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Winners Announced for the 2025 AISC/ACSA Steel Design Student Competition
The 2025 AISC/ACSA Steel Design Student Competition challenged students to explore various design issues related to the use of steel in design and construction. Participating students were offered the opportunity to compete in two separate categories. September 17, 2025AISC 358-27 Prequalified Moment Connection Standard Available for Public Review
The AISC standard Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications (AISC 358-27) is available for public review from September 15 until November 3, 2025. September 15, 2025AISC Welcomes Northeastern University Professor for Fall Research Residency
"I am honored to have been invited to be the inaugural Fellow," Hajjar said. "I look forward to learning more about AISC's vision and scope, as well as working with the great team at AISC on these goals." September 12, 2025Wednesday: Insider Shop Talk with Workforce Development Insights from Universal Steel, Decide DeKalb
"Many AISC member fabricators I speak with about the skilled trades shortage don't know where to start," said AISC Director of Workforce Development Jennifer Traut-Todaro, SE, LEED AP. "The Insider Shop Talk series offers real-life solutions through engaging conversations with members and their partners." September 5, 2025About Us
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