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SEAOG Newsletter - September 2026 
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Looking Ahead Together
SEAOG is beginning a strategic planning effort to build on what’s working well and explore how we can better serve our members and Georgia’s structural engineering community.
We’re starting with conversations across the board about our programs, priorities, and the work that supports them. These discussions will help shape a practical plan for the coming years, with a focus on member value and supporting the volunteers who make SEAOG’s work possible.
Member perspectives will be an important part of this process. As the work develops, we’ll share updates and opportunities to help shape the direction. We look forward to building SEAOG’s next chapter together.
Event Recap
SUMMER SOCIAL AT TKE
The SEAOG Summer Social at TKE was a memorable way to close out the season, bringing members together for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the TK Elevator Testing Tower. The 60-minute guided experience highlighted TKE's state-of-the-art research and development labs, showroom exhibits, and new elevator technologies. A networking reception followed the tour.
A special thank-you to our event sponsor, Townley Kenton, for helping make this year's Summer Social a success!
YOUNG MEMBERS GROUP PE/SE PANEL
Thank you to everyone who attended the recent YMG PE/SE Panel Discussion and contributed to such an engaging and insightful exchange. We extend our sincere appreciation to our newly licensed panelists Joshua Garrett, PE, Matthew Soong Hamrick, Sung Yeob Lim and Will Shirley, P.E., S.E. for generously sharing their insights, proven study strategies, and firsthand perspectives on successfully navigating the licensing path.
ENGINEERS AT GROUND ZERO DOCUMENTARY SCREENING
SEAOG members gathered on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 for a screening of Engineers at Ground Zero, a documentary produced by SEAoNY that highlights the vital role structural engineers played as second responders after the attacks. We were honored to welcome William (Bill) Lyons, III of the SEAoNY 9/11 Structural Engineers Memorial Committee, who shared meaningful perspective on the film and its legacy. The event served as a tribute to those lost and a reminder to never forget.
Upcoming Events
OCTOBER MEETING - GERDAU STEEL MILL TOUR
Join us on Wednesday, October 21 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm to celebrate Steel Days at the Gerdau's Steel Mill in Cartersville, Georgia. Prior to the tour, Gerdau's mill team and metallurgist will provide a brief presentation about the steel production process, the science behind producing steel, and how it relates to the design characteristics we use as structural engineers. During the facility tour, participants will get an up-close look at the complete steel production process, from raw materials to the finished product. Click here to register early and secure your spot!
PPE is required.
To celebrate Steel Days, SEAOG will be raffling off 2 Steel Construction Manuals to attendees! Note that space is limited to only 30 participants.
GREAT SE SHAKEOUT
Join over 530,000 people currently registered for this year's International ShakeOut Day!
On October 15, you can join people across the Southeast U.S. practicing earthquake safety. While we encourage you to participate with everyone, you can register your ShakeOut drill for any day of the year, and drill at a time of your choice. You can also include people in multiple locations through video conferencing. Click here to learn more.
CalOES SAP Training
NCSEA is hosting the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) Safety Assessment Program (SAP), on October 14 from 10:00AM -3:30PM. This SAP training course provides engineers, architects and code-enforcement professionals with the basic skills required to perform safety assessments of structures following disasters. Licensed design professionals and certified building officials will be eligible for SAP Evaluator certification and credentials following completion of this program and submission of required documentation. Attendees will be able to received 5 continuing education credits for attending. Register here today!
2026 NCSEA SUMMIT
Join engineers across the country for the NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit in San Francisco on October 27-30, 2026. Connect with leaders, innovators, and rising talent while exploring what's shaping the future of structural engineering. NCSEA Members receive a discounted registration rate. Click here to register and learn more!
SE3
SE3’s (Structural Engineering Engagement and Equity) mission is to raise awareness and promote dialogue on professional practice issues in order to improve engagement and equity in the structural engineering profession. Our goals are wide-ranging and our work is broad in scope to provide opportunities for professional development on diversity & inclusion initiatives. Everyone is encouraged to join our mission!
Read.Watch.Listen
Check out NCSEA SE3’s September Issue of Read.Watch.Listen, a forum to share and promote conversations of DEI resources.
This month’s topic is The Meaning and Value of Diversity.
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We have some exciting activities planned for 2026-27 including mentorship opportunities and diversity initiatives. For more information on SE3 related topics or to get involved with the GA chapter of SE3, contact [email protected].
Publicity Committee Update
RECAP
GT ASCE Student Chapter Meeting
On Thursday, September 17, SEAOG attended the Student ASCE chapter meeting at Georgia Tech to present on structural engineering and the latest code changes in IBC 2024. We had a very interested and engaged crowd and look forward to engaging with our student engineers more regularly in the near future
UPCOMING EVENTS
Porches and Pie Fest STEM Tent
On Saturday, October 3, SEAOG will be partnering with HYPE for the kids STEM tent at Porches and Pies Fest at Adair Park for the second year. Last time, we had over 150 kids participate in our spooky STEM activity. This year, in partnership with the Young Members Group, we’ll be helping the kids build candy catapults to learn about forces, moments, and angles. HYPE is an organization that empowers girls of color with technology skills and prepares them to become future leader in tech careers, cultivating a pipeline of diverse talent for the tech industry. If you’re interested in joining us or want more information, contact [email protected].
ACEC STEM Day
On October 17, SEAOG will be partnering once again with ACEC for STEM Day, a half-day program designed to introduce kids to engineering. Along with almost 20 other engineering, architectural, and manufacturing companies, we expect hundreds of kids to come through. We’ll be having the kids build paper towers (with some spooky Halloween stickers for décor) to learn about structural engineering principles. This has been a fantastic event in years past, so it should be another fun day! If you’re interested in joining us or want more information, contact [email protected].
Stone Mountain Middle School STEM Night
On Tuesday, November 17th, SEAOG will be participating in STEM Night at Stone Mountain Middle School from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. We’ll be speaking about structural engineering and the roadmap to becoming an engineer. We will also be leading the 6th to 8th graders in a hands-on STEM activity. If you’re interested in joining us or want more information, contact [email protected].
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in volunteering for any of the below activities, please contact [email protected]:
South Forsyth High School (Forsyth County)
- Need: Speakers
- Date & Time: October 1st, 4:00pm
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Notes: The South Forsyth HS AI Club is looking for students, faculty, or alumni to speak about AI and computer science, share their experiences and career paths, lead a workshop, or answer students’ questions. They are especially interested in speakers who can introduce students to real-world applications of AI and computer science, including software development, building websites and applications, startups, research.
Oakcliff Traditional Theme School (Cobb County)
- Need: Presenters
- Date & Time: November 5th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm
- Grades: K-5th
- Notes: Sanders Elementary is looking for engaging classroom presentations or activities during 20- to 30-minute rotations. Students are especially interested in: robotics and drones; hands-on science experiments; student-led interactive activities; virtual reality experiences; astronomy/space exploration; or other creative and innovative STEAM demonstrations.
