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Name: Julianna (Julika) Michna, P.E.
Email:Julika.michna@swe.org
Hometown: Jupiter, FL
Position:
Project Engineer, Environmental Resources Management (ERM)
Discipline:
Environmental Engineering, specialized in air permitting and air
quality compliance
Degree (s):
- Bachelor of Science, Polymer & Textile Chemistry, Georgia
Institute of Technology, 1999
- Master of Science, Textile Technology, Institute of Textile
Technology, 2001
- Master, Environmental Engineering, Rice University, 2004
Interest: I enjoy travelling, shopping, cooking, going to the theater or
movies, and refereeing volleyball..
Why I joined SWE:
Throughout my college career I had numerous friends that were
members of SWE. I never got involved because my undergraduate
degree was not in engineering, but was always curious. A few years
ago I had a client in Texas that was a SWE member and she would
tell me about all of the projects and activities that she did
as part of SWE. She encouraged me to learn more about my local
section to see what opportunities were available. I become involved
and really enjoyed the service projects, fun activities, and networking.
I am very excited to be an officer this year. My only regret is
that I did not join SWE sooner.
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|  Vice President
Name: Marisa-Ann Lopez, E.I.T.
Email:marisa.lopez@kimley-horn.com
Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL
Position: Civil Analyst, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Degree (s):
- AA , Palm Beach Community College
- BS, Civil Engineering, University of Florida
Interest: I enjoy spending time with my family and dancing.
Why I joined SWE:
SWE focuses on professional development and community outreach which are both passions of mine. As women engineers, we face different struggles and challenges professionally from our male counterparts. It is great to be able to express and share thoughts and ideas about the engineering field with other women. The community outreach not only promotes engineering to students, but teaches the children to never stop asking questions and if you can think it, you can do it.
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Treasurer
Name: Kim Seager, P.E.
Email: Kim.Seager@swe.org
Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL
Position (s): Design Engineer, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.
Discipline: Roadway Design
Degree (s) & Year of Graduation:
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Florida, 2002
Master of Engineering, Transportation, University of Florida, 2004
Interests: I enjoy traveling, swimming, reading, music, scrapbooking
and watching television (especially The O.C. and Gilmore Girls)
Why I joined SWE:
I have been a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE) and a member of the Institute of Transportation Engineers
(ITE) where I served as vice president of the University of Florida
ITE Chapter. While these organizations are very important to me
they are both technical organizations. I was looking for a society
that focuses on professional development and I found that with SWE.
SWE discusses topics from work-life balance to the corporate retention
of women engineers. Participating in SWE has been a very valuable
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Secretary
/ Data Officer
Name: Emily White
Email: emilywhite@bellsouth.net
Hometown: Boca Raton, FL
Position: Software Engineer, IBM
Discipline: Software Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Wayne State University
Interests: Travel, pets, swimming, cat rescue, movies, antiques.
Why I joined
SWE:
I joined SWE in 1998 in San Jose, California. We worked with the Girl Scouts helping "at risk" young women, encouraging academic pursuits as well as tutoring and mentoring. I especially enjoy the networking and social activities.
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 Vice President of Membership
Name: Anetha Lue
Email: amaynelue@gmail.com
Hometown: Pembroke Pines, FL
Position: Environmental Engineering, Energy Environment Exchange Inc.
Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Degree: Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineer, University of South Florida
- Masters in Business Administration and a Graduate certificate in Sustainable Communities, Florida International University
- Professional Engineering license in Mechanical Engineering
Interests: nature walks, art
Why I joined SWE: Primarily to serve the community more effectively, as part of a team, and to have fun while doing so.
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 Webmaster
Name: Sally Nemes
Email: sally.nemes@gmail.com
Hometown: Boca Raton, FL
Position: Specialist II - CAFM - IT Solutions, School District of Palm Beach County
Discipline: Software Enginering
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, Vanderbilt University
Interests: I enjoy my family, my pets, volunteering, playing golf, music such as opera and playing flute and piano and watching sports especially football.
Why I joined SWE:
Joining SWE has been a fun and professional way to complement my
software engineering. The society has broaden my expectations, exposing
me to a variety of professionals eager to share their experiences
and advices worth a million in the challenging world of an Engineer.
SWE, I have found, is here to help everyone succeed.
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 Newsletter Editor
Name: Eileen
M. Vélez-Vega
Email: Eileen.Velez@swe.org
Hometown: West Palm Beach, Florida
Position (s): Civil Aviation Analyst, Kimley-Horn and Associates,
Inc.
Discipline: Civil Engineering, specialized airfield pavements
and aviation design
Degree (s):
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering University of Puerto
Rico at Mayagüez
- Masters Degree candidate, Civil Engineering University of Florida
Year of Graduation: 2003
Interests: She enjoys traveling with her husband, teaching Yoga
and Pilates as well as reading, dancing and relaxing at the beach.
Why I joined SWE:
I’m
happy to have served as the Southeast Florida section President
and to help revitalize SWE in the area. My SWE journey began as
a student member of the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
(UPRM) Section where I held several officer positions such as
the secretary, president, and chair of the 2003 SWE Region D Conference
in Puerto Rico. At the Region C level, I was Professional Development
chair (2004), and served as the SWE counselor for the Louisiana
Tech University student section. For the past two years I’ve
been a speaker at Regional and National conferences, and served
in the SWE Conference Programming Board as a student liaison.
