Kentuckiana Post

Our Mission

Lead collaboration in support of our national security priorities through advancing three strategic goals: Drive Partnerships, Deliver Solutions, and Develop People.

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About the Post

SAME builds leaders and leads collaboration among government and industry to develop multidisciplined solutions to national security infrastructure challenges. Founded in 1920, the Society unites public and private sector individuals and organizations from across the architecture, engineering, construction, environmental and facility management, cyber security, project planning, contracting and acquisition, and related disciplines in support of national security.

With a National Office in Alexandria, Va., and 100 Posts around the world, SAME provides its nearly 28,000 members with extensive opportunities for training, education, and professional development through a robust offering of conferences, workshops, networking events, publications, webinars, and other member-driven programs.

The Kentuckiana Post accomplishes this goal locally by supporting monthly luncheon meetings and other professional/social activities attended by members of local government, military, private industry, students and other interested parties. These meetings are announced via our e-mail distribution list and quarterly newsletter. We are supported by the national Society of American Military Engineers and publications such as The Military Engineer, which also promotes the interests and goals of our Society and its members. Please peruse our website to discover the benefits of SAME Kentuckiana Post membership.

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★ Post Leadership

Darin Hensley

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SAME SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS

The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) brings together professional engineers and those in engineering related fields such as architecture, planning, and interior design to improve and increase the technical capabilities of the nation. In addition, SAME fosters an environment to exchange and advance the technologies, applications, and practices that support this objective.

Founded in 1920, the Society facilitates interaction between the military and federal government engineers and those in the private sector for the purpose of improving the engineering potential of the United States. SAME is a nonprofit professional association with chapters (posts) worldwide. Today the organization has some 25,000 members from industry, military and government agencies, and academia.

The Kentuckiana Post SAME recognizes that some of our most valuable resources of the future are the students of today. Therefore, the Kentuckiana Post will award multiple $6,000 scholarships this year to students who exemplify the qualities and accomplishments of a promising technical career. High school seniors and college students meeting the criteria are encouraged to apply.

Any questions should be directed to the SAME Scholarship chair – Kristen Crumpton at kristen.crumpton@aecom.com

RECENT HAPPENINGS

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLPARK!!!

The Kentuckiana Post was excited to host another Young Professionals night at the Louisville Bats Game, Friday, April 3rd! Our event was designed to welcome emerging talent into the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (ASCE) industry and connect them with peers, mentors, and potential future employers. Thanks to our sponsors: Benham, a Haskell Company, Kevin Golinghorst, P.E., Barge Design Solutions, Timothy Finney and Black & Veatch, Christina Woolridge, MBA, CP APMP, and organized by our KP Board Member Chair of YP Events, Becky Smolenski Finnigan, PG, CPG.

SERVING THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED

Kentuckiana Post President, Darin Hensley, P.E, PLS, PMP presents the VET CENTER a check from our recent holiday event. The Vet Center uses these funds for many purposes, but one such purpose is providing supplies for Guitars for Vets program. Vets can get free guitar lessons and a free guitar as part of a metal health program. A big thanks to Justin Wagoner AIA, PMP, PMI-ACP and Grace Foley, PE, PMP for organizing our donation through the holiday party last December.

★ WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS ★

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  April 7, 2026

  SAME’s DC Post Aligns Industry and Government on Energy Security Challenges

  SAME’s Washington DC Post, in partnership with George Washington University, held the Transatlantic Energy Security Symposium which brought industry and government experts together to build partnerships that will strengthen our energy grid in the face of global disruptions. 
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  April 1, 2026

  Event Recap: Capital Week 2026

  Recap of the events of Capital Week 2026 which brought together A/E/C professionals for a three-day event focusing on engineering, construction, and environmental challenges.
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  April 1, 2026

  Maj. Gen. David Hill, PMP, USA (Ret.), Named 19th Executive Director of SAME

  Maj. Gen. Dave Hill, PMP, USA (Ret.), 19th SAME Executive Director, effective June 2026.

Invest in the Future Through the SAME Foundation

The SAME Foundation supports SAME programs that develop leaders, expand STEM opportunities, and assist servicemembers transitioning to civilian careers. These investments ensure initiatives like the Leader Development Program, STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps, STEM Pathways, and Career Transition Workshop remain accessible, impactful, and imagining the possible.

When you give, you directly help foster engineering leadership for the nation. America’s future is bright. Let’s help make it brighter, together.

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