ASCE Southern Nevada Branch

06/27/2021

Civil Engineer breaks Guinness Record for stacking M&M’s

(CNN/WISH) -- A British man has broken the Guinness record for stacking the most M&Ms. The number may surprise you, but beating it is much harder than it appears. Will Cutbill, who has a master's degree in civil engineering, set

04/06/2021

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ASCE SNB 2021 AWARD WINNERS!!!

Young Engineer of the Year - Amanda Tanaka, EI, WSP
Engineer of the Year (Private) - Jaffer Almosawy, PE, GCW
Engineer of the Year (Public) - Suzy Trabia, PE, City of Henderson
Community Involvement Award - Claire Kohatsu, PE, Aztec Materials
Student Scholarship - Alezandria (Ali) Barreto Santos, UNLV

ASCE YMF Las Vegas

03/05/2021

https://infrastructurereportcard.org/asce-2021-infrastructure-report-card-gives-u-s-c-grade/?fbclid=IwAR3qCmnVCNEP6n0x9M7C2EzrJpNOY6EW1eauxXtYkvnrEYWz4eJcJGzbGUI

The American Society of Civil Engineers unveiled their 2021 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure on Wednesday, March 3. The nation earned a ‘C-’, up from 2017’s cumulative GPA of ‘D+’. This is the first time since ASCE began issuing the report card that the nation’s infrastructure ...

03/03/2021

Today's the day! The American Society of Civil Engineers will be unveiling the 2021 this morning - what grade will the nation's infrastructure systems receive?

Stay tuned!

02/22/2021

Happy National Engineers Week 👷‍♀️👷‍♂️

11/10/2020

ASCE SNB Members - It's not too late to weigh in on Clark County's Climate plan. Let them know what's important to you. It's open through the end of this week.

Take our survey on the All-In Clark County plan to share your thoughts on climate action!

10/31/2020

Gender differences can lead to a disconnect between men and women working with each other. This blog explains some of the most common communication differences and how to address them for a more productive work environment.
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10/24/2020

https://www.fox5vegas.com/news/snhba-introduces-new-virtual-training-program-amid-demand-for-construction-jobs/article_e442d842-14f3-11eb-a443-8f7aef31fc05.html?fbclid=IwAR2l2IQ4sqmn6qH07bY8064FNs9Rb2oMCzPLZJnFMS1T7yp2eJ_hB1zz-ig

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- The Southern Nevada Home Builders Association is launching a new virtual training program to fill construction jobs.

10/22/2020

Volunteers needed at Mobile Market - Saturday, October 24, 2020
What: Mobile Food Market - Distribute food from a semi-truck into trunks or backseats of vehicles
When: Saturday, October 24, 2020, 8:45 am – 11:00 am
Where: Orr Middle School (1562 E Katie Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119).
Gloves will be provided. Just One Project is asking volunteers to bring their own masks...they can be homemade.

If you can volunteer, please RSVP.

RSVP by email to Brook at [email protected] or call Brook at 702.336.9896

10/01/2020

2019-20 ASCE Southern Nevada Branch President’s Farewell and Thank you!!

Dear ASCE Southern Nevada Branch Members:

As my ASCE Southern Nevada Branch presidency draws to a close, it’s time to look back and reflect upon what we have accomplished together this challenging year. I would like to highlight some of our accomplishments for this year.

Accomplishments:
1. Fall Transportation Conference from October 30-31, 2019
2. The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) USA Chapter Gathering in October 12-13, 2019
3. Nevada Test Site Technical Tour on November 11, 2019
4. Engineer Without Borders Bi-Annual Bowling Tournament in November 2019.
5. Allegiant Stadium Technical Tour on December 20, 2019
6. Moving America Forward: A Presidential Candidate Forum on Infrastructure at UNLV on February 16, 2020
7. Engineers Week in February 2020
8. Virtual Luncheon Meetings from June 2020
9. First International speaker presented at our July 2020 virtual luncheon meeting from India

I would like to thank the board members of SNB, YMF, UNLV Student Chapter, and the Nevada Section for their continued support in achieving above accomplishments. I would also like to thank the Southern Nevada Branch Members and Sponsors for their generous support in this challenging year.

As I say farewell, I hope that I made a positive impact on the ASCE Southern Nevada Branch. I’ve been touched both personally and professionally in so many ways by the experience. Thank you for giving me this opportunity!!

Sincerely,
Ganesh Kadam, P.E., PMP, ENV SP
ASCE SNB President

10/01/2020

Thank Congress for Approving FAST Act Extension

This evening the Senate passed a 1-year extension of the FAST Act to ensure that surface transportation programs did not expire today, September 30th.

Please take a moment to thank your Members of Congress for extending the FAST Act for 1-year and encourage them to now make the investments that are necessary in our surface transportation network.

https://cqrcengage.com/asce/app/write-a-letter?0&engagementId=509183&utm_campaign=GR-20200930+-+FAST+Act+Extension+Thank+You&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua

Thank you for taking action!

Thank Congress for Passing a One-Year FAST Act Extension Updated: September 30, 2020 September 30Update: The House and Senate have sent a continuing resolution with a one-year FAST Act extension to the President for signature. Thank your Member of Congress for passing the 1-year extension and encour...

09/17/2020

Volunteers needed!
What: Mobile Food Market - Distribute food into trunks or backseats of vehicles
When: Saturday, September 26, 2020, 7:45 am – 10:30 am
Where: Hyde Park Middle School (900 Hinson St, Las Vegas, NV 89107)
Gloves provided but Just One Project is asking volunteers to bring their own masks...they can be homemade.
If you can volunteer, please RSVP.
RSVP to Brook at [email protected] or 702.336.9896