LUNCH & LEARN: Arup

Hi, everyone!

ASCE would like to invite you all to a Lunch & Learn next Wednesday, February 5th from 12:30 to 1:30 PM in More 220. Arup, a global sustainability consultancy, will be presenting their projects and opportunities at the firm. Much of their work is in energy, water, and transportation. Come hear what they have going on!

Please find the RSVP form here

See you there!

Lex Haucke

University of Washington ASCE – Event Coordinator

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EERI Distinguished Lecturer – Jan 30, 2025

Hello CEE Community,

Please join us for the annual EERI Distinguished Lecture on Jan. 30, 2025 at 6pm in Maple Hall. Dr. Michael Olsen from Oregon State University will be presenting “Geospatial Technology – Saving the World’s Past, Present, and Future from Natural Hazards”.

Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP as soon as possible: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6503921

See attached for more details! 

EERI lecturer

Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources

Hello,

So, you’re interested in environmental + climate innovation and action? Feeling inspired and motivated to start (or be part of starting) something? Consider forming a team for this year’s Environmental Innovation Challenge!

The annual Environmental Innovation Challenge is an exciting extracurricular experience that gives students the opportunity to come up with meaningful solutions to big problems the world faces related to climate and the environment. The competition is open to both undergrad and graduate students at accredited colleges and universities across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and British Columbia. Not a current student in the region? Share this opportunity with someone who is!

Application: https://platform.younoodle.com/competition/2025_environmental_innovation_challenge
Deadline: February 10, 12 noon PT

Here are the events coming up next week+ to support your interest in applying to the Environmental Innovation Challenge or other Buerk Center competitions:

Competition Resources HUB Continue reading

RSVP CEE Winter Mixer 01/28/2025

Hi CEE Community,

Thanks to all who RSVP’d! We ordered food and drinks accordingly.

Just a quick reminder, tomorrow, January 28th, CEE will be hosting the 2025 Winter mixer in the HUB Basement. 

Some quick notes: 

  • Pizza options: There will be Vegan, Veggie, and GF Options along with Cheese and Pepperoni.
  • Drinks:  Variety of soda and water. 
  • Time: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
  • Location: HUB Games is located below the food court. Signs will be posted to go down to the basement level of the HUB where the bowling and gaming center is located.  

CBE Career Fair 2/19 – 2/20

Hello CEE students,

The College of Built Environments is hosting a career fair on February 19th and 20th. If this is an area you are interested in or if there are any employers on the list you want to connect with, please consider attending. More information is below.

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The 2025 Career Fair will be both in-person and virtual with Handshake. We look forward to hosting students, alumni, non-profits, and firms to this hybrid event. 

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, IN PERSON, 10:30 am – 2:00 pm

Gould Hall, First Floor Court, 3950 University Way, Seattle, WA 98105

No student registration required: students just show up!

Thursday, February 20, 2025, VIRTUAL, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The virtual fair is free to government/non-profits so the feel of this day will be a bit different. All firms that participate in the Wednesday in-person career fair will have complimentary access to Thursday’s virtual fair as well for conversations in a quieter environment. The Handshake platform hosts both 30-minute information sessions and 15-minute 1:1 sessions with students which is a great opportunity to follow up with firms you met the day before.

Handshake Registration for Students

You need to have your account created prior to the virtual event so you can book your meeting. Firms might cancel scheduled events if students don’t sign up early. Representatives that attend the in-person fair might not be the same representatives at the virtual fair. Continue reading

RSVP now for Career Trek to Brown & Caldwell – Limited seats available!

CEE Students,

This just dropped!!! We are hosting a Career Trek to Brown and Caldwell on Tuesday, February 18, 10:15am – 2pm (this includes travel time). We have room for 15 students.

Registration via Handshake: Brown and Caldwell Trek

WHAT:

Meet B&C engineers and learn about their day-to-day activities & responsibilities. Network and ask questions to prepare for the transition from college to industry or internship. Lunch will be provided by B&C.

Topics:

  • Water treatment
  • Water resources/Planning
  • Infrastructure/Civil
  • Design

WHO:

All engineering majors and class levels are welcome; however, this trek is primarily aimed toward Civil & Environmental Engineering students, or ENGRUD students considering one of those disciplines.

HOW:

Approved attendees will be taking the Link light rail (with CC@E staff) from Husky Stadium to downtown Seattle. More information will be sent to participants.

QUESTIONS:

engrhire@uw.edu

ASHRAE Industry Night

Students,

ASHRAE is holding an ACE (Architecture Construction and Engineering) industry night. Connect with experienced mentors from the ACE industry as they share insights about their careers, paths to success, and valuable advice for students. 

When: Friday 1/24 6pm-8pm

Where: The HUB room: 337

FREE PIZZA AND SODA!

Event Link:

https://pugetsoundashrae.org/events/event/ashrae-puget-sound-student-industry-night-at-uw-seattle/

ASHRAE Student Industry Night

ASHRAE Student Industry Night (Free Pizza)

Dear Students,

ASHRAE Puget Sound will be hosting a Student Industry Night on Friday, January 24th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Husky Union Building (HUB) room 337. 

Mentors from the ACE industry will share insights into their careers. This is a low commitment event and a good way to network with industry professionals. 

Free pizza and soda will be provided!

Please fill out this google form if you are interested:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqgrwrtt4K7SlKWIWWHqKidXBZCdpcXNQb3qcZatipR1tZ9A/viewform

LUNCH & LEARN: AECOM

Hello everyone!

Please join ASCE in welcoming AECOM for a Lunch & Learn on January 29th from 12:30 to 1:30 PM in More 220! AECOM is one of the world’s leading civil consultants with diverse projects in transportation, structures, energy, and water. This is a great opportunity to get to know the company and find a job or internship! Banh mi sandwiches will be served.

You can find the RSVP form here!

Wednesday! Climate + Sustainability Idea Jam – Student Event

Dear Students,

Wednesday, January 22
12 – 2 pm           
Startup Hall (2nd Floor of Condon Hall)
Register here: https://washington.startuptree.co/event/s/LVjHTvf58HQw8zv6pikyFX/Climate-%252B-Sustainability-Idea-Jam

Struggling to come up with a sustainable startup idea? Not sure how your skills fit into building a strong team? You’re not alone—and this Idea Jam is here to help!

Join Linsey Nancarrow, Executive Director of ThriveKite and co-leader of Climate Designers Seattle, for a fun, hands-on session where you’ll explore your unique strengths and discover how to turn your ideas (or lack of them!) into a game-changing sustainability startup. Using a simple, structured process, we’ll help you brainstorm innovative solutions to today’s environmental challenges.

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with tons of fresh ideas and a clearer sense of how you can create positive change. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to think big!

This is your chance to unlock your creativity, explore your potential, and take the first step toward building something amazing. Continue reading