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Ten promising civil engineering college students have been recognized by ASCE through its first annual New Faces of Civil Engineering – College Edition, two of which are from student chapters in the Met Section. These students are being recognized for achieving the highest standards as college civil engineering students, whose academic success and extracurricular engagement point to a bright future as professionals in the field of civil engineering. "These students are an inspiration to future generations of students seeking a career in which they can make a difference," said ASCE President Andrew Herrmann, P.E.
Anitha Reddy is a student at The Cooper Union that is fascinated with civil and environmental engineering. She worked at a wastewater treatment plant, focusing on aeration tank operations. She also encourages inner city youth to pursue STEM-related fields and is always excited to share her passion with young students. In the future, Anitha plans to research, develop and implement large scale waterless sanitation systems.
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More than 18,000 engineers participate in the annual 
On December 20, 2011, the Met Section had the great privilege of having Andy Herrmann, ASCE's National President as a guest. Along with a visit to the World Trade Center site and a view from the 80th floor of 1 World Trade Center, we had a very pleasant lunch with the Section's Senior Leadership.
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