American Concrete Institute Student Chapter at UIUC

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American Concrete Institute Student Chapter at UIUC

We are the student chapter at UIUC of the American Concrete Institute, a national organization that

As a student chapter of ACI, we hold monthly meetings on the latest concrete research and industry practice, attend the ACI convention held each semester, tour concrete plants and offices, and network with people at all levels in industry and academia. Our current officers for the 2021-2022 school year are:

Richa Bhardwaj - President
Vikram Kumar - Vice President
Mehtab Azhar - Secretary
Faisal Qadri - Treasurer
Omar Abdelrahman - Webmaster
Hossein Kabir - Grad Mentor
Abi Jackson - Intern Member

09/18/2026

Members of our ACI undergraduate team are hard at work preparing for this semester’s competition! Wish them luck as they finalize their submission this weekend.

04/22/2026

From engineering to entrepreneurship 🚀

Join us for an exciting seminar with Robert Rodden as he shares insights on innovation, technology, and building solutions in the concrete industry.

📅 April 23 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 2312 NCEL
🍕 RSVP for food!

04/21/2026

📢 ACI Student Chapter Elections 2026

We’re looking for passionate students to take on leadership roles for the upcoming year!
📅 April 23
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Newmark 2312

Scan the QR code to sign up and run for a position.

04/05/2026

Last week, The student chapter Undergraduate team had an amazing opportunity to compete at the ACI Concrete Convention 2026 Student Competition, showcasing their hard work, innovation, and teamwork.

03/17/2026

Last week we had the opportunity to host “Sinking Structural Column: A Case Study.” 🏗️

A big thank you to Kevin Marks, PE from Walker Consultants for sharing his expertise on diagnosing structural and durability issues and presenting a real-world case study on repairing a sinking structural column. The session provided valuable insights into structural evaluation, investigation methods, and effective repair strategies used in practice.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a great discussion. We appreciate the engagement and interest from our community!

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03/10/2026

Join us for an engaging seminar on “Sinking Structural Column: A Case Study” 🏗️

We’re excited to welcome Kevin Marks, PE, Restoration Consultant at Walker Consultants, who will share insights into diagnosing structural and durability issues and developing effective repair strategies. This session will walk through a real-world case study on evaluating and repairing a sinking structural column.

Come learn how engineers investigate structural problems and implement long-lasting repair solutions in practice.

📅 Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 1311 NCEL
🍕 RSVP for food using the QR code!

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights into structural evaluation and restoration.

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03/09/2026

Last week we had the opportunity to host “Tall Buildings Design Principles” 🏙️

A big thank you to John Viise from DeSimone Consulting Engineers for delivering an insightful presentation on wind and seismic design for tall buildings. The session provided valuable perspectives on the structural challenges behind landmark high-rise projects and highlighted key principles used in the design of complex towers around the world.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to an engaging discussion. We appreciate the strong interest and participation!

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03/05/2026

Join us for an exciting seminar on Tall Buildings Design Principles 🏙️

We’re excited to welcome John Viise, Managing Principal at DeSimone Consulting Engineers, who will share insights on wind and seismic design for high-rise structures and discuss lessons from landmark projects around the world.

In this session, you’ll learn about key design principles for tall buildings, gain real-world perspectives from complex high-rise projects, and explore innovation and leadership in structural engineering.

📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 1311 NCEL
🍕 RSVP for food using the QR code!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert in tall building engineering.

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02/26/2026

Last week we had the privilege of hosting “Wonder of Water: The Making of Shedd’s Newest Gem.” 🌊

A huge thank you to Michelle Ryland from Klein & Hoffman and Kristen Fuentes from Pepper Construction for sharing their expertise on the renovation of the iconic John G. Shedd Aquarium rotunda exhibit. From structural challenges to virtual construction coordination, the session gave us valuable insight into working on historic structures with modern design demands.

We thank everyone who joined us and made the discussion so engaging. It was great to see such strong interest in the intersection of engineering, construction, and preservation!

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02/18/2026

Dive into the story behind one of Chicago’s most iconic institutions 🌊

Join us for “Wonder of Water: The Making of Shedd’s Newest Gem” as we explore the renovation and design of the center rotunda exhibit at the historic John G. Shedd Aquarium. Learn about the structural challenges, special detailing, and modern loading considerations involved in transforming a nearly 100-year-old landmark.

We’re excited to welcome Michelle Ryland (Klein & Hoffman) and Kristen Fuentes (Pepper Construction) as they share insights from this incredible project.

📅 Feb 19, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 NCEL 2311
🍕 RSVP for food!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about engineering, construction, and innovation behind a Chicago treasure.

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