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It's time to make our newsletter shine with your amazing contributions!
Your contributions will help make our newsletter an engaging and insightful publication that reflects the talent and dedication within PICE USA.
Citation Guide:
Unless the article is your own, please use citation when referring even paraphrasing work written or done by others to avoid plagiarism issue.
MLA (Modern Language Association) Style:
Key features:
- In-text citations use the author’s last name and page number:
Example: (Smith 123)
- A "Works Cited" page at the end lists full references.
- Emphasizes the author's name and the text/page, if being cited.
Examples:
1. Book
Gladwell, Malcolm. Outliers: The Story of Success. Little, Brown and Company,
2008.
2. Website
Parker, Amy. "10 Ways to Stay Productive When Working from Home." Remote Work
Journal, 4 May 2023, www.remoteworkjournal.com/productivity-tips.
APA (American Psychological Association) Style:
Key features:
- In-text citations include author’s last name and year of publication:
Example: (Smith, 2020)
- A "References" page at the end lists full details.
- Focuses on the date of publication to emphasize recent research.
Examples:
1. Book
Angelou, Maya (1969). I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Random House.
2. Website
Parker, A. (2023, May 4). 10 ways to stay productive when working from home.
Remote Work Journal. https://www.remoteworkjournal.com/productivity-tips.
PICE USA Newsletter Content Guide
1. Editorial or Editor’s note
Description:
This section must offer a personal reflection from the editor, setting the tone for the issue and introducing its central theme. It should provide context for the selected content, highlights key stories or features, and may include updates, insights, or behind-the-scenes notes. It should be written in a warm and thoughtful tone. The editorial aims to connect
with readers, offer perspective, and invite engagement with the newsletter’s content and community.
Prompts:
Why this issue matters now?
What are the important behind the scenes information of this edition?
What we’re learning as a community?
What personal reflection or memory are tied to this topic?
What we hope you take away from this issue?
2. Industry Spotlight
Description:
This section shines a light on emerging trends, groundbreaking innovations, regulatory changes, and major developments in the civil engineering industry, both in the U.S. and globally. It should be designed to keep members informed about the evolving landscape of infrastructure, construction, and design. The articles may include summaries of key events, recent research findings, or forecasts shaping the future of the profession..
Prompts:
What are the most promising trends in infrastructure development this year?
Share insights on how climate change is influencing engineering design and
construction codes.
How are innovations like 3D printing or AI transforming civil engineering?
Highlight a major industry report or conference and its key takeaways.
Analyze how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (or similar policies) is impacting civil projects in the U.S.
3. Expert Insight
Description:
A technical deep-dive and thought leadership section written by experienced professionals. It must offer members a platform to share advanced knowledge, case studies, lessons learned from challenging projects, or professional philosophies. The articles may cover specialty fields (e.g., geotechnical, structural, transportation), provide standards interpretations, or offer advice on managing engineering teams and projects.
Prompts:
What hard-earned lessons have you learned from complex project failures or successes?
Break down a specialized engineering method or calculation for our members.
Share your viewpoint on leadership and ethics in engineering practice.
What do engineers need to know about risk management or regulatory compliance today?
Provide an in-depth explanation of a design or construction innovation you've applied.
4. Kudos Corner
Description:
A celebratory space for recognizing and honoring the achievements, milestones, and special contributions of PICE USA members. This includes certifications, promotions, awards, community involvement, academic accomplishments, and other forms of recognition that reflect the excellence and dedication of our members.
Prompts:
Have you or a fellow member received a PE license, PMP certification, or advanced degree?
Who in your chapter or workplace deserves recognition for leadership or mentorship?
Highlight a member’s volunteer or community engagement achievement.
Share photos and a short write-up on recent awards or professional honors.
Celebrate group achievements such as successful events or project completions.
5. Journey in Focus (formerly “Tell Me Your Story”)
Description:
This is a personal narrative section that offers a look into the unique journeys of PICE USA members from student life in the Philippines to professional life abroad. Stories may include career transitions, immigration experiences, personal challenges, or defining moments. The aim is to build connection, empathy, and inspiration among members.
Prompts:
Tell us about your journey from the Philippines to becoming an engineer in the U.S.
What cultural adjustments or challenges did you face in your career abroad?
Share a story of how mentorship or persistence helped shape your path.
Describe a moment in your life when you knew engineering was your calling.
How has your identity as a Filipino engineer influenced your work and values?
6. Project Showcase
Description:
This section highlights standout engineering projects involving PICE USA members. Whether still in progress or recently completed, the goal is to showcase engineering excellence, innovation, and real-world impact. Submissions should include project objectives, challenges, design features, timelines, and outcomes, preferably with visuals.
Prompts:
Describe a high-impact or technically complex project you are working on.
What makes this project unique in terms of sustainability, innovation, or scale?
Share the collaboration dynamics involved, contractors, agencies, design teams.
Include before/after visuals or field photos to illustrate project progress.
What challenges did your team face, and how were they overcome?
7. Tech Toolbox
Description:
This section provides reviews, tutorials, and tips on engineering tools, software, and digital technologies. Whether you're introducing a new app or sharing shortcuts for tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro, or project management platforms, this is where members can boost their tech proficiency
Prompts:
Introduce a new engineering software or tool you’ve recently used—what makes it
useful?
Share a beginner’s guide or tips for using an industry-standard program.
Compare two tools or platforms you’ve used for design or project management.
What mobile apps help you in the field or during site inspections?
Describe how BIM, GIS, or drone technology is transforming your workflow.
8. Student and Young Member Zone
Description:
This section is dedicated to students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals. It must offer a space to reflect on their growth, share challenges, highlight achievements, and offer or seek guidance. It must help bridge the gap between school and practice while giving voice to future leaders of the profession.
Prompts:
What motivated you to pursue civil engineering, and how has your journey unfolded
so far?
Share your internship, co-op, or first job experience—what did you learn?
What challenges are you facing as a young engineer and how are you navigating
them?
Write a letter to your younger self or give advice to incoming engineering students.
Highlight your academic research, design competition, or campus initiative.
9. Engineering Pulse
Description:
This is a commentary and update section where contributors weigh in on current events, policies, or movements that influence the civil engineering field. Topics may range from climate action and personal development, to major infrastructure investments, licensing changes, or labor market trends.
Prompts:
What current events or policy changes do you think engineers should pay attention to?
Share your opinion on sustainability mandates or federal/state infrastructure investments.
How should engineers respond to natural disasters, urbanization, or resource scarcity?
Comment on workforce trends like remote work, or certification requirements.
What does "resilient infrastructure" mean in today’s engineering practice?
10. Beyond Borders
Description:
This section explores the lives and experiences of Filipino civil engineers practicing outside the Philippines. Articles must focus on navigating international job markets, adapting to different engineering standards, work cultures, and how to succeed as a globally mobile professional.
Prompts:
Describe your experience adjusting to engineering practices in a different country.
What licensing or credentialing process did you go through abroad?
How do cultural and communication diƯerences influence your work experience?
Share advice for Filipino engineers planning to work internationally.
What are the biggest rewards and challenges of being an overseas engineer?
11. Career Corner
Description:
This section provides career development content, including professional licensing guidance, continuing education tips, job search strategies, career opportunities and mentoring success stories. It must be designed to help members grow and succeed atevery career stage.
Prompts:
How did you prepare for and pass your PE, PMP, or other certifications?
Share job search tips or resume/interview strategies that worked for you.
What professional development courses, webinars, or events would you
recommend?
How has mentoring (as mentor or mentee) influenced your career?
What’s your long-term career plan, and what steps are you taking to reach it?
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