alive at the George Ranch Historical Park.
Set on a 20 000-acre ranch maintained
over four generations, this living history
site demonstrates life from frontier Texas
to World War II in four historic settings:
the 1830s Jones Stock Farm, complete
with gardens, barns, and an outdoor
kitchen the Ryon Prairie Home Site,
a post-Civil War residence the Davis
Victorian Complex, including the Davis
Mansion, a sharecropper farm, and a
blacksmith shop and the 1930s George
Ranch Cattle Complex featuring the
impressive George home and barn.
Nestled in one of the most ethnically
diverse counties in the US, Sugar Land
boasts a global food scene that rivals
cities three times its size. Travel without a
passport and explore the various places
to eat! Savor a flavorful mix of Malay,
Chinese, and Singaporean cuisine at
Singapore Cafe, or enjoy fresh sushi at
Umami Japanese Restaurant. For deli-
cious Indian cuisine, try Nirmanz Food
Boutique. Taste the flavors of Vietnam
at Pho at Telfair. Mediterranean dishes
come to life at Habibi Kitchen, Fadi’s
Mediterranean Grill, Dimassi’s, and
Dumar’s Mediterranean Grill, where
vegans and everyone else can enjoy
hummus, falafel, and dolmas.
The Rouxpour, a New Orleans–themed
restaurant (down to its French Quarter
décor), offers Cajun favorites like gumbo,
étouffée, and chargrilled oysters. For
a blend of Louisiana and Texas flavors,
visit Floyds Cajun Seafood and Texas
Steakhouse. Pizza enthusiasts can satisfy
their cravings at Jupiter Pizza &Waffle
Co. with Belgian waffles or enjoy New
York–style pizza at B.B. Italia’s Bistro or
Bar’s. For fun-themed gourmet burgers,
try Guru Burgers &Crepes.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Facts from this article were provided by
Virginia Beach Convention &Visitors
Bureau, Explore St. Louis, Visit Indy, and
Sugar Land Convention &Visitor Services.
AUTHOR
Stefanie Laufersweiler: Associate Editor
slaufersweiler@asnt.org
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The city of Sugar Land, Texas, is only 20 minutes from Houston but is a destination more
cosmopolitan than cities many times its size.
NOTICE OF INTENT
TO AMEND OR
REVISE BYLAWS
In accordance with the ASNT Bylaws, Article
VII: Amendments and Revisions, this is to
notify the members of ASNT’s intent to revise
its Bylaws. To read more about the proposed
revision, go to asnt.org/about/bylaw
-revision-notice. The window for comments
will remain open until 15 April.
ASNT will also conduct a virtual Special
Meeting of the Members on 14 March
at 10:00 a.m. (ET) to allow members to
question or comment on the proposal.
Members are invited to register for the
meeting at the notice link. Questions?
Contact Secretary of the Board, Jill Ross, at
secretary@asnt.org.
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conduct the 2025 Board elections. Beginning
15 March, all eligible voting members of the
Society will receive an email with instructions
and a link to vote online. The voting period
will remain open from 15 March 2025
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2025. Please make sure your ASNT member-
ship is up to date so you may receive your
ballot without any issues.
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as the ultimate resource for nondestructive
testing (NDT) industry companies and profes-
sionals searching for equipment, consulting,
training, or services. Browse listings or add
your company at buyersguide.asnt.org.
To be included in the print version of the
Buyers Guide published in the June issue
of Materials Evaluation, listings must be
updated by 1 April.
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WOMEN IN NDT (WIN) COUNCIL
This month, learn more about ASNT’s Women in NDT (WIN) Council, its objectives,
and how to get involved!
WHAT IS THE WOMEN IN NDT (WIN)
COUNCIL?
The Women in NDT (WIN) Council is an
initiative within the American Society for
Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) dedi-
cated to supporting, advocating for, and
advancing women in the field of nonde-
structive testing (NDT). The WIN chair
is Tracey Wingard and its vice chair is
Amanda Pace.
WHAT IS THE MISSION OF THE WIN
COUNCIL?
The council’s mission is to inspire,
support, and advance women in NDT
through advocacy, providing resources,
creating opportunities, and promoting
professional development in a diverse
and connected community.
WHAT IS THE VISION OF THE WIN
COUNCIL?
The goal of WIN is to inspire women to
recognize and celebrate their contribu-
tions, amplify their voices, and empower
them to excel in the NDT industry.
The WIN Council aligns with ASNT’s
Strategic Plan for career and workforce
development by:
Ñ providing essential tools, resources,
and opportunities for women at all
career stages
Ñ cultivating leadership potential and
Ñ promoting pathways that attract and
retain a diverse and inclusive work-
force in NDT.
WHAT ARE THE LONG-TERM GOALS OF
WIN?
The council is currently working on
putting together an action plan for long-
term goals. Such goals may include:
Ñ Increasing awareness and member-
ship by advocating for women in
NDT and supporting young women
entering the field.
Ñ Expanding global impact by
building a diverse and inclusive
network that serves as a model
and resource for similar councils
worldwide.
Ñ Developing industry partnerships by
establishing relationships with other
organizations to create opportunities
and resources for women in NDT.
Ñ Increasing leadership representation
by providing leadership develop-
ment programs to prepare women
for technical and executive roles.
Ñ Fostering inclusive workplace
environments by partnering with
industry stakeholders to identify
and eliminate workplace barriers for
women in NDT.
HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE OBJECTIVES
OF THE WIN COUNCIL?
You can support WIN by:
Ñ Becoming a member and partici-
pating in WIN initiatives.
Ñ Engaging in mentorship programs.
Ñ Attending future events and leader-
ship workshops.
Ñ Collaborating on advocacy
campaigns.
Ñ Partnering with WIN as an organiza-
tion or employer to create opportu-
nities for women in NDT.
WHO CAN JOIN THE WIN COUNCIL?
The WIN Council is open to anyone who
supports its mission and vision, regard-
less of gender. The council welcomes
individuals from all backgrounds,
including professionals, students, and
allies in the NDT industry.
Says Council Chair Tracey Wingard,
“Your voice, expertise, and engagement
are vital to advancing our mission and
ensuring the success of women in NDT.
Whether through volunteering, partici-
pating in initiatives, or sharing your ideas,
we invite you to join us in building a
stronger community.”
HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED WITH THE
WIN COUNCIL?
For more information or to get involved,
please contact ASNT staff manager Kelly
Florian at kflorian@asnt.org.
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