H-GAC) Jeff Taebel, and Rice University Department of Economics Chairperson, Dr. Bryan W. Brown. Council Member Melissa Noriega... [More Info]
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November Branch Meeting Sponsor: Rinker Materials |
ASCE Houston Branch November Meeting Sponsor: Rinker Material's Concrete Pipe Divisionis a leading producer of concrete pipe and box culverts in the United States, including Rinker Stormceptor, a stormwater separator that efficiently removes sediments and hydrocarbons from stormwater run-off and stores the pollutants for safe and easy removal. Houston is home to the Rinker Materials Corporate Engineering staff, which gives Rinker the capability to handle a myriad of... [More Info]
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Younger Member's Report |
Fellow Younger Members, It's getting into that wonderful time of the year we call the holiday season and I hope you intend to include ASCE events on your calendar! Whether it's learning about requirements and strategies for the PE exam or just relaxing with some colleagues, I think we have the event for you. November News: PE Preparation Lunch: This next Wednesday, November 7th, the ASCE YM group is hosting the annual PE Luncheon Q&A at... [More Info]
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Future Cities Mentors Needed |
ASCE Members, There are many mentoring opportunities currently available for the 2013 Future Cities Competition held at San Jacinto College on January 13th. The Future City Competition is a national, project-based learning experience where students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade imagine, design, and build cities of the future. Students work as a team with an educator and engineer mentor to plan cities using SimCity™ 4 Deluxe software; research and write solutions to an... [More Info]
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Treasurer's Report |
The following are the account balances for the Houston Branch as of Oct 31, 2012 PayPal $ 6,729.91 Checking $ 8,159.74 CD $ 41,678.73 Savings $ 34,997.14 IF Checking $ 10,329.20 Total... [More Info]
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Membership Report |
ASCE Houston Branch Membership Report November 2012 Currently, adjusted assignments to the Houston Branch include 3239 members. 84% of all National renewals (2406 members) elected to pay their Texas Section Dues. Thank you for your strong ASCE participation! 2012-2013 ASCE Houston Branch Membership Report Report Date Total Assigned Membership Total National Dues Paid ... [More Info]
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Rare Designation Awarded to Houstonian Woodward L. Vogt |
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2012 RARE DESIGNATION AWARDED TO HOUSTONIAN Fewer than 250 worldwide Houston, Texas -- Woodward L. (Woody) Vogt, P.E., D. GE, F. ACI, F.ASCE, President of Paradigm Consultants, Inc., has been recognized by the American Society of Civil Engineers' Geo-Institute as a Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering. Considered one of the highest designations in geotechnical engineering, there are fewer than 250 engineers... [More Info]
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Toys for Tots |
Marine Corps Reserve TOYS FOR TOTS December Charity In conjunction with our December Branch Meeting we will be raising funds and toys for the Marine Corps Reserve TOYS FOR TOTS! With the economy, unemployment, and the local tri-county fire, the need is even greater this year. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for any age, infant through high school. This organization does not accept food products, liquids, or realistic looking guns. Checks made out to Toys for Tots and... [More Info]
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Important Monthly Branch Meeting Information |
Meeting Registration Reminder - Please remember to pre-pay on our website (www.ascehouston.org) before the registration deadline for each meeting. We are extremely grateful to our members who regularly attend meetings and support the Branch. Our first priority is to ensure that each member has a hospitable and rewarding experience that fosters networking and professional development opportunities. There are many logistical challenges associated with coordinating regular monthly... [More Info]
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November Trivia |
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Jobs
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Engineered Wood Promotion Specialist --new |
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Company: APA-The Engineered Wood Association |
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Engineered Wood Promotion Specialist Houston Area APA-The Engineered Wood Association is the leading, industry... [More Info] |
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Civil Engineer |
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Company: Burgess & Niple |
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Burgess & Niple Burgess & Niple (B&N) is a multidiscipline engineering/architectural firm. We are a recognized leader in... [More Info] |
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Project Manager |
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Company: Cardno TBE |
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Overview: Serves as Project Manager for Subsurface Utility Engineering and Utility Coordination projects. Responsible... [More Info] |
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STRUCTURAL ENGINEER |
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Company: Shelmark Engineering LLC |
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Looking for that ideal position with interesting projects, without the big city commute and to retire in a family oriented company?... [More Info] |
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