Dear SEAOSC Members,

As we enter the heart of summer, I’m reminded that our strength as a profession doesn’t just come from our technical expertise—it comes from our connections to each other. This month, we celebrate the power of community.

At SEAOSC, “community” means creating spaces where structural engineers of all backgrounds, experience levels, and regions can come together to share ideas, support one another, and grow—professionally and personally. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the Association, this is your community. And your presence here matters.

We’ve already felt that sense of connection this year through events like the Board and Committee Chairs Kickoffs and the Golf Tournament. At the Board and Committee Chairs kickoff, I asked each Board member and each committee chair to share why they said yes when they were asked to join the board or chair a committee. Almost all of them stated that they said yes because they wanted to give back to their SEAOSC community. During yesterday’s golf tournament, seeing so many familiar faces and observing how we were embracing one another was a great indication of our connection. SEAOSC is a place where members gather not just to plan and play—but to strengthen relationships.

Looking ahead, our September 24 Committee Showcase will continue to offer opportunities to meet peers, exchange knowledge, and collaborate on issues that shape our field. If you’ve been looking for a way to get more involved, there’s no better time than now. Every committee welcomes new voices. Every event is a chance to find your people.

This month, I encourage each of you to take one small step to deepen your connection: reach out to someone new at a meeting, check in on a colleague, join a committee session, or invite a younger engineer to attend an event with you. Community doesn’t just happen—it’s something we build together.

Here’s to a month of showing up, reaching out, and strengthening the bonds that make us SEAOSC.

Warmly,

Maria Mohammed, S.E.
President, SEAOSC