Past Events

Spare an evening to go bowling with ASCE MD Younger Members Group! We will be meeting at Bowlero in Columbia on Tuesday, February 28th from 6 PM to 8 PM. Don't wait to register - spots for bowling are extremely limited!

WHERE: Bowlero Columbia, 7100 Carved Stone Road, Columbia, MD 21045

WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 28th, 6-8pm 

PRICE: $10 Member, $15 Non-Member/Guest

RSVP: Join our waitlist! If you have any questions, please email ym@ascemd.org.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration has closed due to the registration limit being met. Please join our waitlist, and we will contact you if more spots become available.

Day-of Contact: David MacGregor, 443-750-5111

Calling all engineers and STEM-related professionals! Here is an opportunity to give back to a future generation of young engineers. The Future City National competition is in need of presentation judges. The event is in Washington, D.C., in-person. Details are below.

WHERE: Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC

WHEN: Monday, February 20th from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm

WHAT: Each year middle school students are tasked with looking to the future and building a city that adapts to the coming changes of society, resource availability, and economics. As a judge you’ll serve on a panel with other volunteers to assess the students’ models and presentations.

HOW: The event organizers provide a quick training, detailed rubrics and scoresheets, plus breakfast and lunch!

REGISTER TODAY: FutureCity.org/register

(When asked for the Region – Select February International Finals, and check off City Presentation Judge.)

Calling all YMG members and students! ASCE Maryland Section is hosting their next career fair on February 8th at the Engineers Club, prior to the monthly Section dinner and PDH event! We would love to meet you at our table at the career fair. Please be sure to register on ASCE Maryland Section's website.

Happy New Year! Is one of your resolutions to try something new? Join ASCE Maryland Younger Members for a fun bouldering (rock climbing) excursion at Movement Hampden. We will be testing our upper body strength starting at 6pm and then cooling off next door at Union Craft Brewing around 8pm (or whenever the rock climbing attendees are finished with the activity). Early registrants could win an ASCE-branded item!

WHERE: 

Movement Hampden, 1700 W 41st St #440, Baltimore, MD 

Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W 41st St #420, Baltimore, MD

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 26th, 6-9pm (Movement 6-8pm; Union 8-9pm)

PRICE: 

Rock Climbing $10 Member, $15 Non-Member/Guest (no cost if you already have a Gym membership or guest pass)

Union Craft Brewing - drinks available for purchase

RSVP: REGISTRATION FOR ROCK CLIMBING IS NOW CLOSED. Please join the waitlist HERE if you are interested in the rock climbing event. If you have any questions, please email ym@ascemd.org.

PLEASE NOTE: The Union Craft Brewing portion of the event is open to anyone. You do not need to join the rock climbing waitlist in order to attend the Union Craft Brewing portion of the event. 

For registered/paid rock climbing attendees: please complete Movement Hampden's waiver prior to the event. https://movementgyms.com/waiver/

Day-of Contact: Tony Gollopeni, (315) 679-9677

It's the holiday season, and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Join us in the Inner Harbor for an evening of festivity and fun. We'll be exploring the German Christmas Village from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, and then sharpening our ice skating skills at the Inner Harbor Ice Rink from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. 

WHERE: Baltimore Christmas Village, 501 Light Street, followed by Inner Harbor Ice Skating, 201 E Pratt Street

WHEN: Thursday Dec. 8th, 5:30pm-7:30pm

PRICE: Christmas Village free to attend; Ice Skating $5 for ASCE members, $7 for non-members 

RSVP: Register at this link to let us know if you'll be attending one of the events, or both! If you have any questions, please email ym@ascemd.org.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration closes on December 7th. Payment for ice skating is due no later than 3:00 PM EST on December 7th. Registration, membership ID, and payment must be confirmed by 3:00 PM EST on December 7th.

Day-of Contact: Susie Gibson (410) 914-7784

It's easy to feel lost while preparing for the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Exam, so join us to find some guidance in our virtual PE Prep Panel and Q&A discussion! A group of engineers who have previously taken the exam have volunteered their time to provide the Younger Members Group with studying tips, test taking strategies, and helpful resources for the exam. Don’t miss out on this chance to get ahead of the curve! Plus, one lucky attendee will receive a $25 Amazon gift card!

WHERE: Zoom Video Conference (Link will be distributed upon successful registration/payment)

WHEN: Wednesday Nov. 16th, 6:30pm-8pm

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members, $5 for non-members* 

*Please email us at ym@ascemd.org if you would like to attend but cannot pay the fee.

