April 2025 - Cce-graduates-list

🚨 Happening Today: UCA/NASTT Talk with David Mast @ 5:30 PM – Don’t Miss It!
by Yash Dixit 15 Apr '25

15 Apr '25

Hi everyone, This is a friendly reminder that David Mast will be speaking today at our UCA/NASTT Purdue Chapter event! 📍 Location: Physics Building, Room 202 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Don’t miss this chance to hear from an industry expert and learn more about careers and innovations in the underground construction field. Feel free to bring your questions and curiosity! See you this evening! Questions? Contact dahrend(a)purdue.edu —UCA/NASTT Purdue Chapter

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CEGSAC Research Symposium, April 25, Forney Auditorium
by Elijah Ruiz 15 Apr '25

15 Apr '25

Civil and Construction Engineers! Here is a reminder for the CEGSAC Spring Research Symposium You can sign up to present a poster or as an attendee. To sign up to attend, please complete This Form<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.off…> To have your poster printed, please upload it HERE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.off…> by 5:00pm on April 18, 2025 This is a great opportunity to showcase the research you have been working on this year and see what others are accomplishing at Purdue! Judges will be awarding Cash Prizes and Plaques for the best presenters in the following categories: 1. Excellence in Research Award 2. Outstanding Presentation Award 3. Innovation & Creativity Award In addition to the awards, this is a great opportunity to connect with industry representatives who will serve as Judges. For students not presenting, this is a great way to learn about the research going on in your areas of interest and discover what you would like to study. Event Schedule for the 6th Annual Research Symposium April 25, 2025 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM Company Information Sessions - WALC 3090 12:15 AM - 1:30 PM Lunch - Hampton Wood Commons 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Research Symposium Poster Session - Forney Atrium Industry Partners The Companies attending the CEGSAC Research Symposium hope to build relationships with students and faculty, for full-time employment, internships, and partnerships in the future. Below are the company representatives attending the Research Symposium and serving as judges. 1. JQOL Dylan Seesman - dseesman(a)jqolusa.com<mailto:dseesman@jqolusa.com> 2. Crawford, Murphy & Tilly Nick Batta - nbatta(a)cmtengr.com<mailto:nbatta@cmtengr.com> 3. AECOM Ben Carnahan - benjamin.carnahan(a)aecom.com<mailto:benjamin.carnahan@aecom.com> 4. WJE Francisco Pena - Fpena(a)wje.com<mailto:Fpena@wje.com> 5. Pankow Foundation Mark Perniconi - Mperniconi(a)comcast.net<mailto:Mperniconi@comcast.net> 6. Guidon Design, Inc. Stacey Paul - spaul(a)guidon.com<mailto:spaul@guidon.com> 7. Wessler Engineering Jakob Bruhl - jakobbruhl(a)wesslerengineering.com<mailto:jakobbruhl@wesslerengineering.com> 8. American Structurepoint Tanner McKinney - tmckinney(a)structurepoint.com<mailto:tmckinney@structurepoint.com> 9. Exponent Lucas Laughery - llaughery(a)exponent.com<mailto:llaughery@exponent.com> Yihao Zhou - zhouy(a)exponent.com<mailto:zhouy@exponent.com> 10. Indiana Department of Transportation Anne Rearick - arearick(a)indot.in.gov<mailto:arearick@indot.in.gov> 11. Keystone Debra Klinger - dklinger(a)keystone-corp.com<mailto:dklinger@keystone-corp.com> Please direct questions to: Elijah Ruiz (505) 280-6561 ruiz227(a)purdue.edu<mailto:ruiz227@purdue.edu> Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you and your work at the 6th annual Research Symposium Purdue CEGSAC Professional Development Committee

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FE & PE Exam Info Session - Sponsored by CEGSAC Mentorship Program
by Johnson, Jacob Michael 14 Apr '25

14 Apr '25

Dear Students, Are you planning to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineer (PE) exam? Whether you're just getting started or actively preparing, this session will provide valuable guidance on the licensing process. Join us for an informational session this Friday, April 18th at 5:00 PM in HAMP 1252, where we’ll cover: * The steps to register for the FE and PE exams * Eligibility requirements and timing * Recommended study resources * What to expect after passing the exams * A Q&A session to address your specific questions Complimentary pizza will be available while supplies last. Please fill out the RSVP form to help us estimate how much pizza is needed. Location: HAMP 1252 Date & Time: Friday, April 18 | 5:00 PM RSVP: LINK<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> This is a great opportunity to gain clarity on the licensure path and get your questions answered in a supportive environment. We hope to see you there! Best, Jake Johnson, E.I.T. Graduate Student CEGSAC Co-Chair Civil Engineering Purdue University '25

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UCA/NASTT Event: Industry Talk with David Mast – April 15 @ 5:30 PM
by Yash Dixit 14 Apr '25

14 Apr '25

Hello Boilermakers! Join us for an exciting talk hosted by the Underground Construction Association (UCA) and NASTT Purdue Chapter! We’re thrilled to welcome David Mast, a seasoned industry professional, for an engaging session on underground construction and trenchless technologies. 📍 Location: Physics Building, Room 202 🕠 Time: Tuesday, April 15th | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM 💡 Why Attend? * Gain real-world insights into trenchless technologies and tunneling * Learn about career opportunities and growth paths in this niche yet growing field * Connect with peers and professionals passionate about underground infrastructure * Get involved with UCA and NASTT Purdue chapter activities and network with industry contacts 📨 Questions? Reach out to Daniel Ahrendt at dahrend(a)purdue.edu. This is a great opportunity for students in civil engineering, construction, and related disciplines to broaden their knowledge and expand their professional network. We hope to see you there! Best, Yash Dixit

