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ASCE President Andrew Herrmann Talks Certification

Current ASCE President, Andrew Herrmann, PE, SECB, F.ASCE, stresses the importance of specialty certification for civil engineers. His column, "Give Yourself the Edge" in this months Message from the President, explains the advantages of holding an advanced credential, such as the D.GE, when competing in the job market. This is especially important to younger engineers who need to differentiate themselves from their counterparts. Read the full article on ASCE's website by clicking here.

Herrmann, a structural engineer, is a principal with Hardesty & Hanover, LLP. He received his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Valparaiso University, Indiana, and his master’s degree from the Polytechnic Institute of New York, which is now known as POLY-NYU. Herrmann is a registered professional engineer in 29 states and is a resident of Pittsburgh, PA.

S. Scot Litke Inducted into ADSC Hall of Fame

Congratulations to S. Scot Litke for being inducted into the ADSC Hall of Fame at their recent Expo in San Antonio! The induction portion of the President’s Award Luncheon was recognized as the most "special moment" of the Expo. Scot joins a very select group, as only ten others have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Scot served as the Executive Director of the International Association of Foundation Drilling for over 27 years before stepping down a few years ago. He is currently Editor in Chief of Foundation Drilling Magazine, an award winning publication. In addition, he is the Public Board member of the Academy of Geo-Professionals and represents the interests of "the people". Scot has made many contributions to the Academy in the nearly three years of service and continues to make significant impacts in the geotechnical profession, even in his semi-retired status.

The ADSC - International Association of Foundation Drilling was founded in 1972 in the state of Texas. It is a professional, international, not-for-profit trade association representing heavy civil construction/design industries, including anchored earth retention, drilled shafts and micropiles. To read past issues of Foundation Drilling Magazine, please click here.

Interview with Scott Huntsman

The staff at AGP and G-I had the privilege of interviewing Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering, Scott Huntsman. A shortened version of the interview is featured in the March/April 2012 issue of Geo-Strata Magazine. In it, he answers questions about his past education and work experiences. He also gives us a peek into what he likes to do when he's not working. Find out more about Scott, click here, to see the entire interview.

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"DIPLOMATE ADVANTAGE" BROCHURE READY FOR DOWNLOAD

Civil Engineering Certification, Inc. (CEC) has developed a brochure for Diplomates to give to their clients that explains the advantages of hiring a Diplomate of the Academy of Geo-Professionals. To download a copy of the brochure, please click here.

"Certification is a demonstration of expertise and experience in a specialized field. It sets us apart from those who have not attained this level. Ideally, clients will recognize the value of specialty certification, and require it as part of their selection processes."

- Blaine Leonard, P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE, Pres.10.ASCE

"Earning a college degree in engineering is a significant accomplishment,"

said Arlan Rippe, P.E., D.GE, F.ASCE, AGP Immediate Past-President.

"Specialty certification provides an advanced certificate of achievement, which greatly enhances the engineer's career development. It also gives the public further confidence in the competence of our geo-professionals."