UK - ASCE Activities

 
 
 
ASCE student chapters and clubs have been involved in constructing and racing concrete canoes on the local and regional level since the early 1970's.  The first national competition came into exisistence in 1988.  Today, the UK ASCE student chapter participates in this competition annually.  The competition now also involves a lot more than just constructing and racing a canoe.  The competition has expanded to include a technical paper and presentation on the canoe construction and design elements.  Preparation for this event begins early in the fall semester.  If interested in finding out how you can get involved contact John Greenwell.

 
Steel Bridge
The Student Steel Bridge Competition is sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and co-sponsored by the American Society of Civil Engineers, the American Iron and Steel Institute, the James F. Lincoln Arc Welding Foundation, and the National Steel Bridge Alliance. This intercollegiate challenge requires civil engineering students to design, fabricate, and construct a steel bridge. Regional competitions take place every spring and the top two finishers at the regional competition advance to compete at the national competition held over Memorial Day Weekend each year. To find out more about the UK ASCE steel bridge team contact Dr. Blandford or Balu Datchanamourty.

 
Community Service

Every month, UK ASCE participates in at least one service project to benefit UK Students, the UK community, and/or the Lexington community at-large.  Over the past several years, we have participated in such projects as:

  • Serving Meals at the Salvation Army
  • Collecting donations for the HOPE Center
  • Grading papers at MATHCOUNTS
  • Organizing games for UK Engineering day
  • Preparing Thanksgiving baskets at God's Pantry
  • Small building projects for people in need
  • Purchasing gifts for the annual "Giving Tree"
  • Hosting parties at UK Children's hospital
  • Volunteering at Reforest the Bluegrass

All community service activities are announced at the monthly meetings.  Please contact Josh Phillips with any ideas or suggestions.

 
Field Trips
 
Field trips are a great way to see the results of engineering works in real world applications.  Every semester the UK ASCE chapter plans at least one trip to a local engineering project or manufacturing plant.  These trips are a great way to learn more about the field of civil engineering.  Contact Amy Shortridge for details about the upcoming events.