SEI News
Change is in the air, but one thing is certain – I would like to see you at SEI’s annual conference.
February 21, 2025
The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) recently held a leadership training and orientation workshop in collaboration with the PEER group, led by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, P.E., F.ASCE. Dr. Pearson is widely recognized for her expertise in environmental engineering and strategies for enhancing engagement, communication, and collaboration within organizations. The workshop brought together SEI committee leaders and the Board of Governors to explore ways to strengthen SEI’s leadership, improve outreach efforts, and align initiatives with SEI’s long-term strategic goals. Using PEER’s MESA framework—Measure, Evaluate, Strategize, and Act, participants discussed approaches to increasing engagement across the structural engineering profession.
February 19, 2025
Congrats to Recipients of the SEI Futures Fund Scholarship to participate at Structures Congress April 9-11 in Phoenix and get involved in SEI!
February 07, 2025
The ASCE/SEI Flood Resistant Design and Construction Standards Committee, chaired by Daniel Thomas Cox, Ph.D., A.M.ASCE, is responsible for developing and maintaining ASCE/SEI 24: Flood Resistant Design and Construction, a standard that serves as a cornerstone for engineers and professionals working in flood-prone areas. By setting clear and rigorous guidelines, the committee ensures that structural designs prioritize public safety and property protection in the face of increasing flood risks due to climate change and rising sea levels.
January 23, 2025
We have a treat for you in February with outstanding SEI virtual events available to you at no cost. On Feb. 4, offered through generous support from the SEI Futures Fund, the SEI Business Practice Committee has developed a free eLearning Webinar on Client Value for Structural Engineers. Registration is free to attend.
January 23, 2025
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If you have projects in the Central and Eastern United States (CEUS), you may be in for a surprise when you use the new seismic ground motion values of ASCE 7-22. The purpose of this article is to provide guidance to the structural engineer to avoid excessively conservative designs.
December 20, 2024
Happy Holidays! As you wind down and celebrate the end of the year, I want to thank you for all that you do for SEI. Through your membership, attendance at conferences and events, and participation in committees you bolster our ability to advance and serve the profession. I want to explicitly thank the donors to the SEI Futures Fund – you generosity serves the profession far beyond the amazing capabilities of what SEI’s traditional abilities.
December 18, 2024
For young professionals in structural engineering, involvement in organizations like the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) offers transformative opportunities for career development, networking, and personal growth. Luis Duque’s experiences highlight the benefits of scholarships, committee work, and professional engagement in fostering success and confidence early in a career.
December 18, 2024
The end of the calendar year is a milestone for most of us — signifying closure, seasonal celebrations, and looking towards new beginnings. As the days of 2024 continue to wane, I am looking forward to each of these three milestones, especially the joy of the season.
November 20, 2024
Linda Kaplan, P.E., F.SEI, M.ASCE, has taken on the role of Chair for the SEI Futures Fund, bringing with her extensive experience and a deep commitment to advancing structural engineering. Having first connected with the Futures Fund as a scholarship recipient, Kaplan experienced firsthand how the fund can transform careers and empower the next generation of leaders. Several members of her scholarship class, including Kaplan herself, have since ascended to board-level positions within SEI, underscoring the program's profound and lasting impact
November 20, 2024