Welcome to Region 5!
Your Board of Governors is excited about the future of our Region. The Purpose of Region 5 is Advancing the Profession by:
• Inspiring Members
• Creating Excitement
• Promoting Excellence in Civil Engineering
I'm encouraged by the support and participation of your Governors in this process. There is an air of excitement about the future of Region 5. One of our initiatives is to help groups that at are struggling. If your Section/Branch/YMG/Institute/Student Chapter would be interested in meeting with the R5BoG, please let me know. We can discuss general concerns or focus our meeting on one topic like student transition. I like to think of these meetings as personalized information beyond the MRLC. We're actively looking for locations for upcoming meeting, so please consider hosting.
Your Region 5 Board of Governors is always open to hearing about what's important to you. If you have something you want to share, please feel free to contact me at any time. I will be happy to address any issues or concerns at monthly BOG calls. Your Director and Governors are here to help you and make your group successful. Please let us know how we can help!
Sarah Matin, P.E., M. ASCE
Director, Region 5
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The ASCE Student Symposiums are twenty-one ASCE regional student symposia held annually as an opportunity for ASCE student chapters in their respective regions to showcase their skills and achievements by designing, building, and/or competing in various civil engineering activities.
The ASCE student symposia take place in the spring and include competitions, professional and personal development opportunities, networking, and of course fun, as a celebration of civil engineering and the ASCE community.
Southeast Student Symposium - March 12-14, 2026
The ASCE Southeast Region includes 19 universities from Florida, Georgia and Puerto Rico. In 2026, the ASCE Southeast Student Symposium will be hosted at Florida Atlantic University!
Symposium Information - https://studentsymposium.asce.org/southeast/
Sponsorship Package - https://studentsymposium.asce.org/southeast/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2025/09/Southeast-2026_Sponsorship_Package.pdf
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Gulf Coast Student Symposium - March 12-14, 2026
The ASCE Gulf Coast Region includes 15 universities from Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. In 2026, the ASCE Gulf Coast Student Symposium will be co-hosted by University of Alabama and University of Alabama-Birmingham!
Symposium Information - https://studentsymposium.asce.org/gulf-coast/
Sponsorship Package - https://studentsymposium.asce.org/gulf-coast/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2025/09/ASCE-Sponsorship-Packet-FINAL-1.pdf
2025 Eastern Multi-Region Leadership Conference and Region 5 Assembly and Breakout
On Friday, January 31, 2025, the vibrant city of Memphis, Tennessee, became a hub of inspiration as members from Region 5's Student Chapters, Branches, Sections, and the Region converged for an exciting multi-day event dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders within the Society. The Multi-Region Leadership Conference served as a dynamic platform for these aspiring leaders to immerse themselves in the rich knowledge of the Society and the Region.
The event unfolded in a lively venue that buzzed with energy, fostering meaningful interactions among students, emerging professionals, and seasoned leaders from various sections, branches, and institutes. Attendees not only honed their personal leadership skills but also discovered the invaluable art of networking in a supportive and engaging environment. This conference offered a captivating blend of leadership training and insightful information about ASCE's resources, activities, and programs, creating a well-rounded experience for all involved.
Through participation in interactive workshops, attendees were able to amplify and enhance the offerings of their Sections and Branches, exchanging a wealth of ideas, information, and experiences—a true testament to collaboration. This gathering not only awakened new perspectives but also empowered incoming officers with the essential tools needed to lead effectively, setting the stage for a bright future in leadership within the Society.
