APC Quarterly Journal
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Executive Committee approved the establishment of the new Architectural Practice Committee, effective November 16, 2012. The SAME President appointed Mr. JJ Tang, AIA, LEED AP, HDR Inc. as its first chair, who will serve on the SAME national Board of Direction. The committee is an outgrowth of an architectural group which was formed last October with prior recipients of the SAME national Urbahn Medal which is awarded annually to one SAME architect for his or her eminent and notable contribution in the field of architecture. Now the Urbahn Medal group will be the advisory board for the national Architectural Practice Committee.
The mission of the Architectural Practice Committee is to promote architectural practice within SAME, broaden the organization’s exposure in the architectural community, and recruit more architects, along with expanding networking and mentoring opportunities.
Current Issue
May 2024 Issue – Volume 11 / Issue 1
Past Issues
Vol.10 Issue 2 (November 2023)
Vol.10 Issue 1 (April 2023)
| Vol.8 Issue 1 (March 2021) |
| Vol.7 Issue 3 (April 2020) |
| Vol.7 Issue 2 (February 2020) |
| Vol.7 Issue 1 (October 2019) |
| Vol.6 Issue 5 (May 2019) |
| Vol.6 Issue 3 (October 2018) |
| Vol.6 Issue 2 (July 2018) |
| Vol. 6 Issue 1 (March 2018) |
| Vol. 5 Issue 4 (November 2017) |
| Vol. 5 Issue 3 (August 2017) |
| Vol. 5 Issue 2 (May 2017) |
| Vol. 5 Issue 1 (January 2017) |
| Vol. 4 Issue 3 (August 2016) |
| Vol. 4 Issue 2 (April 2016) |
| Vol. 4 Issue 1 (January 2016) |
| Vol. 3 Issue 4 (October 2015) |
| Vol. 3 Issue 3 (July 2015) |
| Vol. 3. Issue 2 (April 2015) |
| Vol. 3 Issue 1 (January 2015) |
| Vol. 2 Issue 4(Oct. 2014) |
| Vol. 2 Issue 3 (July 2014) |
| Vol. 2 Issue 2 (April 2014) |
| Vol. 2 Issue 1 (January 2014) |
| Vol. 1 Issue 2 (October 2013) |
| Vol. 1 Issue 1 (July 2013) |
Briefings
SAME National Webinars
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- Leader Development COI, National Webinar, SAME Communities of Interest, SAME Leader Development COI, Upcoming Events, Webinars
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Perspectives on Pathways to SAME Leadership
This webinar will define sustainability and resiliency, explaining the similarities and differences of each. We will examine how our buildings and structures can withstand and adapt to the increasing severity and frequency of extreme weather events when sustainability and resiliency are considered together in project design. Furthermore, this webinar will provide a summary of the sustainable features and design strategies used at various Army National Guard (ARNG) projects. -
- Environmental COI, National Webinar, SAME Environmental COI, Upcoming Events, Webinars
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Creation of Sustainable and Affordable Continuous ISCO Reactive Zones
Recently, artificial intelligence (AI) has been prevalent in the news, but did you know that AI in the energy industry has been around for over 20 years? Over that time, its use has both grown and evolved; however, there are still foundational principles that remain for AI in the energy sector. -
- Architectural Practice COI, National Webinar, SAME Communities of Interest, SAME Young Professionals COI, Upcoming Events, Webinars
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China Lake Earthquake Recovery Best Practices
Earthquake recovery projects at China Lake were one of the most successful examples that show how early engagement led by senior leadership from the Contractors and Government can expedite overcoming challenges and achieve common goals from both parties. -
- Architectural Practice COI, National Webinar, SAME College Outreach COI, SAME Communities of Interest, Upcoming Events, Webinars
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Networking 101
As a college student or recent graduate just starting out in your career, the idea of networking can easily seem daunting and awkward. It’s natural to ask yourself questions like “what’s the point of talking to seasoned professionals when I don’t feel like I have much to add to the conversation? -
- National Webinar, SAME Partner Events, Upcoming Events, Webinars
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Virtual Energy Management Professional Seminar
This two-day, six-hour course provides an overview and refresher on energy management and how it can be applied. Instructors explain EMA’s commissioning-based approach to energy management that maximizes energy savings and optimizes building performance.
I love to serve the Society with my fellow SAME architects for such a good cause and along the way develop a strong bond both professionally and personally with these people. I can truly call them my friends.
J.J. Tang, FAIA, F.SAME, Chair, SAME Architectural Practice Committee 2013-2016