<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ASCE Orange County Branch]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE OC Branch]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/newsletters</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:35:48 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://website3925.wixsite.com/asceocbranch/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC President's Column: Quarter 1 2026 Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ASCE Orange County Branch continued this fiscal year with great momentum! We had some fantastic Institute events and joint Branch/Institute events, received a number of annual sponsorship renewals, and have an exciting calendar lined up for the remainder of the year. The Construction Institute hosted their marquee annual event – Hard Hats &#38; Heels – during Women in Construction Week with a remarkable turnout of ~100 people. The Branch partnered with the Environmental &#38; Water Resources...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-president-s-column-quarter-1-2026-update</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8e0b74b5dfe0bfdb1ae68</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0e2fb6_6fdce7358a7e4a2aa5044a1c6f18da1d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_980,h_552,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Eric Pheifer, PE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Government Relations: 2026 Legislative Fly-In at Washington, DC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early spring in Washington, D.C., set the stage for this year’s American Society of Civil Engineers Legislative Fly-In, an annual event that brings civil engineers from across the country to Capitol Hill. The event emphasized the importance of consistent advocacy and the role engineers play in connecting federal policy decisions to real community needs. California Delegation at ASCE Legislative Fly-In 2026 at Washington, DC Participants centered their discussions on the latest federal and...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-government-relations-2026-legislative-fly-in-at-washington-dc</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8d0ed4b5dfe0bfdb19404</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:14:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_c89f2266ec9c4cc889907b5611d30e86~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marionne Lapitan, EIT, ENV SP</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC University Outreach: Mock Interview Workshop]]></title><description><![CDATA[On February 7th, ASCE OC University Outreach hosted the annual Mock Interview Workshop at the Geocon office in Irvine. The event was a great way for students to practice their interviewing skills with different outreach chairs and volunteers, and to learn about the types of questions that may be asked during an interview. Students had 10-minute rounds of interviews, and once the sessions were complete, they received feedback from their interviewers for 5 minutes. Some students who were not...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-university-outreach-mock-interview-workshop-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8da4c495b6130435314e2</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_85fff024a90740f1bdfd07c1f41164bb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Christine Tawfik</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Community Service: E-Week 2026 Welfare Wednesday – Creating STEM Greeting Cards for Hospitalized Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[E-Week features many initiatives to empower future engineers. One way we do this is through service, and making these greeting cards was the perfect way to impact our communities while adding in a bit of STEM flair. The Community Service committee organized the Creating STEM Greeting Cards event at Zephyr Rail to make cards for children undergoing pediatric care. We had dinner, crafted the cards together, and made an impact. Our members enjoyed being able to give back to their community while...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-community-service-e-week-2026-welfare-wednesday-creating-stem-greeting-cards-for-hospital</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8dffcf8d5a811544d6f89</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_1ed2764d5be847c49aaa297dcc813621~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Brisa Bernal</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC University Outreach: E-Week 2026 Mindful Monday – Young Professionals Panel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kicking off Engineers Week 2026, university students had the opportunity to attend “Mindful Monday,” a Young Professionals panel hosted by the ASCE Orange County Younger Member Forum. The event brought together experienced civil engineers who shared valuable insight about their journeys transitioning from students to full‑time professionals, and hearing their perspectives offered lessons that extended far beyond the classroom, especially in areas like work–life balance, organization and...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-university-outreach-mindful-monday-young-professionals-panel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8dbc5f8d5a811544d6890</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_33bb381efaaf447d82ae1584f8cbd736~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kaden Revelo</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Younger Member Forum: Western Region Younger Member Council 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the ASCE Orange County Younger Member Forum (OC YMF) recently traveled to Reno, Nevada, to participate in the Western Regional Younger Member Council (WRYMC), part of the ASCE Multi-Region Leadership Conference. The event brought together young professionals, students, and ASCE leaders from across the western United States for a weekend of leadership development, collaboration, and networking. ASCE Orange County Younger Member Forum Members at WRYMC 2026 in Reno, Nevada WRYMC...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-younger-member-forum-western-region-younger-member-council-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8d26f4b5dfe0bfdb1966b</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_21806716448e477f972121890937f168~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Samuel Saldivar, PE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Branch &#38; EWRI: Santiago Creek Dam (Irvine Lake) - Large Scale Civil Improvements]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE OC Branch, in partnership with the Environmental and Water Resources Institute (EWRI), recently hosted a technical luncheon highlighting the Santiago Creek Dam (Irvine Lake) Large-Scale Civil Improvements Project. The event welcomed approximately 60 engineers, students, and water resources professionals interested in learning about the future upgrades to Santiago Creek Dam and Irvine Lake. The presentation featured three speakers representing the project’s owner and designers. Jacob...