May 2013 - Technical Content - ASME Journals Program
The ASME Journal Program publishes the highest quality peer-reviewed literature across a variety of disciplines of mechanical engineering. Each of the 26 ASME Journal titles strives to further the progress of science through the sharing of the latest engineering research, and in reading these journals, you'll not only find the seminal milestones in mechanical engineering research but also the latest information on today's cutting-edge discoveries.
April 2013 – Pay it Forward - Be a Mentor and Make a Difference
The ASME Mentoring Program utilizes a web-based platform in partnership with WisdomShareTM, a leader in the field of mentor-mentee relationships. Your interests, expertise and experience will be carefully matched with an ASME Member or Student Member, after which you will be provided with the resources, tools and tips needed to launch and nurture a productive and meaningful relationship together.
March 2013 – ASME Members are PROUD!
As ASME's ambassadors, no one can express the value of membership better than you, our proud and loyal members. For that reason, we've devoted this entire issue of Member Savvy to sharing some of the great responses we receive each and every month from our green "Proud Button!"
February 2013 – ASME SmartBrief, our Newest Member Benefit!
ASME SmartBrief, a daily e-mail newsletter specifically designed for mechanical engineering professionals, is a complimentary member benefit that is specifically aimed at bringing you a quick, two-minute read that will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and trends from around the world and across the profession. News stories are meticulously picked by expert editors and delivered straight to your inbox. ASME SmartBrief even comes equipped with wireless compatibility for mobile readers.
January 2013 – The new and re-imagined ME
Mechanical Engineering has been refocused with interesting technical content, new authors and perspectives, enhanced interactivity and much more. Mechanical Engineering has always been the go-to publication for the profession, and this exciting redesign positions ME as the essential resource for the next generation of mechanical engineers.
November 2012 – FREE e-Library Enhancement
Our partners at Knovel have upgraded a useful feature, the Knovel Unit Converter, to help engineers increase calculation efficiency while maintaining high levels of accuracy. The e-Library's new Unit Converter now incorporates a full-fledged math engine, offering engineers increased precision and reliability.
October 2012 – Government Relations
Government Relations is the primary way that ASME provides effective representation and advocacy for the engineering profession. ASME represents you and your fellow mechanical engineers with advocacy and policy efforts in Washington DC.
September 2012 – The ASME Insurance Program
The ASME-endorsed Life Insurance Program can be one of the most valuable member benefits because if offers protection for yourself, your family and your loved ones. As an ASME member, you are eligible to receive exclusive savings on a variety of traditional and innovative insurance products from world-class carriers such as New York Life, Liberty Mutual, Lloyds of London, and more.
August 2012 – Market Research for ASME Members
One of the many benefits of your ASME Membership is access to proprietary research. Last year, ASME conducted a survey with engineers to learn about the current state of the profession and the changes anticipated over the next two decades.
June 2012 – Engineering Competitions
ASME offers a number of competitions for its members, including the I-Show, Student Design Competition, Human Powered Vehicle Challenge, Old Guard Oral Presentation Competition, and ASME Rapid Design Challenge.
May 2012 – Our Proud ASME Members
We regularly receive emails from professional and student members that convey how proud they are to be mechanical engineers, so this month we are devoting the entire issue of Member Savvy to your quotes.
April 2012 – Wisdom at Your Fingertips
ASME is a virtual treasure trove of technical information – and we are ready to pass along this wisdom to our members and the global mechanical engineering community. ASME provides a multitude of webinars, podcasts, online courses and other on-demand learning opportunities for our members – many of which are available at no cost.
March 2012 – ASME Digital Library
ASME's renowned Digital Library stands out as the single most extensive scholarly resource on mechanical engineering. ASME is providing an opportunity for individual Members to download their personal choice of papers from the Digital Library for a very nominal cost. Click here for details.
February 2012 - Spreading the Word about ASME Membership!
Announcing the launch of the all-new ASME Referral Drive, This is your opportunity to share your pride in ASME with your friends and colleagues help grow our membership, and earn cool rewards every time one of your eligible referrals joins the society. Read about how you can spread the word about the value of ASME membership today!
