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Mrs. Jameelah Carol Muhammad Ingram, P.E., M.ASCE

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Mrs. Jameelah Ingram, P.E., M.ASCE


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Honoring Hattie Scott Peterson

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 02-26-2021 09:04 AM
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I would like to honor the achievements of Hattie Scott Peterson in celebration of African American History Month and National Engineers Week! Ms. Peterson graduated from Howard University in 1946 and is believed to be the first African American woman to earn her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 02-03-2021 08:26 PM
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Thank you for this thoughtful response, Doug and your detailed recommendations. I like the idea of having a process in place to reduce anxiety. Also, I like the idea that I can look to my team and subject matter experts. (We are not alone out there!) Also, letting people know a date for when I'll be ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 02-03-2021 08:26 PM
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Thank you for sharing this great advice! Your response prompted memories of my first few years out of school. I recall the curiosity I had whenever my supervisor left the office for a meeting with clients. Then, my supervisor started inviting me to attend. These meeting experiences helped me to grow ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 02-03-2021 07:40 PM
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You really hit it home for me with your mention of experience and inherently developing answers, Christopher. Thank you for chiming in on this! As the saying goes, there is no substitute for ​experience! Sincerely, Jameelah ------------------------------ Jameelah Ingram P.E., M.ASCE Washington ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-28-2021 09:00 AM
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Hello Susan, Thank you for the idea to have a process in place for the items I may not have answers to ahead of time...such as the note-taking or collection of contact info. I really appreciate your taking the time to respond! Best, Jameelah ------------------------------ Jameelah Ingram P.E., ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-28-2021 09:00 AM
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Thank you, Nancy. I especially needed to hear the part about feeling like we need to have the right answer on the top of our heads! It is okay to not know but to pair this with follow through to find out. Best, Jameelah ------------------------------ Jameelah Ingram P.E., M.ASCE Washington DC ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-28-2021 09:00 AM
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Hi Mitch, Thanks for kicking off the responses with some great advice! You've certainly laid out some handy tools for me to use. I will especially remember to use the part about acknowledging the concern and following up with an action to investigate. Best, Jameelah ------------------------------ ...

RE: Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-28-2021 09:00 AM
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Thanks, Bill. Your advice really helps to ease the pressure of Q&A for me! Thank you for sharing these tips, and please stay healthy as well. Best, Jameelah ------------------------------ Jameelah Ingram P.E., M.ASCE Washington DC ------------------------------

Thinking on your Feet

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-20-2021 09:04 PM
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Over my engineering career, I have been involved in many types of meetings. This includes internal project team meetings, public outreach meetings, stakeholder meetings, and meetings with clients for example. I strive to prepare beforehand and anticipate potential questions ahead of time. Even so, one ...

RE: Virtual Inclusivity of Future Events?

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 12-18-2020 09:28 AM
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Thanks for this post Danielle! I completely agree on the accessibility allowed by virtual events. Virtual events have offered so many opportunities for me to go outside my typical geographic boundaries. Last week, I had a chance to learn about the Peace Bridge via an ASCE Buffalo Section webinar ...

The Life of a Kindergartener

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 12-03-2020 06:56 PM
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Do you remember your kindergarten years or interact with five-year-old children often? There are a few things that I'd like to borrow from that period in my life for my work life today. Snack time is one of them but staying curious at work is another. I remember learning about magnets in kindergarten ...

How to Keep the Workplace Civil?

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 09-23-2020 12:05 PM
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Good Morning, I do not always know what my colleagues are dealing with behind the frame on video calls. (They could be facing personal issues at home, yet wearing a public face during work hours to get the job done.) In consideration of this unknown, do you have an approach to being cordial with ...

RE: Tips for A Successful Mentoring Relationship

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 03-12-2020 12:24 PM
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Hello Luis and Salvador, In my opinion, a successful mentoring relationship thrives best in a judgement free zone. I would define a judgement free zone as one where a mentee trusts that a mentor will respond to their inquires without harsh criticism. Constructive comments work best and may make a ...

RE: What are you doing to celebrate Engineers Week?

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 01-28-2020 05:34 PM
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Hello Danielle, The finals for the Future City Competition will take place in Washington, D.C. during Engineers Week. I am excited to assist along with other members of the National Capital Section. As ASCE and many companies prepare for the future of the civil engineering industry, it is great ...

Your Vision for 2020

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 12-13-2019 03:38 PM
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Dates on my 2020 calendar are beginning to fill up well before 2019 even closes. This reminds me to stop and think. Before continuing to commit to appointments for next year, I should probably reflect on the past year...Do new appointments fit or conflict with the vision I have set for my life? Did I ...

Fun Events for Students and Professionals?

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 11-20-2019 12:46 PM
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The ASCE National Capital Section Education Committee organizes events to connect professional members and college students from ASCE Student Chapters within our section. For example, we planned a "Coffee + Connections" event at a local cafe, where students and professionals networked over coffee, tea, ...

Switching Disciplines or Specialties (after entering the "real world")

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 11-01-2019 04:08 PM
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Engineering has an array of disciplines to choose from. On top of that, civil engineering has several areas to specialize in. (I have met many students who seem pressured to make the right choice from the beginning.) In some cases, a civil engineer may earn a degree and start a career in a specialty ...

RE: Benefits of Joining Professional Organizations as a Young Engineer

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 08-22-2019 02:49 PM
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Hello Luis, Shortly after graduating, I became actively involved with my local ASCE SEI chapter. One of my co-workers encouraged me to join. I started in the Student Outreach position with a goal of expanding our scholarship program. From there, I cycled through other positions and eventually became ...

RE: Balancing Work, Health, and Family

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 06-04-2019 11:47 AM
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Luis, I really enjoyed reading the feedback to your question and have walked away with sound advice. Thanks for posting this question! I balance my work with other aspects of my life by starting off with a good night of rest. I've already lost the task of balancing my responsibilities and routines if ...

Stepping Away from My Desk Makes Me a Better Engineer

Posted By Jameelah Ingram 05-06-2019 05:18 PM
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The wafting aroma of cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. signals the arrival of spring. Whenever the weather breaks, I am reminded of why it is important to step away from my desk. Here are a few reasons why I have found moments of respite to be so valuable: Strengthen Professional Skills ...