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Civil engineers build the world's infrastructure. In doing
so, they quietly shape the history of nations around the world. Most
people can not imagine life without the many contributions of civil
engineers to the public's health, safety and standard of living.
Civil engineering's contributions to daily life, including
transportation, clean water and power generation, are magnificent in
scope and functionality.
Simply stated, civil engineers are creative, people-serving and
problem-solving leaders who make our lives easier to live from one
day to the next.
The American Society of Civil Engineers, a professional organization
representing more than 123,000 civil engineers, celebrates its 150th
anniversary in 2002. When the twelve Founders gathered at the Croton
Aqueduct on November 5, 1852, and agreed to incorporate the American
Society of Civil Engineers and Architects, one can only wonder if
they dreamed the profound significance and long-lasting impact ASCE
would have on the overall development of society. They laid a
foundation for what proves to be one of the most prominent
engineering societies in the world.
Today ASCE is a worldwide leader for excellence in civil
engineering. With a mission to advance professional knowledge and
improve the practice of civil engineering, ASCE is a focal point for
the development and transfer of research results, and technical
policy and managerial information. Through strategic emphasis in key
areas, including infrastructure renewal and development, policy
leadership and professional development, ASCE delivers the highest
quality publications, programs and services to its worldwide
membership, demonstrating a daily commitment to sustaining the
profession.
As civil engineering enters a new millennium, the American Society
of Civil Engineers will take the opportunity of its 150th
anniversary to reflect on the profession's rich heritage. Then,
equipped with this knowledge, ASCE will develop flexible,
forward-thinking plans for the future, and start its 151st year with
a renewed foundation for progress, leadership and growth in quality.
The San Diego Chapter was founded in 1915.
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The information above was taken as it appears from:
http://www.asce.org/150/150years.html
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