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-branch-ewri-santiago-creek-dam-irvine-lake-large-scale-civil-improvements</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8dd75f8d5a811544d6bb6</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_09d88571589043ec9500a6a252143e77~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_600,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ben Smith, PE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC K-12 Outreach: E-Week 2026 Future Friday - Orange County Water District Tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[This tour, held during Engineer's Week, brought high school students from the surrounding area to be able to see the Orange County Water District’s facility. Here, they got to learn about what OCWD does in filtering water from OC Sanitation to be ready for groundwater replenishment. After a brief introduction to the engineering behind the facility, OCWD gave a tour of the facility, explaining the different steps in the water purification process. In the end, we all went to drink the purified...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-k-12-outreach-e-week-2026-future-friday-orange-county-water-district-tour</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8df031377edc3639ec5b9</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_39eb8ecc175e4875bc5123e1fbcd31cb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_832,h_555,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Brisa Bernal</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Construction Institute: A Sold-Out Hard Hats &#38; Heels 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, March 6, 2026, the ASCE Orange County Construction Institute proudly hosted its sold-out 3rd Annual Hard Hats &#38; Heels: Celebrating Southern California Women in Construction at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Irvine-Spectrum. Set against a beautiful sunny backdrop, the evening welcomed over 100 attendees, including industry professionals, leaders, students, and advocates, to celebrate women in construction.   Guests arrived in spring-inspired business casual attire and enjoyed a...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-construction-institute-a-sold-out-hard-hats-heels-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8d884f8d5a811544d62ae</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_e46ff6e7df0146f9beda0c46ec963abb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Natalie Luna, PE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Membership: Welcome New Members - Quarter 1 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the American Society of Civil Engineers! We are happy you joined us in ASCE's Orange County Branch. Remember, there are 101 ways to benefit from your membership with ASCE. Become involved, educate yourself on an engineering topic outside of your expertise, and build relationships with others in the industry - to name a few. Learn More About Your Membership Here:   https://www.asce.org/membership Please contact a Board Member if you have questions or a Committee Chair to become...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-membership-welcome-new-members-quarter-1-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c8cb6bf8d5a811544d4ce1</guid><category><![CDATA[March 2026]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_307cd19de0034546bbb4cee97fd3b2c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ASCE OC Membership Committee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC President's Column: Kicking-Off FY 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2025/2026 fiscal year is off to a great start for the ASCE Orange County Branch!  We kicked off the year with a Happy Hour event at Hangar 24 on October 9 and hosted one of our annual marquee events, History &#38; Heritage / Student Scholarship Night , at the Norma Hertzog Community Center on November 6. Our Institutes hosted a variety of excellent events, including technical presentations (Geotechnical Institute: Emergency Stabilization of a Coastal Landslide ; Utility Engineering &#38;...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-president-s-column-kicking-off-fy-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6948659754f477c1ea148b32</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_2c0bee808fc44a12ac624db158849a83~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_720,h_675,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Eric Pheifer, PE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE CSU Fullerton: Annual ASCE OC YMF Game Night]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE OC YMF hosted its annual Game Night, bringing together ASCE student chapters from across Orange County for an evening filled with games, laughter, and connection. The event served as a unique opportunity for students from different universities to interact outside of the classroom and strengthen the sense of community within ASCE OC. Attendees enjoyed a variety of interactive games that encouraged teamwork and friendly competition while providing a relaxed environment for conversation...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-csu-fullerton-annual-asce-oc-ymf-game-night</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694874136cebe7424b323455</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f8e0969314f843dc850f91d72890b2b2~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ASCE CSU Fullerton Student Chapter</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC EWRI: Newport Bay Trash Interceptor Technical Presentation]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE OC EWRI was honored to have Dr. Robert Stein, Assistant City Engineer with the City of Newport Beach Public Works Department, provide an informative presentation on the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor. The Trash Interceptor is a major infrastructure project designed to significantly reduce trash and debris before it enters Upper Newport Bay and the Pacific Ocean, thereby protecting the sensitive marine life and marsh vegetation around the Bay. Dr. Stein shared insights into the various...