February 25, 2008

I had the pleasure to spend some time with our ASHRAE student members and young ASHRAE members in Hong Kong a couple of weeks ago.  This is a very professional group of current and future engineers.  The young ASHRAE members mentor the five student branches in Hong Kong and provide a valuable connection for the students as they begin to consider potential career paths.

The students in Hong Kong have numerous opportunities with the booming construction in many parts of Asia.  I indicated that it is important for everyone to set goals in both their career and life.  Always be concerned about what programs future employers offer that will continue to develop their careers – do not be satisfied with only on-the-job training. I believe that any job we choose in life must have a great sense of personal satisfaction that goes far beyond the salary we earn.  I also recommended that as young engineers it is very important to ask “why?” to both gain a better understanding of current concepts and question the status quo – we are relying on today’s engineering students to engineer a better world in the future