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Jul 1981
The Role of the American Society of Civil Engineers in Influencing Public Policy on Controversial Technical Issues
Publication: Issues in Engineering: Journal of Professional Activities
Volume 107, Issue 3
Abstract
Civil Engineers have earned the responsibility of protecting, informing, and advising the public on controversial issues related to their field. Civil Engineers can best serve society in this capacity through the united voice of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). As a group, this professional organization can influence public policy, resulting in the most beneficial outcome for society. Society needs to be protected from hazards, informed on issues that concern the well being of the public, and advised on the possible alternatives concerning controversial issues. Civil engineers are in the best positions to perform these duties due to their technical background and their experience in serving the general public.
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Issues in Engineering: Journal of Professional Activities
Volume 107 • Issue 3 • July 1981
Pages: 213 - 216
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© 1981 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Jul 1981
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Melissa Ruppert
Member and l980 Pres., ASCE Student Chapter, and Sr., Dept. ofCiv. Engrg., Louisiana Tech Univ., Ruston, La. 71272
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