FEATURED EVENTS

2021 Virtual Capital Week: March 22-26

SAME's 2021 Virtual Capital Week will once again provide an unmatched look at the upcoming engineering, construction, and environmental programs of the federal government. New this year, the event also will feature executive-level industry-government engagement sessions, a virtual exhibit hall, discussion groups, one-on-one appointments, networking events, and "fireside chats" with the senior engineering leaders of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Department of Veterans Affairs.

During this premier members-only event, network with senior leaders and hear from contracting representatives, flag and general officers, and other decision-makers within the engineering components of the military services and select federal agencies.
 

Capital Week Highlights

• "Fireside" Chats with the Engineering Service Chiefs
• Concurrent Briefings Presented by Government Agencies
• One-on-One Networking Appointments & Discussion Groups
• Virtual Exhibits Featuring Leading A/E/C Companies
• IGE Executive Sessions with Government Leaders and Congressional Staffers

Virtual Capital Week registration is open at www.samecapweek.org. Don't miss this chance to shape your acquisition strategy for 2021 and beyond!

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SOCIETY NEWS & NOTES

Board of Direction Voting Starts March 1 

Voting in the SAME National Board of Direction election for 2021 opens March 1 and will go through April 15. The ballot includes candidates for President-Elect, Vice President, and Elected Director. Visit www.same.org/election on March 1 to cast you ballot!

Voting for SAME national leaders is an integral part of the Society's governance model. Show us you are engaged in SAME's future by voting for your Society leaders!

President-Elect (vote for one): 
Cindy Lincicome, F.SAME, TLI Construction Inc.

Vice President (vote for two): 
Richard "Rad" Delaney, AIA, LEED AP, F.SAME, PRIME AE Group 
Sharon Krock, PWS, F.SAME, Schnabel Engineering 

Elected Director (vote for four):
Lt. Col. Craig Bryant, P.E., USA, USACE Tulsa District
Tiffany Castricone, RA, Michael Baker International
Col. Nick Desport, RA, LEED AP, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), Merrick & Company
Col. Tony Higdon, P.E., F.SAME, USAF, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa
Col. C. Patrick Hogeboom, P.E., USA, DOD Office of Economic Adjustment
Col. Rich Houghton, CFM, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), City, Light & Power Inc.
Col. Miro Kurka, P.E., PMP, F.SAME, USA (Ret.), Mead & Hunt 
Dave Newkirk, F.SAME, BCE Engineers Inc. 

Beginning March 1, visit www.same.org/election to learn about each candidates’ qualifications, read their statements of interest, and cast your ballot. Voting is open until 11:59 p.m., April 15. (Members must log in to vote and may only vote once.)

Annual SAME Call for Volunteers Underway

SAME has launched its second annual national Call for Volunteers. We are looking for volunteers who are enthusiastic to become involved and make a difference to help support the 2025 SAME Strategic Plan! 

You can join a Community of Interest steering committee, participate on a task force, or volunteer for an ad-hoc opportunity to share your experiences and expertise.

Have questions or concerns about serving in a national leadership position? The SAME Key Leader Development Committee (KLDC) has compiled a list of myth-busters and is available if you're interested in serving in a leadership role and want to talk with someone with first-hand knowledge. Visit the KLDC webpage to learn more.

The Call for Volunteers is open until April 15, 2021. Click here to complete the survey.

KLDC Helping Grow Leadership Opportunities

Have you always wondered how to become involved at the national level? It’s easy: just let us know you’re interested! In addition to the Call for Volunteers, SAME is excited to announce a new initiative to provide visibility on exciting national leadership opportunities as they come available.

The SAME Volunteer Job Board on the SAME Job Center is just gaining steam, but soon will include advertisements for openings across the Communities of Interest and other key leadership positions. You also can log onto your SAME Member Dashboard and click the “View the Current Opportunity List” for the latest opportunities to step up and expand your SAME involvement.

For additional information on all SAME key leadership positions, or to reach out to someone with experience in each position, we encourage you to visit the SAME Key Leader Development Commission webpage at www.same.org/KLDC. Step up today!

"SAME has incredible leadership opportunities beyond the Post level. SAME also has amazing volunteers. We just need to connect them!"
– Col. Matt Altman, P.E., F.SAME, USAF, Chair, SAME Key Leader Development Commission

SAME Century Book: Pre-Orders Now Open

Now available for pre-order, SAME: The Second Century Begins – Preparing for the Future by Building on the Past is the official publication marking the first 100 years of the Society of American Military Engineers.

Filled with unique archival material from the past century and an unprecedented look at tomorrow, this 100th Anniversary Book is a never-before-attempted survey of SAME’s past, present, and future.

Dive into compelling stories, unique perspectives, and rare insights covering the sweeping contributions of members over the years. This book is the perfect commemoration of SAME’s first century—and the perfect foundation for our second one!