RSVP: Required HERE! Registration closes midnight Nov. 15th. 

Contact: Any questions you'd like our panel to answer during the event please send to Leslie at Ltillman@ascemd.org. Any other questions please direct to us at ym@ascemd.org.

Fall is upon us! Join ASCE MD YMG for a fall-themed social event at the Falling Branch Brewery. This farm brewery offers the best fall activities such as a pumpkin patch, corn maze, farm animals, and its own #pumpkinfest2022. Beer, food, and pumpkins are available for purchase. There is no cost to attend this event, and all are welcome. We'll be giving away ASCE-branded merchandise! 

WHERE: Falling Branch Brewery, 825 Highland Road, Street, MD 21154

WHEN: Saturday Oct. 22nd, 2pm-5pm

RSVP: Click the button to RSVP now! (and sign up for carpooling)

Day-Of Contact: Sheharyar Qureshi, squreshi@ascemd.org

ASCE is invited to join the Chesapeake American Water Works Association Young Professionals (CSAWWA YP) Committee’s Fall hiking event! We’ll meet at Trolley Line #9 Trail. It is approximately 3 miles (1.5 miles each way). Lunch social to take place after. Encourage everyone to participate in our goods donation drive. If weather does not permit, social to take place at Main Event located in Columbia Mall. Details to follow if required.

WHERE: 1233 Oella Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
Parking lot A.

WHEN: Saturday Oct. 15th at 10:00am

RSVP: RSVP here, further details to be provided

Contact: Jason Lee (240) 361-3007, Jason.3.Lee@mottmac.com

Welcome to the 2022-2023 year! We are so excited to kick off the year with an in-person social event! Please join the newly elected ASCE MD YMG leadership board at the National Aquarium in Baltimore on September 24th, 4 PM. Bonus! If you register and attend the event, you'll have a chance to receive an ASCE-branded item! Details will be given at the event. If you sign up for the event but are unable to make it, please email ym@ascemd.org as soon as possible.

WHERE: National Aquarium, 501 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202

WHEN: Saturday Sept. 24th, 4pm

PRICE: FREE, for those who register

RSVP: Space is limited, Click the button to RSVP now! 

Registration is required. The event is targeted towards those in the civil engineering industry who would like to meet the new ASCE MD YMG board and learn more about ASCE. 

Day-of Contact: Alyssa Sooklal

Join AWWA this month for a two hour park cleanup and networking opportunity at Burtonsville Local Park. Water, snacks, and trash bags will be provided. Prepare by wearing a hat, close toed shoes, pants, and long sleeves. AWWA also recommends bringing sunscreen, bug spray, and a reusable water bottle. 

WHERE: Burtonsville Local Park, 15700 Oursler Road, Burtonsville, MD 20866

WHEN: July 23 from 9am to 11am

RSVP: Details and registration can be found at THIS LINK

Day-of Contact: Susie Gibson (410) 914-7784

July 20th
A half-hour leadership interest meeting will be held virtually on July 20th at 12:00 PM EST. Please join the leadership board to learn more about the ASCE MD YMG leadership board, open positions, committees, and more. Come with questions!

Meeting link

meet.google.com/oya-esbq-bde

Join by phone

(US) +1 484-424-6775 

PIN: 304420264

Are you interested in joining the ASCE MD YMG leadership board for the 2022-2023 year? We will be hosting an interest hour before the axe throwing event, starting at 6:00 PM, at Urban Axes. Members of the YMG leadership board will provide details and answer questions regarding elections, leadership positions, vacancies, and more. Registration is not required and this interest hour is free for all to attend. PLEASE NOTE: only active dues-paying ASCE members may run for ASCE MD YMG leadership positions.

Registration and payment for the axe throwing event are separate.

WHERE: Urban Axes, 1 N. Haven Street, Baltimore, MD 21224

WHEN: June 16th, 6-7pm

PRICE: FREE

RSVP: None

Join ASCE MD YMG for axe throwing at Urban Axes in Baltimore.  Register if you're interested, and pay through ASCE PayPal before the start of the event. BYO snacks/food. Registration is required, and payment is due on the day of the event. 

WHERE: Urban Axes, 1 N. Haven Street, Baltimore, MD 21224

WHEN: June 16th, 7-9pm

PRICE: $30 per member/student, $40 per non-member/guest

RSVP: Space is limited, Click the left button to RSVP now! 

Let's get together for some beer garden fun at the only Guinness Brewery in the US! ASCE will provide for appetizers only at 6pm. Bring some friends, there's an opportunity to win an ASCE Padfolio!