January 2012 - Student Members – The Future of ASME
Student Members play a vital role at ASME and represent the future of the organization. Staying relevant is a top priority for ASME as a professional association in today's highly competitive world. Our impressive growth with younger audiences is proof that we are moving in the right direction.
December 2011 - A new financial benefit puts more money in your pocket
Bank of America is now offering ASME Members an innovative cash rewards credit card called the BankAmericard Cash Rewards Visa. Branded with the ASME logo so you can be proud to carry it in your wallet, it is the simplest and most straightforward credit card yet.
October 2011 - “Share” and Take ASME Viral
ASME has now embraced the “going viral” movement by providing you with the opportunity to share the content you read on www.asme.org on social media with millions of other engineers around the world.
September 2011 - SPECIAL EDITION Part III - ASME Community
This month's issue highlights how more than 120,000 members in 150 countries around the world can share common interest and information, through various ASME-lead communities. ASME Communities are essential for mechanical engineers and other technical professionals who want to stay in touch with the very best and brightest in the engineering world.
August 2011 – SPECIAL EDITION Part II – Career Resources
This issue focuses on ASME's Career Resources which provides members with valuable benefits to enhance their professional careers over a lifetime.
July 2011 – SPECIAL EDITION Part I – Technical Benefits
This Special Edition highlights ASME's technical benefits including the ASME e-Library, ASME's Training & Development programs; courses, seminars & workshops, in-company training, webinars, and e-learning, news & articles; ME Magazine & ASME.ORG, and publications; journals, codes & standards, and conference proceedings.
May 2011 – The New ASME.ORG!
ASME.ORG has been re-launched and it's not just improved, but completely re-engineered. Instead of being internally focused on ASME the organization, the new website focuses on you the engineer, the engineering profession and the changing world around us. Our goal is to make the new website a destination, attracting new visitors who return frequently for new engineering-related perspectives, insights and news … and to also learn about ASME's products, services and member benefits.
April 2011 – New Career Podcasts!
ASME has partnered with two of the leading experts in career management to bring you a brand new series of career focused podcasts on the ASME Career Center.
March 2011 – Work Smarter with ASME
The ASME e-Library is an incredible source of online technical information and powerful analytical tools, and ASME’s new Mentoring program is a terrific way to connect with other members and help them make a difference in their professional lives (or in yours). Both of these benefits are FREE for ASME Members!
February 2011 - Free e-Greeting Cards and E4C
ASME once again celebrated Engineers Week February 20 – 26,with a unique and fun activity especially for our Members. EngineeringforChange.org is anonline platform that provides engineers, technologists, non-governmentalorganizations (NGOs) and local community advocates the tools to jointlyaddress humanitarian and global development challenges.
January
2011 - Project Crowdsourcing
Project Crowdsourcing empowers YOU and other ASME members to become the guest editor-in-chief of Mechanical Engineering magazine, and together, determine the content of the December 2011 issue!
December
2010 - FREE Nanotechnology Podcasts
ASME has developed a series of introductory podcasts designed specifically for engineers not currently working in the “nano” world. The ASME Nano Educational Series was created to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals and applications of nanotechnology.
November
2010 - Discounts, Discounts and More Discounts!
Although people generally do not join ASME mainly for discounts, they are still an important and potentially valuable component of your membership.
October
2010 - Happy Birthday ASME!
Please join us in wishing ASME a very Happy Birthday as it marks its 130th year as your professional society.
September
2010 - Lifelong Learning / ASME Training & Development
ASME is here to help our members achieve lifelong learning through a wide array of high-quality professional development and training programs, with subject matter across the many disciplines of mechanical engineering, and with courses ranging from fundamental to advanced levels.
August
2010 - Member Testimonials - Part II
Over the last few months, we have been getting so many responses to the “Why I am proud to be an ME or ASME Member” button that we decided to use this month’s letter to share some of your terrific feedback.
July
2010 - Create Your Legacy - Become a Volunteer
The best ways to get involved and develop a strong legacy with ASME is to volunteer – giving a piece of your time, your muscle, your mind, or all three!
June
2010 - Membership Updates
Some brief updates on what has been going on at ASME recently.
May
2010 - Social Media @ ASME
Learn why every mechanical engineer should explore and embrace ASME's social networking tools.