Post-Conference Events
| Saturday, October 31 | |
| 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Order of the Engineer Ceremony |
| 10:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Younger Member Leadership Symposium |
| 10:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Editors' Workshop |
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
International Roundtable: Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure for Economic Growth |
| 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. | International Luncheon |
| 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Presidents and Governors Forum |
| 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | |
Sunday, November 1 |
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| 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | |
| 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Leadership Webinar: The 7 Qualities of Effective Leaders |
See below for more details on the International Program
Saturday, October 31
Order of the Engineer Ceremony
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
ASCE 2009 President D. Wayne Klotz, P.E., D.WRE, F.ASCE, ASCE 2010 President Blaine D. Leonard, P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE, and ASCE Executive Director Patrick J. Natale, P.E., F.ASCE invite you to participate in the Order of the Engineer Ceremony. The Order of the Engineer was initiated in the United States to foster a spirit of pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and experience, and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer—a stainless steel ring. Over 3,500 engineers have participated in ASCE led Ring Ceremonies since the summer of 2003. Participants will take the Obligation of the Engineer and receive a certificate and stainless steel ring. Any engineer is eligible for induction if he or she has graduated from an ABET-accredited engineering program or holds a license as a Professional Engineer. Students enrolled in ABET-accredited engineering degree programs are eligible if they are within two academic terms of graduation. Please note that inductees must register by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30.
Registration Fee: $25 for induction (no fee to observe the ceremony)
Younger Member Leadership Symposium
10:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The Younger Member Leadership Symposium (YMLS), which will be held Saturday, October 31, at the conclusion of the Annual Conference, presents an opportunity for Society members 35 years of age and under to enhance their professional and interpersonal skill sets through a variety of interactive and instructive exercises. The YMLS will show you how to “Integrate Your Engineering Skills for a Better You.” Tentative sessions include: Transitioning from a technical professional to a management professional, how to conduct an interview, and new topics from Solange Dao, P.E., the Civil Engineer, inspirational speaker, and entrepreneur whose joint session was a hit at the YMLS in Orlando. We will also welcome the 2009 Daniel W. Mead Prize winning author to present on “Is it ethical for a Civil Engineer to relax design standards to achieve a sustainable design?” Younger Members will also learn about the Committee on Younger Members and resources available to individuals and Section/Branch Younger Member Groups. Attendees will also have an opportunity to meet and network with other Younger Members from around the country, learn about Committee on Younger Members activities and resourses, compare notes on challenges/successes, and recognize the recipients of the 2009 Younger Member Awards.
Be sure to sign up for the YMLS with your Younger Member Conference registration. If you can only be in Kansas City on Saturday, October 31, please come for the YMLS only. Both options include lunch. We look forward to seeing you there!
Moderator: Marie Maly, P.E., M.ASCE, The Schemmer Associates
Presented By: Committee for Younger Members (CYM)
Registration Fee: Complimentary
10:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This workshop provides a forum for the chief editors of ASCE's journals to discuss publishing opportunities, seek solutions to ongoing challenges, share experiences, discuss any pending issues, and celebrate theire accomplishments.
Presidents and Governors Forum
1:00 – 6:00 p.m.
This Forum is a must for Section/Branch Presidents and Region Governors. Interact with other Section/Branch Presidents and Region Governors from around the nation where you will receive information and participate in discussions on government and communication outreach efforts, ASCE policies and initiatives, and emerging topics that are applicable in your professional world as well as impacting your Section, Branch, or Region. Roundtable discussions will allow for an opportunity to collaborate and discuss best practices and lessons learned, while expanding your ASCE knowledge and supporting your leadership role. ASCE's 2010 President Blaine D. Leonard, P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE, 2010 President-Elect Kathy Caldwell, P.E., M.ASCE, and ASCE Executive Director Patrick J. Natale, P.E., F.ASCE, will provide attendees with their insights on the future of ASCE and field your questions or concerns as a Section, Branch, or Region leader.
