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CarbonCure is on a mission to make concrete a climate solution and annually reduce and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by 500 million metric tons. As part of that mission, we are looking to support the next generation of leaders in sustainability within the concrete industry and are excited to offer the CarbonCure Sustainability
Emma Roth is, quite literally, building the future as a concrete industry management major at South Dakota State University (SDSU). Within the CIM program at SDSU, she’s found endless opportunities to meet new people, gain real-world experience and connect with industry leaders while pursuing her goals. Learn more about Emma and how she’s building a
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – is seeking donations for their 2024 CIM Auction to be held at World of Concrete. The auction is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
After an extensive search, the South Dakota State University (SDSU) CIM program is pleased to announce the addition of Jennifer Heller as its new assistant program director. While Jen’s primary goal will be increasing enrollment, she will also assist with promotional activities, student travel and possibly teach a class or two in the future. Jen
The CIM program at Middle Tennessee State University has announced the addition of Cannon Lamb as its new Concrete & Construction Lab Manager. Cannon is a 2020 CIM graduate and has previous experience in ready mix and construction equipment sales. Welcome Cannon!
Dr. Gene Bourgeois, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs for Texas State University has announced the promotion of Dr. Anthony S. Torres from Associate Professor to Professor. Dr. Torres received a Ph.D. and MS in civil engineering from the University of New Mexico and a BS in civil engineering from New Mexico State
On May 8, 2023, Tyler Key, a South Carolina native, joined the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program staff at Texas State University. A 2018 graduate of Coastal Carolina University, Tyler has prior enrollment and recruitment experience. He is eager to begin creating effective recruitment strategies to increase student awareness and enrollment in the CIM program. Welcome Tyler!
We are pleased to announce that New Jersey Institute of Technology, California State University – Chico and Middle Tennessee State University have been identified by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) as a 2022 Excellent University and was recognized at the ACI Spring 2023 Convention in April. A total of 106 universities around the world received
The CIM program at Chico State has recently received ATMAE accreditation. What does this mean? The Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE) is a prestigious accreditor specifically dedicated to recognizing excellence in technology, management, and engineering degrees. This accreditation is a testament to our program’s commitment to maintaining high standards and achieving professional goals.
We would like to thank Ryan Penlerick, the entire CIM staff, Griffin Taylor and all the patrons of the CIM program at Texas State University for hosting our spring meeting on Tuesday, May 10 and Wednesday, May 11. Tuesday was busy with Education, Marketing and Student Recruiting Committee meetings and we wrapped up on Thursday