Structural Engineering Institute

About SEI

Established in 1996, SEI advances our members' careers, stimulates technological advancement, and improves professional practice. SEI drives the practical application of cutting-edge research by improving coordination and understanding between academia and practicing engineers.

• Review the  SEI Annual Report 2017 (PDF)
• SEI is led by the  SEI Board of Governors and governed by the  SEI Bylaws (PDF)

SEI serves you through every stage of your career:

• Connect with a local group or a committee.
• Earn PDHs from conferences and continuing education courses. 
• Develop standards and ASCE 7. 
• Vote through a committee ballot.
• Apply for scholarships or fellowships.
• Nominate for paper and achievement awards.
• Advance to the SEI Fellow grade.
• Read latest news and announcements. 
• Advocate for structural engineering licensure.
• Donate to the SEI Futures Fund.

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SEI Vision

In 2033, the Structural Engineering Profession will be:

• A unique, full engaged profession with a strong identity;
• Recognized for the contribution the profession makes to 
  • public safety and risk management,
  • economic and sustainable use of resources,
  • the use of innovative technologies, and
  • the creation of inspiring structures;
• Stewards of the built environment; and
• Attractive to the best and brightest

Vision for the Future of Structural Engineering

What will the structural engineering profession be like in the future? What will the qualifications of structural engineers include?

• Review  SEI Vision for the Future executive summary (PDF).
• Read " A Vision for the Future of Structural Engineering and Structural Engineers: A Case for Change (PDF)."
• Review  Advocating for Performance-Based Design
• Learn about  SEI Global Initiatives
• Give a gift to invest in the future of structural engineering

SEI Staff

• Laura Champion, P.E., SEI Director, 703-295-6426
• Jennifer Goupil, P.E., 703-295-6102
  Codes and Standards Division committees
• Debbie Smith, 703-295-6095
  Structures Congress, SEI Specialty conferences
• Suzanne Fisher, 703-295- 6195
  SEI Board of Governors and Board level committees, Business and Professional Activities, Local Activities, Operations
• Brittany Boyce, 703-295-6014
  Sr. Coordinator, SEI Conferences
• General inquiries may be sent to sei@asce.org.

SEI Sustaining Organization Members

SEI Elite Sustaining Organization Member since 2014