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In February 2024, SPE fielded a survey to all professional and student members and recent former members. A record 9,706 assessments were completed—the highest participation across any of SPE’s previous membership surveys. Members from around the world and all age groups participated, representing a diverse set of feedback.

SPE Nigeria Council’s Women Leadership Lecture Series, held in March, celebrated women in the oil and gas industry with the theme “Inspire Inclusion: Promoting Women’s Participation in Governance and Leadership.”

The event, the first of its kind, hosted more than 500 students for discussions from industry professionals, SPE Distinguished Lecturers, and SPE CEO Simon Seaton.

The SPE London Section Young Professional Committee led the Ambassador Lecture and Careers Day program at Imperial College London for aspiring industry professionals.

Former SPE President Tom Blasingame began his term as head of Texas A&M's petroleum engineering department on 1 May.

SPE Nigeria Council’s Women Leadership Lecture Series, held in early March, celebrated women in the oil and gas industry with the theme “Inspire Inclusion: Promoting Women’s Participation in Governance and Leadership.”

SPE President Terry Palisch is joined by Jennifer Miskimins, department head of petroleum engineering at the Colorado School of Mines, to discuss the academic aspect of petroleum engineering and its future.

SPE President Terry Palisch is joined by Paige McCown, SPE senior manager of communication and energy education, to discuss how members can improve the industry’s public image.

Jennifer L. Miskimins is the nominee for 2026 SPE President. She and six others make up the new slate of nominees recommended for positions open on the SPE International Board of Directors.

SPE’s 2024 “Get to Know” series includes interviews with industry experts at Odfjell Technology, WSP, ExxonMobil, and Wood.