School Science Visit – Volunteers Needed
Mon, 04/16/2012 - 07:32 — pghygnWHAT: We are hosting a workshop at Holy Trinity school to teach them about science, engineering, and nuclear power. This will feature a formal presentation to the entire school, and then breakout activities with each grade. We are looking for volunteers to help run the breakout activities. We are going to the school for 2 days, and only need you to volunteer for 1 day!
WHERE: Holy Trinity School in McKee’s Rocks, PA
WHEN: May 7th and May 8th, 12pm-3:30pm
WHY: To promote science education and give back to our community!
Take Your Kid To Work Day
Mon, 04/16/2012 - 07:32 — pghygnWHAT: NA-YGN and WIN are teaming up again to host morning activities for 150 kids, in 7th-12th grade on Take Your Kid To Work Day. The events will feature breakfast, ice-breakers, games, activities, and prizes! We need several volunteers to help with everything!
WHY: To volunteer and help make this event a success!
WHEN: April 26th, 2012 7:30 am-11 am
WHERE: CWHQ-1 Cafeteria
HOW: To volunteer, send an email to Ally Mazzoni (mazzonaa@westinghouse.com).
**6th ANNUAL NA-YGN GOLF OUTING!**
Mon, 04/16/2012 - 07:31 — pghygnVolunteers are needed to help organize this year’s NA-YGN Golf Outing in July. If you are interested, please email Annie Rowland (rowlana@westinghouse.com) or Kristen Perrino (perrinke@westinghouse.com). You’re help would be greatly appreciated!
Be on the lookout for more information and a poll to determine the best event date.
Mars 5K Run/Walk!
Mon, 04/16/2012 - 07:31 — pghygnWhat: 5k Run/Walk
When: May 19, 2012 @ 9:00 AM
Where: Mars High School
Why: FUN!
Cost: $18/person - cash or check made payable to Mars Area Band Boosters
How: Email Colleen McCloskey and fill out the attached form and let me know if you have a team you want to be on or if you want me to put you on a team. (So far we have interest from quite a few that aren’t on teams yet so do not fear.) If you have decided to form a team on your own, you can also fill out the team registration form. Turn in forms and money to the following people by April 23.
Adam Malinowski – CWHQ-1 328J
Successful Cranberry Member Meeting 4/12/12
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 09:45 — pghygnSandy Rupprecht, Vice President Ap1000 Deliver Systems (recently appointed to senior vice president, NPP Business Development) delivered a very engaging presentation about the AP1000 builds in China and the US to an auditorium full of NA-YGN members. He also spoke about the near term AP1000 opportunities and the influence that politics and financing have on winning plant bids. Sandy discussed how although the AP1000 may be the best design on the market right now, a great product at a good price is not always enough to secure sales.
E-Week Recap
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 16:02 — pghygnThe Carnegie Science Center recently hosted the 61st anniversary of National Engineers Week. This program celebrates the achievements of millions of engineers around the country. On February 17 and 18, about fifteen Westinghouse employees and NA-YGN members participated in the program at the Science Center. In addition to the Westinghouse table, NA-YGN members also helped support the SWE and ANS tables.
March NA-YGN Meeting - Cranberry
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 16:00 — pghygnSave the Date for the NA-YGN March Meeting!
When – March 12, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
(Please arrive early to allow time to grab lunch and find a seat before 11:45)
Where – CWHQ-1, 176A
Speakers: Sandy Rupprecht, Vice President, AP1000 Delivery Systems,
Ibrahim Mohammed & Jay Mehta, Leadership Development Initiative.
Upcoming NA-YGN events will be discussed.
Please bring the pop tabs that you have been collecting!
Lunch will be provided but BYOD (bring your own drink)
Any questions, please contact Whitney at boppwa@westinghouse.com
Calling all FEMALE ENGINEERS!!
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 15:58 — pghygnThe Western Pennsylvania Girl Scouts are holding an event on March 25th called IMAGINE ENGINEERING, the event will focus on encouraging girls in grades 6-12 to pursue careers in Engineering and help their parents learn effective strategies to support their daughter’s continued interest in the math and sciences. The event is being sponsored by Google and other engineering companies in the Pittsburgh area will be hosting workshop sessions as well.
WHO: 3 Female Engineers
WHEN: Sunday March 25th, 2012 From 1:45pm-4:45pm
WHERE: CCAC Allegheny County Campus, Auditorium.
6th Annual Ice Skating Party a Success!
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 15:56 — pghygnThe 6th annual NA-YGN Ice skating party was held February 10th 2012 at Schenley Ice Skating Rink. About 50 NA-YGN members, guests, and Beaver Valley employees came out for a fun evening of ice skating, dinner, music and raffle prizes. Four lucky winners received $25 gift cards while eight winners received Valentine’s Day chocolates. A food drive also took place. Various items were collected for the Gleaner Food Bank in Cranberry. Thanks to all who participated!
E-Week Volunteers Needed
Mon, 02/06/2012 - 08:50 — pghygnWestinghouse will be supporting the 61st Engineers Week by hosting a booth at the Carnegie Science Center on February 17th & 18th.
NA-YGN is currently seeking volunteers to work 2 hour shifts on:
• Friday, February 17th between 8:30 am - 4 pm
• Saturday February 18th between 9:30 am – 5 pm
The booth will focus on educating visitors on Westinghouse and engineering in the nuclear field! Pre-job brief training will be provided by the Westinghouse E-Week Committee prior to the event! Volunteers will receive free admission to the science center and a free E-week T-shirt.
