Tennessee Society of Professional Engineers

Promotion of education - tspe and its chapters, in conjunction with the tn engineering foundation, sponsored mathcounts, a mathematics competition for students in grades 6-8, geared toward encouraging the study of and excellence in mathematics among middle school students. The program includes local and state competitions; the state winner participates in the national mathcounts.tspe sponsored a review course for engineering graduates who were preparing to take the principles and practice of engineering examination to become licensed Professional engineers.tspe sponsored educational seminars and an annual meeting for the purpose of educating members.

Promotion of public welfare - tspe sponsored Engineers day on the hill, which was attended by about 40 members. The purpose of the event was to educate members of the tn general assembly on the impact of proposed legislation on the public health, safety, and welfare. In addition, the executive director monitored and lobbied the state legislators on these issues throughout the legislative session. The executive director also attended and participated in meetings of the tn state board of architectural and engineering examiners.

Promotion of the Professional interests of Engineers - tspe produced and distributed a quarterly newsletter to update and educate members on issues related to the practice of engineering; a monthly electronic newsletter was also distributed to members on timely topics.