Letter from the President – August 2016

I hope that everyone is enjoying a safe summer and taking some time to do a little vacationing!  Since our “Sizzling Summer Social” back on June 29th we have experienced some record temperatures here in Atlanta.  As I was sitting at home I was watching the news, in particular the weather forecast. The meteorologist stated…

Eunhwa Yang Joins the Faculty at Georgia Tech

After an extensive international search, Building Construction at Georgia Tech has a new professor.  Eunhwa Yang has accepted the position of Assistant Professor in the teaching areas of Facility and/or Real Estate Management. The position requires the candidate to have a doctoral degree in facility management, building construction, real estate, or a related field.  Yang…

Membership Spotlight – Aaron Davis

What motivated you to enter your career? Honestly, never would I have imagined that I’d be in the position I’m in today.  My motivation was to ensure that I was able to provide for my family. How long have you been in your field?  Aviation- 3 Years 14+years total work experience What other professional organizations…

Celebrating Professor Kathy Roper’s Retirement

May 27, 2016 | Atlanta, GA Professor Kathy Roper began teaching at Georgia Tech in July 2002. She brought a complete career of Facility Management industry knowledge to the School of Building Construction (BC) and College of Design. Roper spearheaded the Facility Management Master’s Program and coordinated the partnership and accreditation of the Facility Management…

KSU Corner – July 2016

Want to learn more about our program, faculty and students? Then join us for our 15th Annual Construction Management Industry Advisory Board Fundraiser Gala! The Gala includes dinner, a silent auction, raffle and entertainment, with proceeds benefiting KSU Construction Management scholarships through The Polytechnic Foundation of KSU, Inc. This event will be held on Thursday,…

Volunteer Day at LBC

This year’s volunteer day at LBC, was a great success Many thanks to all who donated their time, talents, support and gifts and to our chairperson Lenetta Heiland   Volunteers 39 volunteers participated in the 2 day event (200% more than last year) 19 on Friday / 20 on Saturday 6 GaTech & KSU students…