Pre-order your copy at www.same.org/centurybook. Bulk and international orders are available; visit the website for more information. Books expected to ship late spring 2021.

“Once I started reading, I did not want to put it down. And even after 50 years of membership, I kept learning about the fantastic history, members, and leaders of our Society and only became more proud that I too chose to join SAME as a young officer. ”
– Lt. Col. Wendell “Buddy” Barnes, P.E., F.SAME, USA (Ret.), 100th SAME National President

2021 SAME Camps Applications Due March 16

Applications for the 2021 SAME Engineering & Construction Camps are open. The deadline to apply is March 16.

Please note: As of now SAME is proceeding with planning in-person camps (except for Navy Camp, which is virtual as of now). However, our ability to host the camps will depend on the state of COVID going into the summer. We apologize for any inconvenience if we end up having to shift to a virtual camp as we did last year. 

Each year, SAME's Engineering & Construction Camps, in partnership with the military services, provide high school students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior years with unmatched learning and leadership opportunities and hands-on activities. 

Visit www.same.org/stemcamps for more information and to submit an application.

Engineering & Construction Camps Schedule

• SAME/U.S. Army Camp: Vicksburg, Miss. | June 13-19
• SAME/U.S. Marine Corps Camp: Camp Lejeune, N.C. | June 20-26
• SAME/U.S. Air Force Academy Camp: Colorado Spring, Colo. | June 25-July 2 
• SAME/U.S. Air Force Camp: Scott AFB, Ill. | July 26-31
• SAME/U.S. Navy Camp: *camp has already decided to go virtual; dates and camp fee to be determined 

SAME Foundation Adds New Board Members

The SAME Foundation formally welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors this winter: Col. Sal Nodjomian, P.E., F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), Linda McKnight, F.SAME, and Rear Adm. Randall Gardner, P.E., F.SAME, USPHS (Ret.).

These new members join a distinguished group of individuals who are serving on the SAME Foundation Board of Directors, which is led by Hal Rosen, F.SAME (Dist.), Chair, and Tony Leketa, P.E., F.SAME (Dist.), SES (Ret.), Vice-Chair. A total of seven past SAME National Presidents currently serve on the Foundation's Board of Directors.
 

2021 SAME Foundation Board of Directors

Harold Rosen, F.SAME (Dist.), Chair | Anthony Leketa*, P.E., F.SAME (Dist.), SES (Ret.), Vice Chair | Maj. Gen. Timothy Byers*, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.) | Rear Adm. Gary Engle*, P.E., F.SAME, USN (Ret.) | Suzanne DiGeronimo, FAIA, F.SAME | Rear Adm. Randall Gardner, P.E., F.SAME, USPHS (Ret.) | Maj. Gen. Eugene Lupia*, P.E., F.SAME (Dist.), USAF (Ret.) | Angie Martinez, P.E., F.SAME | Linda McKnight, F.SAME (Dist.) | Rear Adm. David Nash*, P.E., F.SAME, USN (Ret.) | Col. Sal Nodjomian*, P.E., F.SAME, USAF (Ret.) | Maj. Gen. John Peabody, P.E., USA (Ret.) | Jane Penny*, P.E., F.SAME (Dist.) | Capt. Robert Schlesinger, P.E., F.SAME, USN (Ret.) | Susan Thames, F.SAME | *Past SAME National President

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Established in 2016, the SAME Foundation is committed to a compelling purpose of fostering engineering leadership for the nation. While its Inaugural Fundraising Campaign concluded in December 2020, the SAME Foundation provides a valuable opportunity for those interested in supporting the leadership needs of the engineering community today and into the future. 

For more information, including financial donations, corporate philanthropy, or planned giving, visit www.same.org/donate.

2021 Virtual JETC Registration Opens Feb. 26

Registration for the 2021 Virtual JETC: An Elevated Experience will open on Feb. 26. 

Built on a robust and highly interactive online platform, designed by leading experts, and delivered by senior government and industry decision-makers, Virtual JETC is THE place to stay up to speed with the latest in the joint engineering community. Hear how your profession is tackling the infrastructure-related national security issues we all face both in this era of Great Power Competition and unprecedented COVID-challenged environment.

Being held May 17-21, Virtual JETC will offer five days of unmatched learning, networking, and collaboration. From connecting with colleagues to enhancing your knowledge base to discussing services and products with exhibitors, experience it all!

For more information, visit www.samejetc.org.

Welcome SAME's Newest Sustaining Members

Since the 1950s, Sustaining Members have played a leading role in making SAME an impactful organization, through active participation in local and national activities, providing subject matter expertise to strengthen our programs, and helping ensure our financial health. Today, SAME has over 1,600 Sustaining Members worldwide.

Welcome to our newest Sustaining Members, which joined SAME in January 2021!

To learn more about SAME Sustaining Members, and search services and capabilities, visit our Sustaining Member Directory at www.same.org/directory. 

Want to join SAME as a Sustaining Member? Learn more about joining today!

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