Students - two minor corrections for events this week: -- Tuesday 9/16 - Wednesday 9/17 - EWRG Sustainable Stormwater Symposium - OMSI <https://maps.app.goo.gl/5iWY2mHLuevXbcST6> [Google Maps link] - Join us at the *EWRG Sustainable Stormwater Symposium <https://www.oregonewrg.org/ewrg-symposium?> *which brings together engineers, researchers, students, and professionals working in stormwater and sustainability. It’s a unique opportunity to network with civil engineers, connect with ASCE members, and learn about the latest innovations in stormwater management! But beyond that, it's also an opportunity to support PSU’s *Arely Corro Sanchez* and *Rory Price* at the research poster showcase. They'll be presenting their summer research on stormwater, and the audience gets to vote on posters to determine scholarship winners. Your support can help Arely or Rory win! Arrive before 5pm on Tuesday the 16th to vote. More info here <https://www.oregonewrg.org/_files/ugd/48e88f_bb4648313d9746d5a9ef16b46e4b8721.pdf> [PDF]. Saturday 9/20 - Applying to Graduate School: Virtual Workshop - Virtual on Zoom - 12pm - 1:30pm - Whether you're just starting to explore options or have a clear direction in mind, this workshop will guide you through essential steps in the process of applying to graduate school. We’ll cover such topics as creating a timeline, requesting letters of recommendation, and staying organized to help you move forward with a strong application. Register on Zoom <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fpdx.zoom.us%2Fj%2F81536869637%3Fjst%3D2&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757282820000000&usg=AOvVaw27JRDhx7ojRNPIT2DSJEds> *--* Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Engineering Building (EB), Suite 200 503.725.4282 ceedept@pdx.edu www.pdx.edu/cee On Mon, Sep 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM CEE Department <ceedept@pdx.edu> wrote:
Hello students,
Fall term is right around the corner - we hope you had a great summer, and are excited for the new academic year!
Each Monday morning, you'll get a brief overview of upcoming events that pertain to Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) students. You can always peruse the PSU Events <https://www.pdx.edu/calendar/month> and the Maseeh College Events <https://www.pdx.edu/engineering/maseeh-events> calendars directly - but we'll try to shine a spotlight on the ones we think are particularly beneficial to CEE students!
Attending events is an easy way to get the most out of your time at PSU: learn about paid student research positions at faculty seminars and lab open houses, make job connections at career fairs and networking mixers, strengthen your professional skills through academic coaching and resume workshops, and get hands-on experience and travel opportunities by joining a student club.
Please see below for details on some of the first events of the year:
*THIS WEEK* 9/15 - 9/21
Tuesday 9/16 - Wednesday 9/17
- EWRG Sustainable Stormwater Symposium - OMSI <https://maps.app.goo.gl/5iWY2mHLuevXbcST6> [Google Maps link] - Join us at the *EWRG Sustainable Stormwater Symposium <https://www.oregonewrg.org/ewrg-symposium?> *which brings together engineers, researchers, students, and professionals working in stormwater and sustainability. It’s a unique opportunity to network with civil engineers, connect with ASCE members, and learn about the latest innovations in stormwater management! But beyond that, it's also an opportunity to support PSU’s *Arely Corro Sanchez* at the research poster showcase. She’ll be presenting her summer research on stormwater, and the audience gets to vote on posters to determine scholarship winners. Your support can help Arely win! Arrive before 5pm on the 17th to vote. More info here <https://www.oregonewrg.org/_files/ugd/48e88f_bb4648313d9746d5a9ef16b46e4b8721.pdf> [PDF].
- Applying to Graduate School: Virtual Workshop - Virtual on Zoom - 12pm - 1:30pm - Whether you're just starting to explore options or have a clear direction in mind, this workshop will guide you through essential steps in the process of applying to graduate school. We’ll cover such topics as creating a timeline, requesting letters of recommendation, and staying organized to help you move forward with a strong application. Register on Zoom <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fpdx.zoom.us%2Fj%2F81536869637%3Fjst%3D2&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1757282820000000&usg=AOvVaw27JRDhx7ojRNPIT2DSJEds>
*NEXT WEEK* 9/22 and beyond
Monday 9/22
- Graduate Student Mixer & Luncheon - Vernier Science Center <https://www.pdx.edu/buildings/campus-building/vernier-science-center>, Rm 105 [Google Map - 12:30pm - 2pm - In collaboration with CLAS and MCECS, PSU's Sloan Center for Systemic Change (PSU-SCSC) is hosting a social luncheon to welcome incoming graduate students! The event is free and open to all graduate students – any year, any program. New graduate students are strongly encouraged to attend! Please RSVP here <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm63NVAF3i-N-saxioxd1U31YF-FXZhp3h7rRtpMm-GGIMsg/viewform> for lunch to be planned accordingly.
Wednesday 9/24
- Maseeh College Student Welcome - Engineering Building <https://www.pdx.edu/buildings/campus-building/engineering-building> (EB) and Fourth Avenue Building <https://www.pdx.edu/buildings/campus-building/fourth-avenue-building> (FAB) - 10am - 2pm - Join us for an engaging and informative day where you can meet our dedicated faculty, staff, and fellow students! Connect with student groups, discover various clubs and organizations, and learn about the numerous opportunities and resources available to support you throughout the academic year. Refreshments and lunch will be served; register here <http://bit.ly/maseehnswelcome> to guarantee lunch! *flier attached*
- PSU Graduate School Welcome - Academic and Student Recreation Center <https://www.pdx.edu/buildings/campus-building/academic-and-student-recreation-center> (ASRC) 5th Floor Terrace - 5pm - 7pm - Join the PSU Graduate School for a fall welcome to all newly admitted graduate students! Mingle with graduate peers in a welcome ceremony and receive information to help guide you on your graduate student journey. Families and significant others are welcome to join! RSVP here. <https://www.pdx.edu/events/graduate-school-welcome-0>
Thursday 9/25
- MSURE Poster Symposium and Ice Cream Social - Engineering Building <https://www.pdx.edu/buildings/campus-building/engineering-building> (EB) Atrium - 10am - 2pm - Join us for the annual end-of-summer Maseeh Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (MSURE) Poster Symposium! Student researchers from this summer's cohort will show off their work, followed by an opportunity for networking and celebration with ice cream sundaes. This event will also include presentations from the Frank and Ken undergraduate research program <https://www.pdx.edu/engineering/frank-and-ken-summer-undergraduate-research-program>, EAGLES <https://sites.google.com/pdx.edu/eagles/home> Scholarship, and the MCECS Undergraduate Research and Mentoring Program <https://www.pdx.edu/engineering/undergraduate-research-and-mentoring-program-urmp> (URMP). This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to learn about opportunities to perform research in the Maseeh College!
*SPECIAL MENTION*
- Viking Days - Thursday 9/25 - Saturday 10/4 - Varied Times/Locations - Viking Days is a series of events and activities welcoming you to Portland State University's urban campus in fall 2025. Whether you're a brand new student discovering the PSU campus for the very first time or a returning student kicking off the new academic year, there are a number of events available to help you celebrate your start, all of which are free! Click here for full schedule of events <https://www.pdx.edu/viking-days>.
If you have a relevant event to share, please send it to ceedept@pdx.edu so we can include it in future emails!
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Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Engineering Building (EB), Suite 200 503.725.4282 ceedept@pdx.edu www.pdx.edu/cee