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Message From Chris Campbell, Alumni Club (Past) President,

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  At the NFPA Meeting in June 7, 2022, the UMD FPE Alumni Club held its annual meeting and dinner. We had a great turnout with over 100 alumni and guests enjoying a fun night of food, drinks and conversation. We also held our business meeting, which included a Department update from Jim Milke, the introduction of the newest FPE faculty member, Dr. Shuna Ni, who will join the Department this summer, and a $15,000 financial contribution to the Department from the Alumni Club. This meeting also marked a transition in leadership for the Alumni Club. After 2 years of serving as the President of the club, my term has come to a close, and I am happy to announce the new Board of Directors for the Alumni Club: President:…
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2019 Homecoming Tailgate Tickets Now on Sale!

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University of Maryland Fire Protection Engineering Alumni Club Homecoming Tailgate When: Saturday November 2, 2019 9AM - 12PM ET Where: Soccer Field Tailgate Area Near Lot 1 How much: $10 per person Number of Tickets 1 Ticket $10.00 USD 2 Tickets $20.00 USD 3 Tickets $30.00 USD 4 Tickets $40.00 USD Sponsorships Available: $1,000- Gold $500 – Silver $250 – Bronze Sponsor Level Gold $1,000.00 USD Silver $500.00 USD Bronze $250.00 USD
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Welcome New Alumni!

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Jeff McBride, President of the FPE Alumni Club, addressed the 2019 Spring Fire Protection Engineering graduating class just prior to commencement ceremonies. He explained the history and purpose of the club to our newest Alumni.
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Alumni Reception at 2019 NFPA Conference

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University of Maryland Fire Protection Engineering Alumni Club NFPA Reception When: Tuesday June 18, 2019 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT Where: CASA RIO – 430 E. Commerce St.  San Antonio, TX – River Walk How much: Regular Tickets:  $50 Student Tickets:  $20 Ticket Type 2019 Alumni Dinner Ticket $50.00 USD 2019 Alumni Dinner Student Ticket $20.00 USD Sponsorships Available: $5,000 - Platinum $2,500 - Gold $1,000 – Silver $500 – Bronze Questions:  TerpFPEClub@gmail.com Sponsor Level Platinum $5,000.00 USD Gold $2,500.00 USD Silver $1,000.00 USD Bronze $500.00 USD Need an invoice for you sponsor payment? Email TerpFPEClub@gmail.com
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Alumni Dinner at 2018 NFPA Conference

Alumni Dinner at 2018 NFPA Conference

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We are pleased to announce the details for our annual alumni dinner at the NFPA Conference! When: Tuesday, June 12 @ 6 PM Where: The Goodwich (7355 S. Buffalo Road, Suite G, Las Vegas, NV) How much: $50 per person or $20 for current UMD students Please RSVP by making payment using the below PayPal button: Pay in Advance Current UMD Students $20.00 USD All Others $50.00 USD
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Alumni Dinner at 2016 NFPA Conference

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We are pleased to announce the details for our annual alumni dinner at the NFPA Conference! When: Tuesday, June 14 @ 6 PM Dinner by Chef Josh Clark Where: Soho Loft Art Gallery 900 S Las Vegas Blvd (north side of building at Las Vegas Blvd. and Hoover Ave.) How much: $40 per person or $20  for current UMD students Please RSVP by making payment using the below PayPal button or sending a check to: Tisha Overman TERPConsulting 7936 Monaco Bay Court Las Vegas, NV 89117 Pay in Advance Current UMD Students $20.00 USD All Others $40.00 USD
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Casey Grant appointed executive director of NFPA’s Fire Protection Research Foundation

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March 31, 2015 – Casey Grant has been named executive director of the Fire Protection Research Foundation. The Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), manages research on a broad range of fire safety issues in support of the NFPA mission. “Casey brings years of experience with the Foundation and NFPA and deep research expertise to his new leadership role,” said NFPA President Jim Pauley. “Through his great accomplishments directing a wide-range of research, Casey is uniquely qualified to lead the Foundation in advancing NFPA’s mission.” Grant previously served as research director for the Foundation. He is a registered professional engineer in fire protection engineering in the States of California and Tennessee and is a fellow of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers and the Institute of…
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Throwback Thursday Pictures

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Photos courtesy of Stephen C. Leahy (BS '76), provided by David J. Icove (BS '75). [caption id="attachment_381" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dr. Harry Hickey at his desk.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_383" align="alignnone" width="300"] Prof Bryan at his desk.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_382" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dr. Harry Hickey teaching fire station location in the Urban Fire Problem Analysis class.[/caption]  
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