One of my main goals in SWE has always been outreach. I have a
passion for helping young students and professionals develop themselves
in SWE to promote leadership and career advancement. In 2005 I
was very fortunate to become the founder and president of the
SWE Mississippi River City Section in Vicksburg, Mississippi.
This was the first SWE professional section in the state of Mississippi.
I also consider other engineering societies important for my career
specially those associated with my engineering discipline, which
is why I’m an active member of the American Society of Civil
Engineers where I’ve worked in the Engineers Week activities
and National technical committees. I’m also a member of
the Flexible Pavement Construction and Rehabilitation Committee
of the Transportation Research Board. But even though I enjoy
working with these other societies and organizations SWE has been
one of the most valuable assets in my engineering career. SWE
is an opportunity to develop as a strong leader and inspire engineers
to achieve their highest potential. You never know who you might
inspire next!
Learn more about me...
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Vice-President of Scholarships
Vice-President of Public Relations
Name: Crystle George
Email: crystaljg@yahoo.com
Hometown: North Little Rock, AR
Position (s): Mechanical Field Engineer, Bechtel Power Corporation
Discipline: Construction Management
Degree (s): Bachelor of Science, Construction Management, 2007
- Associate of Science, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, 2006
Interests: I enjoy traveling, outdoor activities, going to church, spending quality time with my family, doing community outreach events. I am also involved with NSBE, where I am the Communications Chair of the Special Interest Group called Women in Science and Engineering, I am also the President of NextGen at Turkey Point Nuclear – EPU Project where the group’s focus is on supporting the orientation, development, retention, and empowerment of employees as they begin and build their careers with Bechtel.
Why I joined
SWE:
I originally joined SWE during my college career. I joined because it would be a good networking opportunity for me and also liked the professional development aspect. Having a woman group in a technical field was much needed for me during my college career. I enjoy being a part of this organization.
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 Vice President of Professional Development
Name: Patricia (Patty) Campbell
Email: Pcampbell@belcan.com
Hometown: North Palm Beach, Florida
Position: Mechanical Designer, Belcan Corporation
Discipline: Mechanical Design, Project Management
Degree(s) and Year of Graduation:
- Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering, University of Massachusetts (Amherst, MA), 1987
- MBA, Portland State University, 1999
Interests: Traveling, boating, SCUBA diving, kayaking, spending time with my family.
Why I joined
SWE:
I think it is important to expose girls to math and science. Growing up, I was lucky to have a father who was a nuclear physicist that tried to make my math and science homework fun so that I would want to know more. I want to help show girls that being technical and smart is fun! Plus, I want girls to know that they can do many things with an engineering degree. On a professional note, women engineers are in the minority and I believe SWE provides a great outlet to shares experiences, lessons learned, network, etc…
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Vice President of Outreach
Name: Tinú Peña, LEED® AP
Email: tpena@motreco.com
Hometown: Royal Palm Beach, FL
Position: Civil Engineer
Discipline: Civil Engineer
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Florida Atlantic University (Minor in Business Administration)
Prior: Served in the U.S. Army as a Missle Specialist Technician.
Year of Graduation: 2005
Interests: Home improvements, golfing, tennis, music. Mother of two children - Miguel and Eleana. Tinu is also active in NSBE, FES and ASCE.
Why I joined
SWE:
Like many of my fellow officers, I joined SWE in College and was delighted by the opportunity I had to improve my leadership skills. I was able to use SWE as a stepping to give back to the community by participating at local middle schools and showing students how engineering can be fun. This has led to my interest in becoming a speaker promoting the field of engineering. I also find that being amongst women of like interests has added to my drive to always move upward and making sure that those coming behind me have that opportunity as well.
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Vice President of Girl Scouts (North)
Name: Laura Kerr
Email: kerrlj@earthlink.net
Hometown: Jupiter, FL
Position: Consultant
Discipline: Systems Analyst
Degree(s):
- B. S. Systems Science, University of West Florida
- M. S. Systems Analysis, University of West Florida
Interests: Arts, Environment, Sports, Travel, Volunteerism
Why I joined
SWE:
Because of their commitment to science education outreach. I enjoy collaborating with SWE members on our various science education program offerings.
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Vice President of Girl Scouts (South)
Name: Heather Baburek Guenot, P.E.
Email: hguenot@calvin-giodano.com
Hometown: Plantation, FL
Position: Project Manager, Highway Engineering Department for Calvin, Giordano & Associates
Discipline: Civil Engineer
Degree(s): B. S. Civil Engineering
Interests: Spending time with my family, travelling abroad, reading, cooking, and swing dancing.
Why I joined
SWE: I have been involved in SWE since my college years at Purdue University. I have found SWE to be a valuable professional networking opportunity, as well as an enjoyable social group. It has provided a wonderful forum for community involvement through SWE outreach programs with the Girl Scouts. I am pleased to have the opportunity to serve the Southeast Florida SWE chapter again as an officer.
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Vice President of Community Colleges
Name: Sona Kundalkar
Email: sona.kundalkar@gmail.com
Hometown:
Position: Science Department Specialist, Palm Beach Community College-Palm Beach Gardens campus
Discipline: Biomedical Engineering
Degree: Bachelors of Engineering, Vanderbilt University
Year of Graduation:
Interests: I enjoy travelling swimming, going to the movies and spending time with family and friends.
Why I joined
SWE:
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