Construction 101 No great thing is created suddenly. – Epictetus What: Construction Management Where: Gilbane When: Thursday, December 01, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: The coke can activity! Teaching the students how a construction project is managed and the different roles / paths you could take in the field. Important Files: coke-can-construction-activity Blog Quiz: N/A Next Meeting […]
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Architecture 101 We do not create the work. I believe we, in fact, are discoverers. – Glenn Murcutt What: Architecture 101 – What is an Architect & How do you become one Where: Stantec, 224 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1400 When: Thursday, November 17, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: First, we had two presentations on
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Structural Engineering 101 Great design is all about details. With innovative material selection, sensible construction techniques and modern aesthetics one can craft a unique design language that sets a new standard. -Roi James What: Structural Engineering 101 – What is an Engineer & How do you become one Where: Sargent & Lundy, 55 East Monroe St. When:
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Design… Design…Design… “The task ahead of you is never greater than the strength within you.” -Unknown What: Design Build Presentation + Designing the Program Parts Where: VOA Associates, 224 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1400 When: Thursday, February 04, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: First, there was a presentation on last summer’s ACE Design Build. Then, we continued
The chosen one… divide and conquer… “Rarely do we set the high bar one notch above what we think we can clear, and that’s what’s driving me here.” -Henry Worsley, former Army officer from Fulham, London, who was on the brink of making Antarctic history with a solo, unsupported crossing What: Movable Bridges Presentation + Dividing
Pick a bridge and sell the idea… “Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen” -Ralph Waldo Emerson What: Bridge Design + Bridge Presentations Where: VOA Associates, 224 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1400 When: Thursday, January 21, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: The Bridge Design/ Redesign and Construction Challenge begins with a competition
Bridge Analysis… “We build too many walls and not enough bridges.” -Isaac Newton What: Site Analysis Presentation + Bridge Site Visit Where: Gilbane, 225 West Wacker, Suite 2160 (Floor 21) When: Thursday, January 14, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: Site Analysis is an important initial step to a project. During this meeting, we discussed the various site factors that one
The Competition Begins… “Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson What: Owner’s Rep Presentation + Brainstorming Inspirational Boards Where: VOA Associates, 224 South Michigan Ave, Suite 1400 When: Thursday, January 7, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: Important Files: 2015_CIRT Design Competion Boards
Hard Hats, Boots, Safety Glasses…Check ✔️ “Every day should be an adventure.” -Sean D. Tucker What: Construction Management Presentation + Construction Site Visit Where: 5710 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60637 @ University of Chicago Medical Center (just east of Washington Park) When: Thursday, November 17, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: What a great turn out
Career Fair, How, Where, What… “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” -Eleanor Roosevelt What: Career Path Presentations + Discussion Activities Where: Sargent & Lundy, 55 East Monroe Street, Floor 35 When: Thursday, November 10, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Why: This week was all about discussing options for a career path
