SPECIAL EVENTS
1:00 -4:00 p.m.
Leading Diplomates of Geotechnical Engineering (D.GEs) will take you through a guided exploration of ethics for the geotechnical engineer using ASCE's Code of Ethics, as well as ethics case histories. In addition, the D.GEs will host thought- provoking roundtable discussions.
G-I Annual Membership Business Meeting
Sunday, March 25, 2012
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join us for beverage and light snacks while learning about what the G-I has done and is doing for you and your fellow geo-professionals. You might even win a door prize!
Welcome Reception and Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
Sunday, March 25, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Network with your peers from around the globe during this lively reception. Enjoy light appetizers and beverages while viewing the latest offerings from the wide variety of geo-professional exhibitors.
Diversity & Inclusion Program & Luncheon
Monday, March 26, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Organized by the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, you will have the opportunity to join us in discussion about expanding the diversity and inclusion within the Institute and the geo-profession.
Academy of Geo-Professionals Ceremony & Reception
Monday, March 26, 2012
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Conference attendees are invited to the inauguration of the newest class of D.GE's (Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering). All current Diplomates are especially encouraged to attend. Following the ceremony, join us in a congratulatory toast to the newest D.GE's/
Early Career Professional's Networking Reception
Monday, March 26, 2012
8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Location: Museum of Children's Art, 539 Ninth Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Future leaders of geo-profession, you are invited to network and learn more about programs designed especially for you. If you are in the first 5 years of your career, this reception is for you. (Offsite location to be announced).
Hero & Awards Luncheon
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 1: 30 p.m.
Be a part of this special event honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in the geo-profession.
Order of the Engineer Ceremony
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Over 3,900 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
Registration fee: Induction $15; No fee to observe the ceremony.
2012 Geo-Institute- USUCGER Workshop: Research & Education Priorities for the Geotechnical Engineering Community
Thursday, March 29, 2012
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
The United States University Council on Geotechnical Education and Research (USUCGER) in collaboration with the Geo-Institute will be holding this post 2012 Geo-Congress workshop at the congress venue in Oakland to discuss the emerging priorities for education and research in the geotechnical engineering community. The research themes will include examination of broader impacts of research proposals, promotion of faculty/ practitioner collaboration in publishing, incorporation of undergraduate students in research, and fostering teacher/scholar models to address potential disconnect between teaching and research. Specific educational themes will include the impact of ASCE policy 465 on geotechnical engineering education, importance of professional licensure of geotechnical engineering faculty, and examination of opportunities for incorporating technologies to enhance geotechnical engineering education.
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Software Demonstrations
Tuesday, March 27- Wednesday, March 28
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
The Congress will feature two software demonstration sessions on Foundation Analyses and 3D Modeling; and Seismic Analyses where software developers, vendors and researchers will present the most recent advances in computational tools. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from the leading experts in their field about the state of practice and state of the art in engineering software capabilities and the possible applications of these tools to your projects and research.