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How does an accomplished, universally beloved Structural Engineer with a resume full of honors and distinctions commemorate 40 years of work? Some might buy a luxury car or splurge on a European vacation. But if you’re Maryann Phipps, your own celebration may take a backseat to solving a contractor’s latest emergency, chairing a Seismic Review […]

Some say, “you can’t make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear.” The idea is that it is not possible to turn something ugly or inferior into something attractive or of value. This expression harkens from the mid-1500s. Our recent experiences with outdated strip malls make us believe it is time to rethink it. […]

Do you find yourself about to start a new job in a new state during the midst of an unprecedented public-health crisis? Tim has some tips for navigating safely.   Be Resourceful Pandemics can make otherwise normal activities dangerous, so a certain degree of resourcefulness is needed to prevent logistical problems. Airports and airplanes pack […]