Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Military Professional

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Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
Association Type
Military Professional

Website
https://www.same.org/

Contact Phone Number
703-549-3800 x 122

Contact Email
jschroedel@same.org
Year Established
1920

Short Name
SAME 		HQ Address
607 Prince St.
Alexandria, VA 22314-3117
 

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ABOUT US:

Formed “in the interest of National Defense… bringing together all phases of U.S. engineering, [in both the] civil sector and military, for the advancement of knowledge…and the rapid mobilization of engineering capabilities.” -The Charter of the Society of American Military Engineers, founded in 1920.

SAME is the premier professional engineering association in the United States for connecting architects, engineers and builders in the public sector and private industry, uniting them to improve individual and collective capabilities for national security. Our goal is to unite A/E/C entities and individuals in the public and private sector so that we can prepare for – and overcome – natural and manmade disasters, acts of terrorism and improve security at home and abroad.

That goal grew from our nation's experiences in World War I. More than 11,000 civilian engineers were called to duty when the United States entered the conflict. As they returned home after "the war to end all wars," many feared we would lose this collective knowledge and the cooperation between public and private sectors that proved vital to combat success. Industry and military leaders vowed to capitalize on the technical lessons and camaraderie shared during their battlefield experiences.

SAME was formed from this vow. In 1919, Maj. Gen. William M. Black, USA, the Army's Chief of Engineers, appointed a nine-officer board to consider the formation of an "association of engineers" that would preserve, and expand upon, connections formed in war and promote the advancement of engineering and its related professions. Early in 1920, the first SAME Posts were established, providing former colleagues and new members opportunities to connect face-to-face, and establishing Post-to-community relationships across the United States.

The original nine-member board appointed by Maj. Gen. Black also arranged the donation of Professional Memoirs, a magazine published by the Engineer Bureau since 1909, and its assets, to SAME with the blessing of Gen. John J. "Blackjack" Pershing, USA. Those memoirs were subsequently renamed The Military Engineer, which has been continuously published since it debuted in 1920, and the magazine became the cornerstone upon which the Society of American Military Engineers was founded.

U.S. Vice President Charles Gates Dawes - while still in office - served as SAME's 8th president. The year before assuming his role as president of SAME, Dawes was awarded the 1925 Nobel Peace Prize for his work on German reparations in 1924.

Engineers built America into what it is. They designed and built cities, harbors, ports and our interstate transportation system - first surveyed by then-Maj. Dwight D. Eisenhower, USA. Today, engineers from both the public and private sectors are more necessary than ever in the continuing Global War on Terror (GWOT) and as responders both to natural and man-made disasters. Over 25 years ago, SAME members devised a system to help the government come to the aid of communities suffering from both man-made and natural disasters - the Fast Start Plan.

SAME MISSION, VISION AND VALUES:

The SAME Mission

“To promote and facilitate engineering support for national security by developing and enhancing relationships and competencies among uniformed services, public and private sector engineers, and related professionals.”

The SAME Vision

“To be a premier global engineering organization leading the professional and personal growth of all members in support of military readiness and development of solutions to national security challenges.”

The SAME Values

Integrity: Unwavering commitment to always do what is right, regardless of consequences.
Patriotism: Support our National ideals and take pride in our country.
Public Service: Recognize the critical contribution that public servants play in supporting the economic and environmental needs of the Nation.
National Security: Recognize the dedication of our National Security team comprised of uniform services, civil service and contractors in defending freedom.
Technical Competence: Deliver high-quality solutions.
Excellence: Strive for the highest standards of performance in all actions, both personal and professional.
Environmental Stewardship: Preserve, protect, conserve and restore our National resources through sustainable development.


Direct Reporting All Chapters  
Wiregrass Chapter (Fort Rucker, AL) Wiregrass Post (Fort Rucker, AL)
Huntsville Chapter (Huntsville, AL) Huntsville Post (Huntsville, AL)
Mobile Chapter (Mobile, AL) Mobile Post (Mobile, AL)
Montgomery Chapter (Montgomery, AL) Montgomery Post (Montgomery, AL)
Anchorage Chapter (Anchorage, AK) Anchorage Post (Anchorage, AK)
Polaris Chapter (Eilson AFB, AK) Polaris Post (Eilson AFB, AK)
University of Arizona Student Chapter (AZ) Phoenix Chapter (Phoenix, AZ)
Phoenix Post (Phoenix, AZ) Southern Arizona Chapter (Tucson, AZ)
Southern Arizona Post (Tucson, AZ) Yuma Chapter (Yuma, AZ)
Yuma Post (Yuma, AZ) Arkansas Post (AR)
Arkansas State Chapter (AR) Arkansas State Post (AR)
Arkansas State Post (AR) Cal State University at Sacramento (CA)
Cal State University at Sacramento Student Chapter (CA) Orange County Chapter (CA)
Orange County Post (CA) University of Calfornia at Davis Student Chapter (CA)
University of California at Davis Student Chapter (CA) University of California at Davis Student Chapter (CA)
University of California at Davis Student Chapter (CA) University of California at Davis Student Chapter (CA)
Los Angeles Chapter (Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles Post (Los Angeles, CA)
Oxnard-Ventura Chapter (Oxnard, CA) Oxnard-Ventura Post (Oxnard, CA)
Sacramento Post (Sacramento, CA) San Diego Chapter (San Diego, CA)
San Diego Post (San Diego, CA) San Francisco Chapter (San Francisco, CA)

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