Prep KC and Project Lead the Way are in need of volunteers for various STEM events throughout the winter and spring months. These events offer excellent opportunities to volunteer and positively impact students as they grow. They are also a great way for MSPE members to get involved in additional STEM events.
Prep KC provides the students in their partner schools with opportunities to engage with business professionals and higher education faculty to help young people explore their futures and see the relevance of rigorous academic preparation in high school and beyond. Their mission is to "Create and implement strategies to improve college and career preparation for Kansas City's urban students."
Project Lead The Way is the nation’s leading provider of rigorous STEM education for elementary, middle and high school students. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, innovation and real-world problem solving.
For additional information and to sign up as a volunteer, follow the links below.
Prep KC:
http://www.prepkc.org/volunteers/
https://us1.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=7e1d02c2ee19254b3f2d8290f&id=a318329666
Project Lead the Way:
https://www.innovationportal.org/page/connected
PLTW Volunteer Opportunities Spring 2020
Volunteers needed for MATHCOUNTS Competition!
MATHCOUNTS competition is a nationwide extracurricular math program for grades 6-8. This competition is a great way for young, brilliant minds to push themselves in mathematics and compete in a fun and challenging environment. MSPE Western Chapter is the host of the MATHCOUNTS Western Missouri competition. Your help is essential to make the event run smoothly and showcase the incredible strengths of the engineering profession.
Volunteers will help with check-in, test proctoring, and grading. Volunteer for part or all of the day! Anyone can volunteer including MSPE members, family members, responsible children, friends, etc. Be sure to stick around (volunteering or as a spectator) for the impressive head-to-head Countdown Round in the afternoon.
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2020. 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Where: Burns & McDonnell - 9400 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114
Please sign up by Friday, January 24th.
Contact Adam Wilkerson, anwilkerson@burnsmcd.com, or Eric Strack, estrack@hntb.com, with questions.
Join us in Jefferson City on February 7th to recognize all newly licensed P.E.'s in the state of Missouri. After the ceremony, newly licensed P.E.'s and their friends & family are invited to attend a cookie and punch reception on the 3rd-floor rotunda of the Capitol. This biannual event is hosted jointly with the Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyor, and Professional Landscape Architects.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Newly Licensed P.E. Certificate Presentation (Includes family, friends, employers)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cookie and punch reception following ceremony on 3rd floor of Capitol rotunda
3:00pm - 3:30 pm Order of the Engineer Ceremony
Graduate and registered engineers are invited to accept the Obligation of the Engineer and purchase a stainless steel ring (for $15). The ceremonies are conducted by Links (local sections) of the Order. The Order is not a membership organization; there are never any meetings to attend or dues to pay. Instead, the Order fosters a unity of purpose and the honoring of one’s pledge lifelong. The Obligation is a creed similar to the oath attributed to Hippocrates (460-377 B.C.) that is generally taken by medical graduates and which sets forth an ethical code. The Obligation likewise, contains parts of the Canon of Ethics of major engineering societies. Initiates, as they accept it voluntarily, pledge to uphold the standards and dignity of the engineering profession and to serve humanity by making the best use of Earth’s precious wealth
Graduate and registered engineers are invited to accept the Obligation of the Engineer and purchase a stainless steel ring (for $15). The ceremonies are conducted by Links (local sections) of the Order.
The Order is not a membership organization; there are never any meetings to attend or dues to pay. Instead, the Order fosters a unity of purpose and the honoring of one’s pledge lifelong.
The Obligation is a creed similar to the oath attributed to Hippocrates (460-377 B.C.) that is generally taken by medical graduates and which sets forth an ethical code. The Obligation likewise, contains parts of the Canon of Ethics of major engineering societies. Initiates, as they accept it voluntarily, pledge to uphold the standards and dignity of the engineering profession and to serve humanity by making the best use of Earth’s precious wealth
Volunteers needed for RooBuilders Competition!
RooBuilders is a high school and middle school basswood bridge building competition where students design, build, and test their customized bridge. At this event, students learn about structural engineering, teamwork, and career paths. We are seeking judges to evaluate the student’s submitted videos and model bridges for specification criteria and then load testing their bridges. Roobuilders is a rewarding volunteer experience through meeting students and discussing basic engineering principles with them.
Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2020
Location: Pierson Auditorium in the Atterbury Student Center on UMKC’s Campus
5000 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64110
Time: 10am-12pm
The following is a link to the webpage with more information and the rules for the competition: https://sce.umkc.edu/roobuilders/
Please email Caleb Mitchell at cbmitchell@burnsmcd.com if you are interested.
Join MSPE for Capitol Day in Jefferson City on February 11th!
JEFFERSON CITY - Members of the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers are requested to advocate for industry issues at the 2019 Capitol Day. On February 11th, MSPE teams up with ACEC Missouri and the Missourians for Transportation Investment’s advocacy day to spend the day learning and meeting with state legislators. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to help educate lawmakers on issues of importance to Licensed Professional Engineers!
Agenda:
9:00 AM: Arrive at MSPE Office (200 E. McCarty Street)
9:30 AM: MSPE Advocacy Discussion
10:00 AM: Capitol Day Orientation Meeting
11:00 AM: Legislative Visits at Capitol
3:00 PM: Capitol Day Concludes
Member Registration Fee: FREE
To give MSPE the best opportunity to schedule legislative visits with local legislator, please register by January 31st.
Don't Know Your Legislators?
Use this tool from the State of Missouri to find out who your local, statewide, and federal representatives are!
Discover Engineering Day
Saturday, February 15th 2020
Time: 12:00 - 3:00 (Visit at your leisure during this time)
Cost: FREE TO ALL, no RSVP required
INFORMATION: Every year in February the Missouri Society of
Professional Engineers (MSPE) hosts a “Discover Engineering”
event targeted to elementary aged students and people
elementary aged at heart. The event has many different activities
and demonstrations that show different aspects of engineering.
LOCATION: Drury University Findlay Student Center Ballroom
PARKING: On Drury campus and neighborhood
CONTACT: If you have questions or are interested in having a demonstration or activity contact:
Matthew Pierson (417) 837-2320 or matthewpierson@missouristate.edu
Date:
Friday, February 21, 2020
Time:
10:00 AM Booth set-up
10:30 AM Exhibits open & Networking
11:30 AM Luncheon
12:00 PM Awards
12:30 PM Presentation
Location:
Downtown Marriott Muehlebach Tower
Imperial/Colonial Ballroom
200 West 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64105
Parking:
Barney Allis Plaza Central Garage or Marriott Hotel Parking
Discounted parking available at rate of $7 per vehicle. Vouchers provided day of event.
Cost:
$ 5,000 Presenting Sponsor
$ 2,500 Platinum Sponsor
$ 1,500 Gold Sponsor
$ 750 Silver Sponsor
(See sponsor benefits below)
$ 475.00 Table of 10
$ 50.00 Individuals in advance
$ 60.00 Individuals at the door (checks or credit card only)
$ 30.00 Student Award winner guest in advance
$ 30.00 Retired & unemployed members of MSPE or KSPE in advance
$ 200.00 Booth rental*
$ 100.00 Booth* - Professional Organization
$ 0.00 Booth rental* - School (First Table Free)
$ 100.00 Booth rental* - School (Each Additional Table)
*Power and wifi access will be available for all booths
Menu:
- Tuscan Country Salad
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast
- Tomato Vodka Sauce
- Grilled Artichokes
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- KC Lite Cheesecake or Flourless Chocolate Fudge Torte
- Coffee or Tea
*Mention special dietary needs in the comment field when registering.
Reservations:
Must be received by 12:00 PM, Friday, February 14, 2020,
Mail in registration formPayment & attached form (checks Payable to: "WC MSPE Education Foundation") mailed to:
WC MSPE Education Foundation
PO Box 8724, Kansas City, MO 64114-0724
Program:
The Engineer of the Year from KSPE Eastern Chapter and Young Engineer of the Year from MSPE Western Chapter and the top student winners from MathCounts, Bridge Building and Future Cities competitions will be honored. Following the awards will be a presentation by our Keynote Speaker.
Presentation:
TBD
Keynote Speaker:
ENR Midwest Editor and Associate Technology Editor Jeff Yoders has been writing about design and construction innovations for 20 years. He is a two-time Jesse H. Neal award winner and multiple ASBPE winner for his tech coverage. Jeff previously launched Building Design + Construction's building information modeling blog and wrote a geographic information systems column at CE News. He also wrote about materials prices, construction procurement and estimation for MetalMiner.com. He lives in Chicago, the birthplace of the skyscraper, where the pace of innovation never leaves him without a story to chase.