Registration Fee: $75 (for Saturday and Sunday)
Sunday, November 1
Seventh Annual Community Service Event: Let’s Make a Difference in Kansas City!
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
A great way to have fun, get to know your fellow ASCE members better, and give back to the community at the same time!
The ASCE Committee on Volunteer Community Service and the Kansas City Section invites you to spend a day of giving back to the community while attending the conference. This year we will be making improvements to the Heartland Therapeutic Riding Inc. facility, a non-profit organization that provides equine-assisted therapy to children and adults with disabilities through the movement of and human interaction with horses. You can discover more about their mission at http://www.heartlandtherapeuticriding.org/. On Sunday morning, we will be working on various improvement projects. After lunch on site, we will interact with younger members of the community in fun, educational activities to give them a better understanding of what civil engineering involves.
Interested in participating? Secure your spot by checking that you will attend on the registration form. Contact James Duehning (jduehning@burnsmcd.com) if you have any questions or would like additional information.
Registration Fee: Complimentary
President’s and Governor’s Forum and Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
At the Presidents and Governors Forum and Breakfast, several Sections and Branches will be honored for their outstanding work. Following the Awards presentation, sessions will continue to engage participants on ASCE topics that impact your Section, Branch, or Region, including the Future Direction of ASCE and Achieving the Vision for Civil Engineers.
Registration Fee: (included in Saturday Registration fee)
International Program
The International Program has been specially designed to introduce you to and immerse you in the International Civil Engineering scene. Attend various sessions offered on Saturday and Sunday. Included in the additional International Program registration fee of $395 is the International Roundtable, the International Luncheon, the International Reception and Dinner, and the International Leadership Webinar.
Saturday, October 31
International Roundtable: Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure for Economic Growth
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Join the International Roundtable discussion and be part of ASCE-facilitated collaboration between engineers and global policy makers. Provide your input as civil engineers take their place as leaders at the international policy development table. The International Roundtable begins at 11:00 a.m. with with a welcome from ASCE 2010 President Blaine D. Leonard P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE. ASCE Board members are also invited to attend and participate in the discussions. The Roundtable adjourns for the International Luncheon at 12:00 p.m. and reconvenes at 2:00 p.m. to discuss The Way Forward.
Moderator: David Leverenz, P.E., F.ASCE, Chair, ASCE International Activities Committee
Presenters: Kevin Cail, PEng, Lafarge North America, World Business Council for Sustainable Development; Jack Fritz, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, Bechtel, ASCE TAC Committee on Sustainability
12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Join the International Activities Committee and the ASCE Board of Direction to hear about the critical role engineers play in advancing sustainable development both domestically and internationally.
Welcome: David Leverenz, P.E., F.ASCE, Chair, ASCE International Activities Committee
Keynote Address : J. Warren Evans, Director, Environment Department, The World Bank
Registration Fee: Additional Tickets: $75
International Reception and Dinner
7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Join your international colleagues for a relaxing evening of great food and great company. Take advantage of this networking opportunity.
Registration Fee: Additional Tickets are $130
Sunday, November 1
Leadership Webinar: The 7 Qualities of Effective Leaders
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thriving private, public, academic, and volunteer organizations exhibit a powerful mix of leading, managing, and producing. At all levels and in all positions, visions are created as a result of leadership and translated to reality by means of management and production capabilities.
This webinar will help you understand leadership qualities and suggest how to develop them in yourself and others.
This forward-looking webinar will enable you to distinguish among the producing, managing, and leading functions. You will learn how to move further into the leading function by considering seven qualities of effective leaders. Participants receive a detailed handout on which the webinar will draw. The handout includes references to articles, books, e-newsletters, websites, and other self-study materials.
Welcome: David Leverenz, P.E., F.ASCE, Chair, ASCE International Activities Committee
Presenter: Stuart G. Walesh, Ph.D., P.E., D.WRE, Dist.M.ASCE
Registration Fee: Additional Tickets are $75
