Are you 35 years old or younger? Are you interested in networking with your peers? If you answered yes, check out the upcoming Virtual YP Committee Meeting! It will be held on July 21st from noon - 1 PM. They will have an overview of each Region's activities and then an interactive panel discussion featuring four engineers who passed the PE (environmental and civil exams) in the past two years and one with experience retaking the exam.
RSVP below, and access information will be emailed to you.
If you can't wait that long to hang out and have a good time, check out the next two networking events around the state:
Where:NEW LOCATION - Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
12042 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233
Join VWEA and VA AWWA for the Annual Good Laboratory Practices Conference. This year’s conferences includes 5 workshops to choose from on Monday and a full-day of technical presentations on Tuesday. Tuesday morning will include a general session and the afternoon will offer three tracks (Water, Wastewater, and Management). The conference also includes an exhibit hall with over 20 exhibitors showcasing the latest laboratory equipment and instrumentation; and an exhibitors’ reception.
Do you know someone who has contributed to the water industry and the Virginia Section in a substantial way? What about a company that supports its employees' growth by involvement in the Virginia Section? Why not nominate them for one of the following VA AWWA awards. The deadline to submit nominations is this Saturday, July 15th. Details about each award are online (https://vaawwa.org/page/awards)
We have had a great time at several networking events this year. If you haven't joined us yet, it's not too late. Register now and reserve your spot for one of these exciting events!
JAM Workshops are offered all day or half day on Monday, as well as Thursday afternoon. They are a great way to add to your WaterJAM experience and dig deeper into specific topics. We have a LOT of great workshops for you to choose from this year. Check out the conference website for more details, including dates and times.
Virginia Design and Construction Project Forum - Membership Engagement Committee
Go with the Flow - Joint Lab Practices Committee
Biosolids Basics - Fundamentals of Anaerobic Digestion: Process, Design and Operations - VWEA Education Committee
Leveraging Created Value: Harvesting a Utility's Investment in Technology Solutions - Joint Technology Services Committee
Envision for Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Projects - Joint Sustainability Committee
A One Water Look at PFAS - Joint Utility Management Committee
Apprenticeship Programs, Building a Pipeline for the Future of the Water/Wastewater Industry - Joint Work for Water Committee
Take the Lead on Lead Communications: Putting into Practices AWWA's Lead Communications Guide - Water Awareness and Outreach Committee
Change is Coming: The Future of Stormwater in Virginia - VWEA Stormwater Committee
Success in Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) - Joint Emergency Preparedness and Security Committee
Courageous Conversations - VA AWWA and VWEA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees
Each of these workshops can be added to your registration for an additional fee. Many of the workshops will offer continuing education credits for operators.
The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals (WWWOOSSP) is launching application processes in conjunction with the Universal Licensing Recognition (ULR) law, which becomes effective July 1. As valued members of the professional community, we believe it is essential to keep you informed about this initiative and provide details on eligibility criteria for applicants should you get questions.
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Are you 35 years old or younger? Are you interested in networking with your peers? If you answered yes, check out the upcoming 
Do you know someone who has contributed to the water industry and the Virginia Section in a substantial way? What about a company that supports its employees' growth by involvement in the Virginia Section? Why not nominate them for one of the following VA AWWA awards. The deadline to submit nominations is this 
JAM Workshops are offered all day or half day on Monday, as well as Thursday afternoon. They are a great way to add to your WaterJAM experience and dig deeper into specific topics. We have a LOT of great workshops for you to choose from this year. Check out the conference website for more details, including dates and times. 
