50th Anniversary Gala

Past Chapter Presidents Photo - Click on Image for Large Size Image

On November 13, 2014, the East Tennessee Chapter of ASHRAE celebrated our 50th Anniversary at the Cherokee Country Club in Knoxville, Tennessee. Over 115 members, special guests, and society officers were  present, including ASHRAE Society President Tom Phoenix.

A number of chapter artifacts were on display, including original organizational documents, handbooks and technical manuals, and the very first edition of our chapter's newsletter - The Hillbilly Herald.

We were entertained during the social hour by Fredda Temples, who has played for our chapter on a number of occasions. The River Room was our gathering place prior to dinner and the program, and it served as a beautiful location.

We have had 48 chapter presidents over the last 50 years, and 23 of them were in attendance. A past presidents photograph was taken to commemorate the occasion.

A 25-minute video of our chapter history was presented during the program. Narrated by current historian Alan Hasemeyer, it included original documents, interviews, and many photographs of our members and past events.

The evening included a personal interview of charter member Wayne Rose, and concluded with several past presidents describing what ASHRAE has meant to their careers and professional lives.

Student Chapter News!

Student Chapter Members, Scot Hacker, and Andrew Bosse

Student Chapter Members, Scot Hacker, and Andrew Bosse

The ASHRAE Student Chapter has been hard at work this year recruiting new members on campus.  The picture above shows student group and local chapter members on campus helping recruit at a freshman in engineering seminar.  We expect great things this year and can’t wait to for the lecture series to start which is all done through the volunteer efforts of our local chapter.  If you have any interest in helping volunteer to give lectures or help the student chapter in any way please reach out to Scott Hacker scott.hacker@irco.com

Horseshoe Tournament & Pep Rally - YEA!

horseshoe

YEA Chair Andrew Bosse reports that a Horseshoe Tournament and UT Pep Rally will be held October 2nd, 2014, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Toddy's Backdoor Tavern, 4951 Kingston Pike (Bearden Area). The cost will be $10.00, and it will cover burgers and dogs. It will not cover burps and beers. This will be a joint event with the YEA-Compatible Construction Leadership Council.

It is preferred that you sign up in two-person teams, but individuals will be paired together at the event. Door prizes and cash prizes will be awarded! Come get fired up for a great win over the Florida Gators.

Please note that Toddy's does not take credit cards, but they do have an ATM available. This event has become a favorite over the years. Hope you will join us!

Please RSVP to Andrew Bosse by Friday, September 26th. Call 898-0879, or email andrew.bosse@irco.com with any questions.

Our 50th Anniversary

Our 50th Anniversary will be observed this coming November, and we hope that you will save the date! Although he is stepping down as president, Bill Jacoby will continue to lead the 50th Committee, which has already been making plans for the program.

The event will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at the Cherokee Country Club in Knoxville. While the details are yet to be announced, we are planning a great social time, entertainment, food, and program. Incoming Society President Tom Phoenix has been confirmed for the meeting. We will have photos, memorabilia, and a multi-media program to share with all that attend.

The 50th Committee includes Bill Jacoby (Chair), Historian Alan Hasemeyer, Nancy McBee, Tom Pace, Jeff DeLong, and Jack Hopkins. They will be working through the summer on plans. Should you have have ideas, old photos, programs, or any other items of interest, please contact any person on the committee.

We look forward to seeing you in November!