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-ewri-newport-bay-trash-interceptor-technical-presentation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69486dbd6cebe7424b322724</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_630930e97e5b47f0816f29a21fbb0624~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jenny Robinet, MS, PE, CFM</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Branch: Happy Hour To Kick-off FY 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE Orange County Branch members gathered together on a warm, balmy October night at Hangar 24 in Irvine for a Happy Hour to kick off the 2025/2026 fiscal year. The event provided an opportunity for members to connect with colleagues and engage with new Branch leadership, including incoming ASCE OC Branch President Eric Pheifer. ASCE OC President Eric Pheifer connecting with Biggs-Cardosa colleagues. Attendees also learned more about opportunities to become involved with the Branch at...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-branch-happy-hour-to-kick-off-fy-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69486ed854f477c1ea149f17</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_7e72b388a9a742058672158644824707~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jenny Robinet, MS, PE, CFM</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Mentorship: Fall Mixer with WTS OC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 48 people from the ASCE Orange County and WTS Orange County Mentoring Programs (mentors, mentees, and committee members) came together for a Fall Mentorship Mixer at Hangar 24 in Irvine on Tuesday, November 18th. The energy was great as mentees finally got to meet their mentors face‑to‑face. It gave everyone a chance to share ideas, talk about goals, and start building a plan for the next couple of months in the mentorship program. Attendees also got to meet other professionals in the...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-mentorship-fall-mixer-with-wts-oc</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6948757ecd28170851f5652a</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_615abdb9d957405f9e92ee1531a187b4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shyam Patel</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE CSU Long Beach: Closing Out Fall 2025 Strong]]></title><description><![CDATA[This semester for ASCE CSULB was filled with standout events, meaningful collaborations, and opportunities for students to connect, learn, and grow. Below is a recap of some of our highlights from Fall 2025, along with photos capturing each moment. Dream Big 2025: In December, we hosted Dream Big, one of the most successful and memorable events of the semester. The event brought students together to explore engineering principles through fun, hands-on activities and games, making learning...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-csu-long-beach-closing-out-fall-2025-strong</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694870c193dd8b221e6cc067</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_17820b8c00ba4e36891b515b65d048f8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ASCE CSU Long Beach</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Mentorship: Speed Mentorship Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, October 16th, the ASCE OC Mentorship Committee kicked off the 2025–2026 Mentorship Program with the Speed Mentorship Event at the Michael Baker International (MBI) office in Santa Ana. This event marked the start of the mentorship program, which welcomed 31 participants (14 mentors and 17 protégés). The event began with an introduction from Richard Beck, the MBI representative, and the Mentorship Committee, who welcomed participants and prepared the evening’s activities. Kevin...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-mentorship-speed-mentorship-event-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69486928cd28170851f54b8d</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_251a1ea19f34478fa5b8b2279104650e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Don Vu, PE, TE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC YMF Internal Activities: Annual Holiday Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASCE OC YMF wrapped up 2025 with its Annual Holiday Party at Avalon Irvine. Members and guests came together to celebrate the end of the year with food, activities, and opportunities to connect with one another. ASCE OC YMF Holiday Party Attendees The evening began with a JEDI‑themed Friendsgiving Potluck. Attendees brought dishes that represented their cultural backgrounds or reminded them of the holiday season. This created a welcoming space for members to share stories and learn more about...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-ymf-internal-activities-annual-holiday-party</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694876d293dd8b221e6ccd16</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_3eade4ddc9854d0f9e62dae4c1a9062d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marionne Lapitan, EIT, ENV SP</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC Mentorship: Mentorship Reveal &#38; Kick-Off Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, November 13th, the ASCE OC YMF mentor and protégé pairs were officially revealed during the Mentorship Reveal and Kick-Off Event held virtually on Zoom. The Mentorship Program Committee presented what to expect throughout the program, including general rules, expectations, and suggestions to enhance the overall experience. Following the presentation, participants who had been paired together were organized into breakout rooms. These sessions provided an opportunity for mentors...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-mentorship-mentorship-reveal-kick-off-event-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69486a4a54f477c1ea149557</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_bee1aad258454ecea6f995efdfe27b94~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Don Vu, PE, TE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASCE OC K-12 Outreach: Valley High School Classroom Visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ASCE OC K-12 Outreach Committee had the privilege of visiting Valley High School in Santa Ana, where they engaged with 9th–12th grade students through an informative and interactive presentation on the field of civil engineering. The presentation aimed to inspire and educate students about the diverse career opportunities within civil engineering and the important role civil engineers play in shaping our communities. ASCE OC YMF at Valley High School The speakers covered a wide range of...]]></description><link>https://www.asceoc.org/post/asce-oc-k-12-outreach-valley-high-school-classroom-visit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69486c5454f477c1ea1499a9</guid><category><![CDATA[December 2025]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76868b_139f098322f449eea26d7ff739873c52~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kevin Tasci, EIT</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>