Student Clubs
Construction Management Student Clubs
The following student clubs are based in the Construction Management Department. In addition to the student clubs listed below, there are additional clubs associated with the CAED and each Department. For a full list of these clubs go to the CAED Student Clubs web page.
Associated Students of Construction Management (ASCM)
The ASCM offers students the opportunity to learn and be involved in the construction management profession, to network and develop relationships with potential employers, and meet fellow students. The student chapter upholds the ideals and standards of two sponsoring organizations - Associated Builders and Contractors and Associated General Contractors -and share the same principles of skill, integrity, honor, and responsibility.
ASCM website
@calpolycm on Instagram
2023-2024 Officers
President: Brayden Groshart
Treasurer: Ange Witt
Industry Relations: Brendon Duran
Social Director: Katie Chriss
Golf Tournament: Jack Ritchie and Emily Edmondson
Spring Banquet: Jake Weiss and Cole Lewis
Formal: Olivia Pisani and Addyson DeMasters
Open House: Sam Balestreri and Scott Thielmann
Grill Team: Daniel Lombardi and Bennett Steiger
ASCM General Information
Advisors
Paul Weber - ASCM, AGC
pweber@calpoly.edu
756-6164
Dan Knight- ASCM, AGC
dknigh01@calpoly.edu
756-2671
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
A full service national trade association with a nationwide network of exceptional chapters, AGC represents more than 25,000 leading firms in the industry - including general contractors, specialty contractors and service providers and suppliers. AGC members play a powerful role in sustaining economic growth, in addition to producing structures that add to productivity and the nation's quality of life. AGC is truly the "voice and choice" of the construction industry.
AGC's Website
2023-2024 Officers
Ryan Fehrenbach, President
rfehrenb@calpoly.edu
Cole Lewis, VP
nlewis17@calpoly.edu
Lucca Pracilio, Treasurer
lpracili@calpoly.edu
Colette Burd, Secretary & Social Media
cnburd@calpoly.edu
Camryn Berger, Industry Outreach
ceberger@calpoly.edu
Emily Edmondson, Event Planner
egedmond@calpoly.edu
CAED Representative
Advisor
Paul Weber
pweber@calpoly.edu
756-6164
Dan Knight- ASCM, AGC
dknigh01@calpoly.edu
756-2671
Building Informational Modeling (BIM)
BIM stands for Building Information Modeling. BIM consists of various computer programs that can be applied to building design, construction, and management. Building Information Modeling is the future of the construction industry. The Cal Poly BIM Club would like to offer BIM advocates a place to hone their skills in preparation for the industry and develop a network of relationships with other interested students.
BIM Facebook Page
2021-2022 Officers
, President
, VP
, Treasurer
, Secretary
Advisor
Jeong Woo
jwoo21@calpoly.edu
756-5493
CASA (Community And Student Achievement)
CM CASA’s goal is to support LatinX students in the Construction Management program, specifically students first in their generation to go to college, and promote diversity and inclusion among our student body and in the curriculum. CM CASA offers first-year students an opportunity for mentorship and guidance while they navigate the college experience. Other goals include supporting outreach efforts to ensure a diverse student body and facilitating the participation of LatinX Construction Management students in other CM clubs, activities, competitions, etc.
Instagram @calpolycmcasa
2023-2024 Officers
Misael Gonzalez Ramirez, President
mgonz308@calpoly.edu
Advisor
Eric Brinkman
ebrinkma@calpoly.edu
756-2110
Stacy Kolegraff
sakolegr@calpoly.edu
756-5612
Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Student Chapter
Membership in the Construction Management Association of America is open to firms and individuals sharing a common interest in the promotion of construction management as a professional service. The Association's membership represents a broad spectrum of the design and construction industry, including CM practitioners, public and private owners, design professionals, contractors, attorneys, insurers, services consultants, educators and students.
CMAA web site
CMAA Southern Chapter web site
2023-2024 Officers
, President
, VP
,Treasurer
, Secretary
CAED Representative
Advisors
Phil Barlow
plbarlow@calpoly.edu
756-7981
Tom Kommer
tkommer@calpoly.edu
756-6457
CM-Entrepreneurs
Do you want to start your own business one day, develop a new product, construction material, or computer application? If you are interested in anything entrepreneurial related or interdisciplinary, consider joining the CM-Entrepreneurs club. You may have a business idea already in mind or you may simply have an inclination to explore an entrepreneurial endeavor. Most new businesses do not start with the right idea, they start with right person. Together, as a club, we can offer assistance, connections, mentor-ship, advice, and access to a variety of support mechanisms.
