Articles & Announcements

ARTICLES & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Below is a growing collection of articles and ACCE Announcements. The articles contain a variety of topics relating to the construction industry and construction education.

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LIFETIME MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Foley's involvement with the ACCE stems from his passion for enhancing construction education and preparing students for successful care

Chip Mansfield

Mar 14, 20243 min read

Auburn's BSCI Faculty Impact ACCE through Service

The emphasis on enhancing faculty qualifications through the certificate program aligns with ACCE’s updated accreditation model, which adopt

Chip Mansfield

Mar 5, 20243 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Howdy ACCE Friends As part of our continued communication effort, we are highlighting specific accredited programs within the ACCE...

Steve Nellis

Feb 1, 20243 min read

An ACCE Scholarship Can Impact Your Career in Construction Management

The following article was created following an interview (Q&A) with Dr. Armin Yeganeh, Assistant Professor in the Construction Management...

Chip Mansfield

Jan 8, 20244 min read

Auburn building science students use enthusiasm, ingenuity to dominate construction management competitions

Written by: Kelley Young | Office of Communications and Marketing | Auburn University Published: January 03, 2024 Building science major...

stevenellis4

Jan 3, 20243 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Howdy ACCE Friends As part of our continued communication effort, we are highlighting specific accredited programs within the ACCE...

Steve Nellis

Dec 1, 20232 min read

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Charles Berryman, PhD, CPC Professor, Construction Management Department Chair Chair of the Contractors Educational Trust Fund (CETF)...

Steve Nellis

Nov 13, 20231 min read

Evolution of Construction Education

In the early 1970s, colleges and universities began recognizing construction as a distinct discipline, separate from civil engineering or ar

Chip Mansfield

Nov 6, 20233 min read

Scholars study new methods for safer digging near jobsite buried utility lines

AUGUST 24, 2022 On the jobsite, buried utility lines pose a threat of serious injury or death to excavator operators; excavation mishaps...

stevenellis4

Oct 10, 20231 min read

Demolition Woman

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 Professor seeks to turn trash into new, sustainable structures Buildings that face demolition could soon be transformed...

stevenellis4

Oct 10, 20236 min read

Construction degree meeting demands for skilled construction industry workers in Central Florida

Some sectors including building construction, specialty trade contractors, and heavy and civil engineering construction are expected to grow

Steve Nellis

Sep 18, 20231 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Howdy ACCE Friends As part of our continued communication effort, we are highlighting specific accredited programs within the ACCE...

Chip Mansfield

Sep 5, 20233 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is the largest public research university in Houston and the third-largest university in Texas.

Chip Mansfield

Sep 1, 20232 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

After generations of delivering a high-quality education, Alfred State College knows how to assist first-generation college students

Chip Mansfield

Sep 1, 20233 min read

ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Illinois Governor William H. Bissell signed the law creating Illinois State Normal University (ISNU) on February 18, 1857

Chip Mansfield

Sep 1, 20232 min read

Let's Join Forces to Make Construction Education the Best

National accreditation of construction education programs guarantees consistent excellence through rigorous standards put in place ...

Chip Mansfield

May 31, 20233 min read

Opportunities for Women in the Construction Industry

Women bring a unique perspective to the construction industry. Their attention to detail, focus on safety, and ability to collaborate...

Chip Mansfield

May 31, 20232 min read

Chapter One: The Birth of the American Council for Construction Education

As the construction process became more technical in terms of the types of materials, tools and equipment being used,.

stevenellis4

May 11, 20236 min read

Accreditation of Construction Education Programs

This document was developed utilizing many resources and historical documents.

stevenellis4

May 11, 20233 min read

Historic Overview of Accreditation

Accreditation of post-secondary education in the United States grew out of attempts in the late 1800’s by certain colleges and universities

stevenellis4

May 11, 20232 min read