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CCE Weekly - April 14-20, 2025
by Karyssa Graham 14 Apr '25

14 Apr '25

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CEGSAC Weekly Sports – ⚽ Soccer This Saturday at TREC Field 2!
by Bhavesh Kumar Kumar Sharma 12 Apr '25

12 Apr '25

Hello Everyone, CEGSAC is back with another exciting round of Weekly Sports, and this week we're hitting the field for Soccer! ⚽ 📅 Date: Saturday, April 12 🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 Location: TREC Field 2 Come out and enjoy the spring weather, show your Boiler pride, and join fellow students for a fun, friendly game. Whether you're competitive or just playing for laughs, everyone is welcome! Let’s make it a great game! Best, Bhavesh Member Sports, Health, and Wellness - CEGSAC

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Participant Recruitment for VR Experiment in Construction Site
by Ching-Yu Cheng 12 Apr '25

12 Apr '25

Hi, We are currently recruiting participants for a virtual reality (VR) experiment involving a collaborative pipe installation task in a simulated construction site. You will work in a pair and complete the task across four non-consecutive sessions (totaling approximately 9 hours). 🔨 What You'll Do: 1. Work in pairs to complete a pipe installation task in a virtual construction site. 1. Wear sensors for psychophysiological data collection. 1. Complete pre- and post-task surveys. 1. Attend four sessions, scheduled non-consecutively (totaling 9 hours). 🎁 What You'll Receive: * $170 gift card upon completion of all sessions * Certificate of participation in an NSF-funded project (issued by Purdue Industrial Engineering) * Potential reference letter from the project’s PI, based on outstanding performance 📅 Availability: * 1st Session (2 hr 15 min): Available on all weekdays — time slots provided via the QR code below. Please select multiple time slots to improve your matching chances. * 2nd–4th Sessions: Will be coordinated in person with the experimenter after you are matched with a partner. * Deadline: All sessions must be completed by the end of the semester to be eligible for compensation. ✌ Participant Eligibility: * Current Purdue students with an engineering or science background * No history of dizziness or balance disorders If you're interested, please scan the QR code or use the link to sign up for the 1st session. Thank you so much for your time and consideration! [cid:712d5bb7-0f35-4e9d-937a-596b8f8f5646] https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ewVMLfYf3tqeCcC<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> Thank you so much, Best, Ching-Yu

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Structures graduate seminar - April 15, Tuesday, 4:30pm - Terrence F. Paret
by Lucy Isabella Dillman 10 Apr '25

10 Apr '25

This email contains the information for the upcoming, April 15, Tuesday Structures graduate seminar Title: Why Do You Believe that Performance-based Engineering Really Works? Should you? Speaker: Terrence F. Paret, Senior Principal, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. Time & date: 4:30 PM, Tuesday, April 15 Location: HAMP 1144 Speaker short-bio and seminar abstract are included in the attached flyer. Lucy Dillman, Administrative Assistant Structures, Geomatics, and Architectural Group Purdue University Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Hampton Hall 4141 o: 765-494-2227 [cid:e5c3aaf5-7656-4140-9a6f-ca3a295f8aa2]

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2025 CEGSAC 8th Annual Emerging Leader Lecture Featuring Brandon Hardin
by Elijah Ruiz 10 Apr '25

10 Apr '25

LSCCE Students, CEGSAC is pleased to announce the 2025 8th Annual Emerging Leader, Brandon Hardin! Brandon earned a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering in 2017 and a Master's degree in Civil Engineering in 2019 with a focus in Transportation from the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering. He is currently an Operational Excellence Manager at Irving Materials IncCEG. Because of his momentous work in industry, efficient problem solving, and commitment to student development, we have chosen Brandon Hardin as the CEGSAC 2025 Emerging Leader. Brandon will be back at Purdue so that he may speak to us and share his experiences, challenges, and knowledge from industry. To learn more about Brandon, please see the attached biography. Event Schedule for the 8th Annual Emerging Leader Lecture April 22, 2025 3:30 - 4:20 PM Presentation by Brandon Hardin - HAMP 1144 4:30 - 5:30 PM Emerging Leader Reception with food and refreshments - Hampton Wood Commons Please RSVP HERE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.off…> if you would like to attend. This presentation is a great opportunity to take your understanding beyond academic learning. Brandon Hardin can provide you with an inside look at industry, first-hand experience in fast tracking projects, how to complete the requirements towards professional licensure, and how to make your engineering judgement valuable in business decisions. Thank you, we look forward to seeing you at the Emerging Leader Lecture! -Purdue CEGSAC Professional Development Committee

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Geotech Seminar Tomorrow
by Emma Nicole Montes 09 Apr '25

09 Apr '25

Please join us for Xiong Zhang seminar tomorrow, April 10th at 12:15 PM in WALC 3121. Get a chance to hear about the Indefinability of Effective Stress for Unsaturated Soils. Don't miss out! Thank you, Emma Montes Administrative Assistant Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering o: 765-494-5025 [Purdue University]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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