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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
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
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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
For young professionals, engaging with the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) opens up a wide range of opportunities to grow in both their careers and the structural engineering profession as a whole. Whether you're interested in the private sector, public sector, or academia, SEI offers pathways to contribute to advancing the field. From shaping industry standards to advocating for critical initiatives like sustainability and diversity, young engineers have numerous avenues to influence the future of structural engineering while building valuable leadership skills.
October 25, 2024
Fortunately, I do not have enough fingers to count all the things for which I am thankful — and one of the biggest that I want to make sure you are aware of is how grateful we are to welcome new SEI President is Stephanie Slocum, P.E. to the helm. If you missed this big news, be sure to read about her goals and ideas and you will learn much more and will most certainly add the first woman SEI President to your list of things to be grateful for! As we launch into another year at SEI, we are preparing to focus on member engagement in many ways. Engagement with committee members, event attendees — as well as the majority of you who continue to support SEI with dues and donations — with increased and improved communications. As we pivot to focus on what is ahead, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on a few aspects of our current work that advance the profession, which you can use to advance yours.
October 25, 2024
As Jerome Hajjar, Ph.D., P.E., NAE, F.SEI, F.ASCE, concludes his term as President of the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), we express our deepest gratitude for his visionary leadership. A member of ASCE since 2008, Hajjar has been pivotal in shaping its foundation. Throughout his tenure as SEI President and distinguished CDM Smith Professor and Chair of Civil and Engineering at Northeastern University, Hajjar, has been a steadfast advocate for integrating sustainability, resilience, and equity into every aspect of design. His leadership has redefined SEI’s goals this year, steering the institute towards practices that not only meet technical demands but also address the urgent challenges of climate change and social equity.
September 19, 2024