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The Fairbanks Chapter will continue the annual Engineers Week Banquet tradition on Saturday, February 22. This year, the chapter will recognize the significant contribution of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) to Alaska by celebrating the 50th anniversary of construction, which commenced on March 27, 1975. Phil Wight, assistant professor of History, Arctic & Northern Studies at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, will offer the keynote presentation – The Hidden Histories of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. He will explore some of the fascinating but obscure stories behind one of the world’s largest pipelines.

ASPE will also recognize outstanding engineers with the annual Engineer of the Year awards (nomination forms are out now) and award two scholarships – the Haneman Travel Award and the AEEF Scholarship – during the awards presentations.

Fairbanks E-Week Banquet

When: Feb 22, 2025; 5:30 – 8:30 PM (Dinner starts at 6:30)

Where: Pike’s Waterfront Lodge

Guest Speaker: Phil Wight, Assistant Professor of History, Arctic & Northern Studies at UAF

Keynote Topic: “The Hidden Histories of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline” – Exploring the obscure stories behind one of the world’s largest pipelines.

For more information: Please contact samuel@designalaska.com

The Alaska MATHCOUNTS program is essential to showing middle school students the beauty of mathematics and preparing them to pursue engineering degrees and STEM careers. The MATHCOUNTS program is fueled by volunteers and is a great way for members of the Alaska Society of Professional Engineers to engage with youth at the local, state, and national levels. Please consider volunteering by serving as a coach or assisting with an upcoming activity or event.

We are also requesting both individual and engineering company contributions to help support the 2024-2025 program season, particularly the State Competition in Anchorage, scheduled for March 8, 2025. Please take this request to heart! Donations can be made online.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please reach out to Clark Milne, the MATHCOUNTS Alaska state coordinator, at Milne@mosquitonet.com or 907-322-8887.

Access AEEF scholarship information and guidelines

When: 2025 Scholarship Application Deadline Midnight January 10, 2025

Where: The applications can be found at:  alaskaeef.org/Scholarships

The scholarship awards will be given out at the E-Week Banquet. 

Who: Scholarship opportunities are available to High School and College students. 

More information: The applications can be found at  alaskaeef.org/Scholarships

On Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, the Alaska Chapter of ASID (The American Society of Interior Designers) will be hosting their annual full-day of learning, Inform 2025, at the Seed Lab in Anchorage, AK.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, Inform 2025 offers something for everyone. Get ready to be inspired, learn from the best, and connect with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and expand your network. Tickets can be reserved through this link. See you there!

EWeek (Engineers Week), has been scheduled this year for February 16 – 22, 2025. The typical programming includes presentations & competitions geared for students, scholarship opportunities, and a banquet dinner honoring the Engineering Excellence Awards, and Engineer of the Year.

To learn more about this year’s planned events, please visit the EWeek website.

To nominate a project for the Engineering Excellence Awards, please review the entry guidelines below.