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Guest LecturersBCN 1001 – Introduction to Building ConstructionEric Anderson, Charles Perry ConstructionTrent Swartz, Charles Perry ConstructionAshley Lopez, PPI Construction ManagementTim Good, HaskellJohn Sofarelli, J. Raymond ConstructionJason McMaster, KiewitJerod Lawrimore, KiewitBCN 3224 - Construction TechniquesDon Beers, Masonry Association of FloridaTim Campbell, Painter MasonryBryan Light, Brick Industry AssociationJackie Mustakas, Robins & MortonRolf Severtson, Current BuildersBCN 3281 - Construction Methods LaboratoryEarle Soeder, GPServBCN 3700 – Construction ContractsRaymond L. Robinson, Robinson & Associates P.A.Cliff Gorman, Gorman & AssociatesBCN 3735 - Construction SafetyRay Southern, Balfour BeattyJesse Belknap, Skanska USAScott Mims, Turner ConstructionJ.D. Lewis, LBR TechnologiesBCN 4423 - Temporary StructuresRob Pavel, Gate Precast CompanyGlen Switzer, Gate Precast CompanyJustin Thomas, PeriFormingJeff Huling, PeriFormingMike Russell, LOGIX Insulated Concrete FormsBCN Homecoming BBQOn Friday, October 15, 2010, the University of Florida held its 86thannual Homecoming Parade. Every year, more than 100,000 fanscome out to see the parade floats - including a float made by BCNstudents - that make their way down University Avenue. A specialthanks goes to the float sponsors: CEMEX, Haskell, BBI ConstructionManagement, Charles Perry Construction, and Hypower.On Saturday, October 16, more than 100 alumni and friends of theM.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Building Construction gathered on theBCN 4510C - Mechanical SystemsRob Boyer, Fair MechanicalJim Tharp, Tharp PlumbingEric Lindquist, Brasfield & GorrieBCN 4787C - Construction Capstone ProjectEric Drummond, Oelrich ConstructionJeff Godman, Scherer ConstructionWayne Archer, UF Bergstrom Center for Real Estate StudiesTim Becker, UF Bergstrom Center for Real Estate StudiesBCN 5705 – Construction Project ManagementGary Huggins, NDC ConstructionDavid Schmit, Macauley + SchmitJeffrey Charlotte, J.E.Charlotte Construction CorpJohn Freeland, Bdg Dept., Alachua County Growth Mgmt.Dave Schmit, Dr. Abdol Chini,and Jeff Charlotte (l-r)Professor-for-a-DayFebruary 14th and 16thIf you are interested inbeing a “Professor-fora-Day,”please contactDr. Abdol Chini atchini@ufl.eduDr. Abdol Chini, (l-r) Dr. WayneArcher, Dr. Rick Smailes, Tim Becker,Eric Drummond (BCN 1998) and JeffGodman (BCN 1997)front lawn to celebrate the University of Florida’s 2010 HomecomingBBQ. The event kicked off with an Advisory Council meetingat 9:30 a.m. and tour of Rinker Hall followed by the induction ofDaniel Baker and R. Lance Walker, Sr. into the Construction Hallof Fame at 11:00 a.m. Dan is President and CEO of Baker ConcreteConstruction. Lance Walker is President of Walker & Company.After much mingling, reminiscing, and a healthy dose of BBQ,BCN alumni attended the Homecoming game against MississippiState University at the Swamp.Dr. Abdol Chini (middle)presents appreciation plaqueto Earle Cooper (right) andDon Ondrejcak of HawkinsConstruction for sponsoringthe 2010 Homecoming BBQ.16A special thanks toHawkins Constructionfor sponsoring theFall 2010 HomecomingBBQ.
Rinker SchoolMajor Donor CompaniesTo show our appreciation to the construction companies who have contributed generouslyto the Rinker School, we have created a major donor status and provided thefollowing recruiting advantages for our major donors:All Major Donors shall receive a discounted registrationfee for the career fair according to their level of donations(Gold, Silver, and Bronze). See the fee structure below.All Major Donors shall get preferential placement at theCareer Fair.All Major Donors can participate in a reception with thegraduating seniors the evening before the Career Fair.Major Donors will be given priority for interview and seminarat the School before the Career Fair.Regular Registration Fee:For a booth including two (2) recruiters/company representatives...$1,000For each additional recruiter/company representative.... add$400 eachMajor Donor Registration Fee:Bronze LevelFor a booth including two (2) recruiters/company representatives. $500For each additional recruiter/company representative.... add $250 eachSilver LevelFor a booth including two (2) recruiters/company representatives. $300Add one (1) additional recruiter/company representative free of charge.For each additional recruiter/company representative.... add $200 eachGold LevelFor a booth including two (2) recruiters/company representatives. $300Add up to three (3) additional recruiter/company representatives free of charge.Major Donor Levels:Bronze: Companies who have contributed $10,000 or more to the Rinker School ofBuilding Construction over the preceding 3 years.Silver: Companies who have contributed $50,000 or more to the Rinker School ofBuilding Construction over the preceding 10 years.Gold: Companies who have contributed $100,000 or more to the Rinker School ofBuilding Construction over the preceding 10 years.Major Donors as of December, 2010Gold ($100K or more in last 10 years)Baker ConcreteBalfour BeattyCEMEX USAClark Construction GroupFluor FoundationHolder ConstructionJ. Raymond ConstructionSilver ($50K or more in last 10 years)Angle & SchmidBrasfield & GorrieCharles Perry ConstructionCurrent BuildersHaskell CompanyJames A. Cummings, Inc.McIntyre Elwell & Strammer GCMiller Construction Inc.Stiles CorporationBronze ($10K or more in last 3 years)ANF Group Inc.Bergelectric Inc.Burkhardt ConstructionCCK Construction ServicesClancy & TheysDavid Nelson ConstructionGerdau AmeristeelHardin ConstructionHedrick BrothersKiewitNash Inc.PPI Construction ManagementSkanska USA Building Inc.Springer Peterson Roofing & Sheet MetalSuffolk ConstructionTGSV EnterprisesThe Weitz CompanyTurner Construction Co.Vulcan Materials Company17
Page 1 and 2: M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Building
Page 4 and 5: In Memoriam of Dr. Brisbane H. Brow
Page 6 and 7: BCN Advisory Council Executive Comm
Page 9: UF BCN AthletesWe listened! In the
Page 12 and 13: BCN Alumni Regional Club UpdatesAtl
Page 14 and 15: Fall 2010 Career FairThe Rinker Sch
Page 18: GiftsHedrick Brothers Construction
Page 22 and 23: Student Club ActivitiesSigma Lambda
Page 24 and 25: BCN Welcomes New FacultyDr. Ravi Sr
Page 26 and 27: Research CentersPowell Center for C
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