Seven Keys to a Successful ASCE Student Chapter or Club: Guide for Student Leaders and Faculty Advisors
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 127, Issue 2
Abstract
ASCE student chapter and club activities are extremely valuable to the growth and development of undergraduate civil engineers in that they help develop teamwork, leadership, and project management skills. Student leaders and faculty advisors often need help and encouragement to improve their student chapter organizations or take them in new directions. This paper identifies seven key elements that are crucial for any successful student chapter or club. The importance of the seven keys is explained and tips are provided for proper inclusion of these elements. Finally, student leader survey results regarding the seven keys are presented and discussed.
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Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 127 • Issue 2 • April 2001
Pages: 65 - 74
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Received: Feb 16, 2000
Published online: Apr 1, 2001
Published in print: Apr 2001
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