Virginia
Located in the vast valley amidst the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, this charming city is a treat to visit and explore. It is often called the, "Star City of the South," due to the colossal lit star atop the mighty Mill Mountain that shines out over it streets and suburbs
A) Indianapolis
B) Roanoke
C) Fort Lauderdale
Roanoke
Launched in 2019, this subsidiary brand focuses on technology, secuirty, and business strategy consulting.
What is 1898 & Co.
What are the two most abundant gases in the Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen and oxygen
Which discipline is even older then civil engineering?
Military Engineering
This city, known as the "Mile High City", was the birthplace of the first United Way organization in 1887.
What is Denver, Colorado?
If you're craving a juicy burger and crispy french fries, check out this restaurant that, in fact, has two locations in Richmond. While you absolutely can order a basic burger or cheeseburger, their specialty burgers are truly unique.
A) Citizen Burger Bar
B) Carrytown Burger and Fries
C) Boulevard Burger and Brew
Carrytown Burger and Fries
In 1985, the emploees of Burns & McDonnell purchased the firm from this steel company, making it 100% employee-owned.
What is Armco Steel?
How long does it take for the sun's rays to reach the earth?
8 minutes
What is Newton's Third Law of Motion?
This principle states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
In 1997, United Way of Atlanta created this 3-digit phone number to connect people with community services.
What is 211?
This 100-acre estate and park was transformed from a Gilded Age home of a millionaire couple to a public park and preserved landmark.
What is Maymont?
For over a decade, Burns & McDonnell has consistently been named to the "100 Best Companies to Work For" list published by this well-known business magazine.
What is Fortune magazine?
Distributing emmissions vouchers and allowing them to trade on the free market is called C&T. What does C&T stand for?
Cap & Trade
What is a resistor?
This basic circuit component resists the flow of electric current.
Programs like "Stuff the Bus" and "Backpack Attack" are examples of local United Way initiatives focused on this key area for children's success.
What is education (or school readiness)?
This restaurant is the oldest in Richmond, Virginia opening in 1929.
What is New York Deli?
He is the current president of the firm's Construction Group, overseeing projects from planning and procurement through safety and execution.
Who is Matt Ralston?
Globally, about what percentage of people breathe unhealthy air?
90%
What is a truss bridge?
This type of bridge uses a series of triangular structures to spread the load.
In 1973, United Way began a long-standing partnership with this professional sports league, resulting in numerous public service announcements.
What is the National Football League (NFL)?
This Richmond university is the only university to NOT have its start in a religious capacity
What is Virginia Commonwealth University?
In 1898, the firm's very first project was to design a combined waterworks and electric lighting plant for this small southeastern Kansas town.
What is Iola, Kansas?
What are the six criteria air pollutants as defined by the EPA?
Carbon monoxide, lead, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, particulate matter, ground-level ozone
What is a triaxial test?
This geotechnical engineering test is used to determine the shear strength properties of soil.
United Way focuses on these three "building blocks" for a good life and a strong community.
What are education, financial stability, and health?