2023-2024 Officers
President:
Vice President:
Advisor
Design Build Institute of America
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is an association of leaders in the design and construction industry utilizing design-build and integrated project delivery methods to achieve high performance projects.
Founded in 1993, and headquartered in Washington, D.C., DBIA proudly stands as the only membership organization bringing together thousands of organizations and individuals representing architects, engineers, public and private owners, general and specialty contractors, manufacturer and suppliers, students, college and university faculty, legal and finance professionals and many more. In summary, DBIA is the design and construction industry’s hub -- the only organization that makes whole the industry’s many parts.
DBIA web site
2023-2024 Officers
, President
, VP
, Treasurer
, Secretary
Advisor
Jeong Woo
jwoo21@calpoly.edu
756-5493
Tom Kommer
tkommer@calpoly.edu
756-6457
Emerging Professionals (EP)
USGBC Emerging Professionals are the energetic and dynamic leaders of tomorrow’s green building movement. The program is geared toward individuals out of school and under 30, but does not exclude anyone who may be interested. USGBC Emerging Professionals seek to engage all those who are interested in learning about and advocating for sustainable building practices. So who are Emerging Professionals? Certainly many are young architects and engineers, but they also include young lawyers, education and healthcare professionals, sustainability consultants, and anyone else interested in the future of green building.
EP web site
2023-2024 Officers
, President
,Vice President
, Treasurer
, Secretary
Advisor
Scott Kelting
skelting@calpoly.edu
756-6315
Joseph Cleary
jocleary@calpoly.edu
756-2797
Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA)
MCAA: The Mechanical Contractors Association of America, Inc. (MCAA) is a vibrant, growing association of approximately 2,300 mechanical, plumbing, and service contractors. Members enjoy MCAA’s outstanding education programs, an expanding catalog of resources to help them manage and grow their businesses, periodicals and a web site to keep them informed and connected, and business services to save them money. MCAA’s student chapter program gives students the opportunity to learn about the industry by attending regular meetings with their MCAA local affiliate sponsors, taking field trips to a variety of job sites and facilities, working together on volunteer projects, participating in fundraising events, and more.
MCAA web site
2023-2024 Officers
Braden Deck, President
Daniel Desoto, Vice President
Kristina Poliseri, Treasurer
N/A, Secretary
Advisor
Paul Redden
predden@calpoly.edu
756-7514
Joseph Cleary
jocleary@calpoly.edu
756-2797
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Student Chapter
Any student interested in home building, real estate, land development, housing issues, building materials, etc., may join NAHB.
2023-2024 Officers
, President
, Treasurer
Advisor
Scott Kelting, Advisor
skelting@calpoly.edu
756-6315
Stacy Kolegraff
sakolegr@calpoly.edu
756-5612
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)
Student chapters are intended to introduce young members to the world of electrical contracting by exposing students to industry-related educational programs and helping arrange internships with local NECA-member contractors and field trips to NECA contractor’s office and work sites. There are 21 student chapters nationwide.
NECA web site
2023-2024 Officers
, President
,Treasurer
Advisor
Joe Cleary
jocleary@calpoly.edu
756-2797
Lonny Simonian
lsimonia@calpoly.edu
756-7981
Sigma Lambda Chi (SLC)
The purpose of Sigma Lambda Chi is to recognize outstanding students in construction. Objectives include the rendering of service to the field of construction, the development of good relations among academia, industry, and the public, and the recognition of outstanding professionals in construction and allied fields.
Email Sigma Lambda Chi
2023-2024 Officers
, President
, VP
, Treasurer
Advisor
Tom Kommer, Co-Advisor
tkommer@calpoly.edu
756-6457
Women in Construction (WIC)
Cal Poly Women in Construction (CPWIC) is a club dedicated to empowering and encouraging women through mentorship, youth outreach, and industry support. The club is open to both men and women with this common goal.
Email Women in Construction
2023-2024 Officers
Karina Ruplenas, President
Azzah Bensrhir, VP
Ashley Linthicum, Treasurer
Marianne Bishai, Secretary
Natalie Mayton, Public Relations Chair
Camryn Berger, Fundraising and Alumni Relations
CAED Representative
Advisor
Stacy Kolegraff, Advisor
sakolegr@calpoly.edu
756-5612
Rachell Smith, Co-Advisor
rsmit120@calpoly.edu
756-1723
