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Lead collaboration in support of our national security priorities through advancing three strategic goals: Drive Partnerships, Deliver Solutions, and Develop People.
The Mount Tacoma Post of the Society of American Military Engineers was established in 1950, joining the growing number of SAME posts after the national Society’s creation in 1919. SAME was formed with the goal of bringing together civilian and military engineers to collaborate and share knowledge for the benefit of national defense. The Tacoma Post has a rich history dating back over 70 years, with its members making valuable contributions to military engineering projects and innovations in the Pacific Northwest. The Mount Tacoma Post now boasts over 200 members and holds monthly meetings near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
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SAME Projects of Excellence – October 25, 2024
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Finding, Being, and Sharing the Value: SAME’s 2024 Year in Review
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Volunteers Needed – Future City Competition
Regional Competition Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025 Location: FedEx Headquarters, 1000 FedEx Drive, Moon Township, PA 15108 Volunteers are needed – see ESWP webpage below
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SAME’s Communities of Interest offer members a chance to engage nationally with other professionals focused on a particular technical field or demographic within joint engineering and the A/E/C industry.
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