Sponsorships:
Your company will be featured at this Celebration with a multitude of benefits depending on your Sponsorship level. Some benefits include a complimentary booth, a table of 10 in premium locations, and your corporate logo in the program and in the slide show displayed during the luncheon for fees ranging from $750.00-$5,000.00.
Please see Sponsorship Packages below for details.
Sponsor-A-Student:
Did you order too many tickets or want to "sponsor-a-student"? Invite a High School student who is a "Project Lead The Way", "First Robotics" participant, or an Engineering student from UMKC to join you and your group at your table. This is an excellent way to get to know a future colleague. Please indicate the number of students you are willing to sponsor when registering.
Exhibit Booths:
The pre-function lobby area will be available to universities, companies and professional societies to host an exhibit.
Business Journal Supplement:
You or someone in your firm or organization is highly encouraged to submit articles for consideration for publication in the Kansas City Business Journal Supplement that will be published and distributed in the February 21 KCBJ edition. If you would like to submit an article for publication, please contact:
Cody E. Porter, P.E., E-week Committee, 816-701-3155, cody.porter@wilsonco.com
The due date for submitting articles is: January 10, 2020. If your firm or organization would like to advertise in this special Edition of the KCBJ supplement, please contact:
Tracey Passantino, 816-777-2227, tpassantino@bizjournals.com
Advertising space reservations are due: January 17, 2020.
More Information:
Celebration:
Tony Rome, P.E., E-week Committee, 913-895-6001, tony.rome@opkansas.org
Tom Greer, P.E., E-week Committee, 816-627-4777, tmgreer@burnsmcd.com
KCBJ Articles:
Cody Porter, P.E., E-week Committee, 816-701-3155, cody.porter@wilsonco.com
KCBJ Ads:
Tracey Passantino, KCBJ Representative, 816-777-2227, tpassantino@bizjournals.com
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Presenting Sponsor (Limit 1) - $5000
Your company will be the E-Week Presenting Sponsor with Advertising and Recognition as such (see below). Benefits include an Exhibitor’s Booth (double the space), and three Tables of 10 front and center at the Luncheon. Additional Luncheon seats receive a discount of 25%.
Platinum Sponsor (Limit 2) - $2500
Your company will be a Platinum Sponsor with Advertising and Recognition as such (see below). Benefits include an Exhibitor’s Booth (double the space), and two Tables of 10 in premium location at the Luncheon. Additional Luncheon seats receive a discount of 15%.
Gold Sponsor - $1500
Your company will be a Gold Sponsor with Advertising and Recognition as such (see below). Benefits include an Exhibitor’s Booth, and one Table of 10 in premium location at the Luncheon. Additional Luncheon seats receive a discount of 10%.
Silver Sponsor - $750
Your company will be a Silver Sponsor with Advertising and Recognition as such (see below). Benefits include an Exhibitor’s Booth, and a Half Table (5 seats) at the Luncheon. Additional Luncheon seats receive a discount of 5%.
ADVERTISING/RECOGNITION TIERS
Presenting Sponsor: Your Company’s logo is added to all materials as 'Presenting Sponsor', which includes all communications prior to the luncheon, the printed program, the Luncheon slideshow, verbal recognition during the Luncheon, and the table listing posters outside of the Luncheon Room.
Platinum Sponsor: Your Company’s logo will be displayed in the printed program and the Luncheon slideshow, and your company will be given verbal recognition during the Luncheon.
Gold Sponsor: Your Company’s logo will be displayed during the Luncheon slideshow, your company name in the printed program, and your company will receive verbal recognition during the Luncheon.
Silver Sponsor: Your Company’s name will be displayed during the Luncheon slideshow and in the printed program, and your company will receive verbal recognition during the Luncheon.
Save the Date!
MSPE 2020 Annual Convention June 15-17, 2020 Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center 2601 S. Providence Road Columbia, MO 65203
Office: 573-636-4861Fax: 573-636-5475200 E. McCarty St., Ste 200Jefferson City, MO 65101
