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Ronald M. Colas,
PE, SI, FES Fellow
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The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge serves as a reminder for bridge owners and engineers to reassess the conditions of many of our country’s bridge foundations and structures crossing large bodies of water. | The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has prompted significant discussions among engineers. In the wake of this tragedy, many have speculated on the cause and whether this could have been prevented. While reflecting on the loss of life and such a significant structure, I sympathize with the families who have lost their loved ones and the people of the community who have lost their method of transportation. | | | |
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Enhance Your Expertise with our Water Webinar Series
If you want to deepen your understanding of water resources and expand your technical knowledge, look no further! Registration is now open for our upcoming Water Webinar Series, tailor-made for technical staff both in the public and private sectors.
Our comprehensive series is designed to cater to professionals from Engineers and Geologists to Scientists and Consultants specializing in water resources. Each session will deliver invaluable insights and practical strategies that you can immediately apply to your work.
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All webinars will provide 1 hour Technical PDH.
April 9, 2024
Session 1: PFAS: Overview, Updates and Opinions
Christopher A. Impellitteri, Presenter
April 16, 2024
Session 2: Onsite Sewage Program
Eb Roeder, PhD, PE, Presenter
April 30, 2024
Session 3: Stormwater Rule Update Overview
John Coates, PE, Aaron Ray, Borja Crane-Amores, Emma Rivers Baird, PE, Presenters
May 2, 2024
Session 4: Nutrient Calculations
John Coates, PE, Aaron Ray, Borja Crane-Amores, Emma Rivers Baird, PE, Presenters
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Florida MATHCOUNTS® State Competition Winners | |
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Middle school students from across Florida competed at the Florida MATHCOUNTS state competition on March 29, 2024, in Orlando. We had 55 volunteers, with 52 schools competing and 232 Mathletes!
Congratulations to these students who are moving on to the National MATHCOUNTS Competition in Washington, DC, in May:
1st – Benjamin Jiang, Pine View School
2nd – George Paret, Abraham Lincoln School
3rd – Daniel Li, Ransom Everglades Middle School
4th – Daniel Wei, Abraham Lincoln School
Coach – Jessica Merrick, Ransom Everglades Middle School
Thank you to all our sponsors!
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MATHCOUNTS team photos will be uploaded to the FES Facebook page soon, making it easy to download and share your Chapters' photos. | |
Career Fair for Engineering Students | |
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Engineering Students: Join us at the 2024 Engineer’s Road Map to Success Career Fair, brought to you by Florida Department of Transportation Districts 6, 4, ACEC, and the FES Miami Chapter.
Monday, April 8, 2024
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
FIU, Graham Center Ballrooms
There will be a presentation and panel showcasing the different stages of an infrastructure project, and an open networking session with more than 40 consulting companies and contractors.
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2024 Practice Section Awards Deadline April 19 | |
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FES offers the opportunity for professional recognition through its various awards programs. Selection is made by the FES Awards Committee, and recipients are recognized at the Annual Conference each summer and through the Society’s publications.
FPEG Professional Development
FPEG Engineer of the Year
FPEI Engineer of the Year
FPEI New Product Award
FECON Individual Excellence Award
Deadline: April 19, 2024
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Don't Miss Your Chance to Award FES Practice Section Scholarships | |
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We are pleased to announce the availability of various scholarships from the Florida Engineers in Education (FEE), the Florida Professional Engineers in Construction (FECON), the Florida Professional Engineers in Industry (FPEI), and the Florida Professional Engineers in Government (FPEG) Practice Sections.
FECON Scholarship - $1,000
FPEI Scholarship - $500
FPEG Fellowship - $1,000
Due April 19, 2024
FEE Scholarship - $500
Due June 1, 2024
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FDOTConnect Virtual Training Lab: Advanced Roadway Template Design | |
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This is a 1- day training course to learn the fundamentals of Template Design. Participants will learn basic and advanced knowledge of the Create Template dialog within Bentley OpenRoads Designer Connect Edition environment for design and modeling within the FDOTConnect workspace
This training lab will utilize the 2024 Course Guide and Dataset.
April 24, 2024
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Microsoft Teams
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Meet FES Headquarters Staff at Chapter Leadership Training | |
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Have you ever wondered who the friendly voice on the other end of the line at FES Headquarters is? Or how staff can assist with your Chapter events? Then, you should attend the Chapter Leadership Training in Tallahassee on May 8-9, 2024.
This program is designed to assist current and upcoming Chapter leaders leverage resources available through the Florida Engineering Society.
There is no charge for this event, but participants must reserve their space. Hotel reservations must be made by April 17, 2024, to receive the group rate.
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2024 ACEC Florida | FDOT Project Management Conference | |
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Sharpen your focus and master your projects at the 2024 ACEC Florida | FDOT Project Management Conference on June 5-6, 2024, at the Rosen Centre Orlando.
Sessions include topics such as:
-Procurement: Marketing, Advertising, Interviews, and Evaluations
-Mutual Gains and Negotiations for FDOT and Consultant Project Managers
-High Profile Design Project Presentation
-FDOT and Consultant Panel Discussion
Sponsorships are available until May 10, 2024.
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2024 ACEC Florida Transportation Conference | |
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Registration is open for the 2024 ACEC Florida Transportation Conference on June 6-7, 2024, at the Rosen Centre Orlando.
Designed primarily for technical staff within and outside of government, attendees of the conference include public and private sector Professional Engineers, planners, FDOT policymakers, and consultants whose practice areas involve transportation.
Exhibitor and sponsor registration ends May 10, 2024.
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Invest in the Engineering Profession | | |
To be competitive in an increasingly uncertain climate, it is critical that the members of FES and ACEC Florida participate in the political process through meaningful PAC engagement. Donors enjoy a host of benefits throughout the year, including access to special events, donor acknowledgment gifts, and recognition. Those interested in supporting our efforts to advance the goals of engineers and engineering firms may do so in the following ways: | |
Questions? Email Laura Heiselman, Director of Government & Political Affairs. | | |
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FES is proud to welcome this month's new members to our network of over 3,000 professional engineers to enhance successful career paths and providing opportunities to network with engineers in their local communities.
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NEW MEMBERS BY CHAPTER
BROWARD
Larry Thompson, PE
CALUSA
Christian Anderson
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Kevin Abel
Elias Diaz
Thomas Hernacki, III, E, M-ASCE
Frank Lopez
Chelsea Mason, PE
EMERALD COAST
Henry Phillips
FOREST
Beau Clymer
MIAMI
Carl Sandin
NORTHEAST FLORIDA
Mahmoud El-Gamal
Steve Taylor
Wil Wright
NORTHWEST FLORIDA
Donald Jehle, Jr
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PALM BEACH
Denys Avila
Anthony Noto
TAMPA
Jose Ferrer
Marty Morlan
Lindsey Skourellos
NEW STUDENT MEMBERS
Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University
Amelia Barr
Claire Burdett
Florida International University
Sai Sriharsha Gattupalli
Rafael Camilo Guitierrez Melgarejo
Hellen Shita
Mostafa Soltaninejad
Florida Polytechnic University
Alise Darsch
University of Florida
Lodovico Da Pra Galanti
Sean Ng
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See Your Logo On The FES Website | |
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Would you like your company's logo seen by over 3,300 decision-makers, including professional engineers, project managers, government engineers, and policymakers?
You can sponsor the FES website and have your company's logo scroll across the bottom, linking to your website!
You can sponsor either the FES or ACEC Florida website, and if you sponsor both, you will receive a discount.
View fleng.org to see current sponsors.
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To place an ad or for more information, email Meghan Shiner, Communications Coordinator.
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