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Meetings & SessionsTechnical Session #253ASSESSMENT PRACTICES FOR THE ACADEMICCOMMUNITY: STAYING CURRENT FOR 2011-2012Tuesday, August 9 2:30PM-5:00PMLocation: WilkersonModerator: Michael C. Hirschi, University of Illinois, Urbana, ILSponsored by ED-204This session will focus on assessment practices for outcomes measurement andexperiences associated with assessment visits. Participants from various levels ofassessment experience will be involved in group discussions.Technical Session #254CHALLENGES IN SUSTAINABLE UTILIZATION OFWATER RESOURCES – INVITED PRESENTATIONSTuesday, August 9 2:30PM-5:00PMLocation: LaffoonModerator: Ganti S. Murthy, Oregon State UniversitySponsored by Intl-601, AABEFIOSustainable utilization of water resources is a major challenge in today’s world.With increasing population and emphasis on biofuels production, providingsufficient water to meet food, feed and other needs is a major challenge. TheAssociation of Agricultural, Food and Biological Engineers of Indian Origin(AABFEIO) is planning to conduct a session focused on this critical issue with anIndo-US perspective of this issue. Speakers from various universities in NorthAmerica and India will share their views on challenges and opportunities insustainable management of water resources to meet the needs of increasingpopulation with ever shrinking resources.Intended Audience: Researchers interested in sustainable development, waterresource management and international collaborationORDER OF THE ENGINEER INDUCTION CEREMONYTuesday, August 9 3:00PM-4:30PMLocation: DaisyASABE has been accepted as the newest link (chapter) of the Order of theEngineer. Graduates and registered engineers are invited to accept the Obligation ofthe Engineer and a stainless steel ring, which is worn on the little finger of theengineer’s working hand.The Order was initiated in the United States to foster a spirit of pride andresponsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training andexperience, and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer.The first ceremony was held on June 4, 1970. Since then, similar ceremonies havebeen held across the United States. The Obligation of the Order of the Engineer issimilar to the Canadian “Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer” initiated there in1926.We invite all qualified individuals to join the Order. Eligible candidates include: allgraduates of ABET-accredited engineering programs; seniors in ABET-accreditedprograms within two academic years of graduation; licensed PEs; and, byreciprocity, members of the Canadian Calling. The Link may also induct specialengineers who, by reason of education, eminence, or experience, are deemedworthy of the Order with approval of the National Board of Governors.Inductees must be present to accept their certificates and rings. The cost of enteringthe Order is $10.00, and inductees are asked to register with Tina Schultz at themembership booth.ASABE FELLOWS INDUCTION CEREMONYTuesday, August 9 6:00PM-8:00PMLocation: Grand Ballroom CAll ASABE attendees are invited to this special recognition ceremony honoring the2011 ASABE Fellows – the most distinguished honor given to ASABE members.Join us at the reception immediately following the ceremony.WEDNESDAYTechnical Session #320ROLE OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOLOGICALENGINEERS IN GLOBAL ECONOMY – RAPSESSIONWednesday, August 10 9:30AM-12:30PMLocation: SegellModerators: Irfan Ahmad, University of Illinois;Israel Dunmade, Mount Royal University CalgarySponsored by International CommitteeTechnical Session #321ABET PROGRAM EVALUATOR INTRODUCTIONSWednesday, August 10 9:00AM-10:00AMLocation: TaylorModerator: David R. ThompsonSponsored by ED-204This session is intended for persons who are interested in becoming an ABETprogram evaluator (PEV) whether employed in government, industry, or academia.An open discussion will be held to provide basic information on the ABET PEVprocess, expectations, and timelines.Technical Session #322ABET PEV REFRESHER WORKSHOPWednesday, August 10 10:00AM-12:00PMLocation: TaylorModerator: Ann L. KenimerSponsored by ED-204This session is for persons who are already program evaluators and evaluators intraining. Existing program evaluators are expected to periodically attend refreshertraining both to learn about changes in accreditation expectations and to share bestpractices related to the role of program evaluator.ASABE Career FairTuesday, August 99:30AM-12:00PMGrand Ballroom CDon’t miss this outstanding networking opportunitythat allows interested individuals to connect withFortune 500 companies, agricultural and bio-basedbusinesses, bio-research companies and major landgrant universities looking for qualified candidates.8www.asabemeetings.org