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Association for Bridge Construction and Design
WESTERN NEW YORK CHAPTER
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STUDENT OUTREACH
The Association for Bridge Construction and Design enjoys finding ways to
help students both young and old learn about bridge design and
construction. We offer the following events and awards to help our
industry's future:
KENNETH T. RYBARCZYK MEMORIAL MODEL BRIDGE CONTEST:
Each year, in conjunction with National Engineers Week, the ABCD sponsors the Kenneth T. Rybarczyk Memorial Model Bridge Contest, which is open to all full time 7th to 12th Grade students who would like to participate.
The contest offers the students a chance to interact with practicing engineers in the
area, to apply their school studies to a real world simulation, to build their teamwork skills, and most of all have fun with their imaginations.
There are three contests held each year. For dates of the contests click here. If you would like more information
regarding the contests please contact the following:
| Buffalo Area |
Ralph Abate |
(716) 632-2300 |
| Rochester Area |
Jim Guistina |
(585) 413-5450 |
| WNY Southern Tier |
Ben Beardsley |
(585) 334-1310 |
Model Bridge
Contest Rules and Application
E3 FAIR MODEL BRIDGE SURVEY RESULTS (CLICK HERE)
ABCD's Bridge Design Tips for Kids
AC Supply Company - Balsa Wood Suppliers
See
photos from past events!!!!
ASCE FUTURE CITIES COMPETITION - AESTHETIC BRIDGE AWARD:
Each year, in conjunction with National Engineers Week, the ABCD sponsors the Aesthetic Bridge Award at the local ASCE Future Cities Competition, which is open to all students who participate. The award offers the student teams a chance to apply their school studies to a real world simulation, to build their teamwork skills, and most of all have fun with their imaginations.
Stan Blas who mentored the 7th and 8th grade students from Nativity of Our Lord won the regional competition and represented this area in Washington DC at the National Finals and Carmen Garozzo mentored the students from Lake Shore Middle School who won the ABCD Bridge Design award
Photos of the Event:
ANNUAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM:
Each recipient will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 towards their school year tuition. The Scholarship Committee received a number of applications from many highly qualified applicants.
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John Veith
John is currently in his fourth year of study at the University at Buffalo. After graduation from UB, he is considering continuing on in the Masters Degree program in Structural with hopes of aorking in the bridge industry beyond that. John has an outstanding academic record and has worked part time over the last 14 years with O’Toole construction in Derby, NY. Outside of work and his studies, John also enjoys fishing and hunting.
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Walter Zitz
Walter is currently in his senior year at the University at Buffalo where he is majoring in Civil Engineering with a structural concentration. Walter began his undergraduate studies at Duchess Community College near his home in Red Hook New York where he earned an associates degree in Engineering. Walter’s interests include outdoor activities and cycling while he is a member of ASCE. Previously he has done an internship with Wilbur Smith in their Poughkeepsie office.
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Scholarship Applications are now being accepted for the 2008-2009 school year.
Applications must be postmarked by August 1, 2008. They are available through this web site or by contacting
Seth Kaeuper at sethk@CSCOS.com.
Scholarship Application Form
(Adobe Acrobat Reader Required)
| PAST
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINNERS |
1998-1999
1999-2000
2000-2001
2001-2002
2002-2003
2003-2004
2004-2005
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
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Daryl Zbrzezny, SUNY Buffalo
Mike Bower, Rennslaer Polytechnical Institute
Stephen Frederico SUNY Buffalo
Josh Repp, SUNY Buffalo
Jared Heinl, Clarkson University
Dan Leaver, SUNY Buffalo
Andrea Sherman, SUNY Buffalo
Kent Collier
Lindsey Ehinger
Matt Bliss, Rochester Institute of Technology
Josh Prezioso, Rochester Institute of Technology
Matt Bliss, Rochester Institute of Technology
David Keller, SUNY Buffalo
Rebecca Kroening, Clarkson University
Mercedes Calway, Rochester Institute of Technology
Gregory Duell, SUNY Buffalo
Jeremy Gworek, SUNY Buffalo
John Veith, SUNY Buffalo
Walter Zitz, SUNY Buffalo |
ANNUAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT:
See the calendar for date and time!
Proceeds will benefit the ABCD scholarship program. The Western New York Chapter will award scholarships to students in a bridge related curriculum for the
current School Year.
Contact Seth Kaeuper by email at sethk@CSCOS.com for an application or information regarding this event.
Last year, Everyone had a great time! Come out, meet acquaintances, and support a good cause...
Our Industry's future!
(Click here for Golf Flyer -- requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
(Click here for Golf Application -- requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
| PAST
SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT WINNERS |
| 2006 |
Team - Clark Patterson
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| 2006 |
Team - Clark Patterson
Mark Butcher
Tom Shed
Steve Poweska
Jason Armbrewster |
| 2005 |
Team - Barton and Loguidice
Terry Rice
Jim Brady
Scott Chenet
Matt Schooley |
| 2004 |
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| 2003 |
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| 2002 |
Team - Bergmann
Mike Atwell
Jim Welsh
Dan Roop
Jason Zdrojewski |
| 2001 |
Team - Crane Hogan
Mike Atwell
Chris Bollin
Steve Hess
George Peruchi |
| 2000 |
Team - Con Weld
Glen Gast
Paul Gast
Mike Gast
Doug McOwen |
| 1999 |
Team - Con Weld
Glen Gast
Paul Gast
Mike Gast
Rick Karnath |
| 1998
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Team - Clough Harbour
Frank DelSignore
Earl Dubin
Dory Marsh
Keith Harlock
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ANNUAL NATIONAL STEEL BRIDGE CONTEST SCHOLARSHIP:
Each year ABCD sponsors the student Steel Bridge Teams from Cornell University, Rochester Institute of Technology, and the University of Buffalo.
Website created by: ABCD WNY Chapter
Please direct all questions and comments regarding this site to: kcox@monroecounty.gov
Last Updated:
February 8, 2008
© 2008 Association for Bridge Construction and Design,
WNY
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