Boise State Department of Civil Engineering

🚀✨ Join us for Movie Night with Boise State Civil Engineering!
📽️ Presenting: Cities of the Future
📅 February 20, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Special Events Center at the SUB
🍿 Refreshments provided!
Discover how engineers are shaping the future with flying cars, smart cities, and renewable energy. 🌍♻️ Don’t miss this inspiring documentary!

Join us for an engaging panel discussion this Thursday, February 6th where we will be exploring the innovations, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of sustainable energy. Experts from government, academia, and industry will share insights on current initiatives, groundbreaking technologies, and collaborative strategies to accelerate the transition to green energy systems.

Topics include Boise’s energy policies, cutting-edge advancements at INL, and public-private partnerships driving innovation. Learn how to overcome barriers to adoption, make energy solutions more accessible, and envision the future of energy infrastructure. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and be part of the conversation on powering a sustainable future!

Celebrating the incredible achievements of Hamidreza (Hamid) Ahadiyan, one of our first Bridges to the Future scholarship recipients! 🌟 With the support of AGU’s 'Bridges to the Future' program, Hamid had the chance to attend the prestigious Gordon Research Conference on Flow and Transport in Permeable Media. From transformative discussions on CO2 sequestration and hydrology to presenting his groundbreaking research, this journey is just the beginning of bridging the gap between small-scale and large-scale hydrological systems. 🌍💧 Here's to many more successes and transformative experiences ahead!

Our very own Prof. Hull will be speaking at the Keyword in Common Seminar!
September 30th 3-4PM
@ ERB 1100

Sustainability at Boise State♻️
October 4 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MDT
MCMR Room 205

Join Amy Parrish, Sustainability Director, for an overview of what Boise State is doing to become more sustainable. We’ll cover the university’s greenhouse gas emissions inventory and explore strategies to reduce our carbon footprint. We’ll also discuss recent changes to plastic recycling and other ways to reduce our environmental impact. Come with ideas and questions!

Our new and improved hive design! You might even see yourself in there now or in the future 😉
We hope everyone is having a great summer!

First post of our falcuty spotlight series: Dr. Natalie Hull

https://youtu.be/2Psk-qTnmsg

Director's Cut S05 E23 - Arvin Farid On Director's Cut, Geo-Institute Director Brad Keelor interviews G-I members about anything and everything. You might hear about their favorite geotechnical ...

Our Newsletter is up! Check your inboxes to see what Boise State Civil Engineering has been up to in 2024!

Our Spring Newsletter is wrapping up soon! Make sure to check your inboxes to read about all the awesome things Boise State Civil Engineering has done over the semester.
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Congrats to 2023-2024 CE Undergraduate Student Award Winners🏆🎓

Academic Scholar : Kevin Higgins
Outstanding Student: Grant Goertzen
Servant Leadership: Kendra Figgins

Boise State's Department of Civil Engineering celebrated a remarkable achievement with over 40 students excelling in ASCE competitions, earning 14 awards across various categories. The Environmental Design and Sustainable Solutions team's success secured them a spot in the National Competition at Brigham Young University. Despite being a smaller program, the department's dedication to excellence shone through, with the steel bridge team notably earning eight individual awards. Supported by industry sponsors and diverse campus collaborations, Boise State's civil engineering prowess continues to thrive, showcasing innovative solutions and academic rigor.

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Happy May! We are so close to the end of the semester, you all have done an amazing job! Here are some upcoming events this week, we hope you all are ready for some summer fun! 🎓🧡💙

We recently gathered to celebrate the illustrious career of Dr. Hamilton, who has been not just a cornerstone of our department but also a guiding light at Boise State University. After years of dedicated service and countless contributions to the field of civil engineering, Dr. Hamilton is setting off on a well-deserved retirement.

The evening was filled with laughter, fond memories, and heartfelt speeches that highlighted Dr. Hamilton's impact on both his colleagues and the many students he mentored. It was a fitting tribute to a remarkable career.

Dr. Hamilton, we thank you for your unwavering commitment and passion. You have left an indelible mark on us all and have set a high standard for all who follow. Enjoy every moment of your new chapter – you've truly earned it!

Finals week is upon us! Study hard, but also remember to take care of yourself!

Some highlights from camp in Utah over the weekend

The Idaho Academy of Science and Engineering celebrated its annual Closing Banquet on April 6, 2024, honoring Dr. Nick Hudyma for his exceptional contributions to geotechnical engineering. With a career spanning 25 years across various academic institutions and notable research in fracture characterization of bone, rock mechanics, and infrastructure safety, Dr. Hudyma has left an indelible mark on the field. As a professor at Boise State University and former Chair of the Civil Engineering Department, his visionary leadership and extensive publication record reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge and engineering education. Recognized for his impact on research, teaching, and advocacy, Dr. Hudyma's legacy continues to inspire future generations in science and engineering.

Chi Epsilon is excited to host a Civil Engineering Mix and Mingle! One of the companies that will be attending is Parametrix.
“At Parametrix, we help our clients imagine what’s possible.

Whether it’s resilient infrastructure, livable communities, or habitat restoration, we partner with clients to create vibrant, sustainable communities and restore the health of the planet for generations to come. We’re a 100% employee-owned firm with offices across the Western United States.

Our Boise office includes 25 professionals providing civil engineering, transportation planning and design, environmental, surveying, and cultural resources services to public agencies in Southwest Idaho.

Let’s create tomorrow, together.”