WHERE: Guinness Open Gate Brewery, 5001 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe, MD 21227

WHEN: Thursday May 19th, 5:30-7:00pm

PRICE: Free to attend for ASCE members, guests/non-members, and students. ASCE will provide for appetizers only. 

The Symposium, formerly known as Conference, is seeking volunteers for a few events. Join some of the YMG Board members on a professional Q&A panel, and more!

1. *Panel is now full, thank you!* No Prep Volunteer Opportunity: ASCE Region II’s Student Symposium is looking for volunteer panelists. The YMG is participating in a panel event Q&A during the Symposium (April 9th from 5pm-6pm) and looking for additional volunteers to join and share their thoughts. Because the Symposium hosts the Steel Bridge and Concrete Canoe competitions, volunteers with structural and geotech backgrounds are specifically encouraged to participate. Panelists will not need to prep speaking material. The panelists will volunteer their time to answer questions from students about internships, the FE, careers, and more. There will also be a social hour and dinner afterward if interested. *Panel is now full, thank you!*

2. Student Competition Volunteer Opportunity: The ASCE Student Symposium is taking place April 9th-10th and looking for volunteer judges for various competitions such as Steel Bridge and Concrete Canoe. Come watch the up-and-coming engineers compete and help judge their skills. If interested, email the leadership group at ym@ascemd.org.

WHERE: Johns Hopkins University and Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD and the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD

WHEN: April 9th-10th

PRICE: Free to volunteer

RSVP: If interested, email the leadership group at ym@ascemd.org.  

In-person events are back!! We are excited to finally be able to see members up close again. Join us for Ice Skating at Patterson Park followed by Happy Hour at Sharky's Bar & Grill! Surprise gift to the person wearing the most green! Bring that Irish spirit and let's have some fun! 

WHERE: Patterson Park Rink (200 S. Linwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224) and Sharky's Bar & Grill (2819 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224)

WHEN: Thursday March 17, 2022 5pm - 6pm and 6pm - 7:30pm

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members and guests. ASCE MD YMG is covering the cost for skating and skate rentals!

RSVP: Optional through Google Calendar

Questions about how to prep for the PE? Curious about what others think about the change computer format? These are just a couple of items we will be going over in our open discussion with members who have taken the exam, either pencil and paper or computer, and will answer questions, provide tips, and give as much help as possible in preparation for the PE. Any questions, send an email to ym@ascemd.org!

WHERE: Zoom - us06web.zoom.us/j/89662140909?pwd=dFo2WG1aSkYySkxQeC9sbEZYMUJPQT09 

WHEN: Thursday February 24, 2022 6:30PM-8PM

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members and guests

RSVP: Optional through Google Calendar

Join us for our Winter Social on Thursday, December 16 at 6:30pm. Wear an ugly sweater and join us for games and conversation on Gather.Town. We will send a link to Gather.Town the week of the event with some customized rooms for our group. Contact ym@ascemd.org to be added to the mailing list or to get the link for just this event.

WHERE: Virtual - Gather.Town gather.town/invite?token=vn1bP6L1-XGrXENn-Hvn7V0EmCvCaYKb 

WHEN: Thursday December 16, 2021 6:30PM-8PM

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members and guests

RSVP: Optional through Google Calendar

We've had a long year and a half of working from home, virtual ASCE events, and spending time with people we know, not making many new connections. We are excited to invite you to a virtual networking event next Thursday at 6:30pm - Speed Networking!

This is an opportunity to meet and talk to new people in your field. We'll have prompted discussion in short breakout rooms, rotating through different people.

WHERE: Virtual - Zoom     https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84425718840?pwd=VmhzN3NwcjhJUWZNR2NRY1o5N2Y2UT09

WHEN: Thursday November 18, 2021 6:30PM-8PM

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members and guests

RSVP: Optional through Google Calendar

Many engineers consider pursuing graduate education at some point in their careers. The decision is complex and one has to consider the benefit vs. investment, if a business or engineering degree would be more marketable, the value of a masters vs a PhD and many others.

Please join us on Thursday, October 14th from 6:30PM to 8PM virtually for to hear how five ASCE younger members answered these questions. Bring questions for the Q&A portion of the meeting!

WHERE: Virtual - Zoom     https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82795147375?pwd=aGNwZ0FUTDFWYkpDbVpIbnhsMFZhdz09 

WHEN: Thursday October 14, 2021 6:30PM-8PM

PRICE: FREE for ASCE members and guests

RSVP: Optional through Google Calendar