Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering at UMD

Student Spotlight

Valery Caicedo (B.S. Civil & Environmental Engineering, senior) discovered her path in transportation through a high-school mentorship with an FHWA researcher.

She has since taken on leadership as president of UMD’s SHPE chapter and a Clark Ambassador (since 2024), while contributing to transportation research on e-bike safety with Professor Cinzia Cirillo. She also broadened her global engineering perspective through ENCE489J, presenting project work in Denmark.

Read more: go.umd.edu/Valery

The Fall Pop-Up Store is Now Open!

Show your Terp Pride with exclusive Clark School merch! From apparel to hats and more, the store features brand-new Maryland "M" designs alongside fan favorites. Whether you’re on campus or repping from afar, there’s something for every Terp engineer.

The store is open for a limited time only: Monday, September 29 – Sunday, October 19.

Orders are estimated to ship in mid to late November.

Data centers are the backbone of AI and the digital economy—but they also bring major challenges in construction, water usage, and sustainability. Join us for a full-day Roundtable: Connecting Industry & Academia to explore innovative strategies for resilient, eco-friendly data center infrastructure.

📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕣 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 A. James Clark Hall, Zupnik Forum (1101a-b), University of Maryland

Hear from industry leaders, academics, and policy experts tackling the environmental impact, workforce needs, and future innovations in data centers.

Register now: go.umd.edu/DataCenters25

Spots are limited.

Data centers are the backbone of AI and the digital economy—but they also bring major challenges in construction, water usage, and sustainability. Join us for a full-day Roundtable: Connecting Industry & Academia to explore innovative strategies for resilient, eco-friendly data center infrastructure.

📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
🕣 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 A. James Clark Hall, Zupnik Forum (1101a-b), University of Maryland

Hear from industry leaders, academics, and policy experts tackling the environmental impact, workforce needs, and future innovations in data centers.

Register now: go.umd.edu/DataCenters2025

Spots are limited.

This week, Plano-Coudon was proud to welcome pre-college students from Harlem Lacrosse - Baltimore for an inspiring day of STEM-focused exploration and learning. In partnership with TouchPoint Baltimore and Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering at UMD, we introduced these young minds to the diverse career paths within the construction industry. The experience continued with a jobsite tour at our Morgan State University Harper-Tubman Residence Hall project - bringing classroom curiosity to life on the ground!

From hydrogen-powered vehicles to high-speed trains, our students explored innovation in action during the recent Japan 2025 Study Abroad Program!

The group toured the Iwatani hydrogen vehicle facility, experienced the Maglev train system, visited the Toyota Museum and Nissan Headquarters, and attended a lecture on earthquake engineering at Nagoya University.

Sixteen students participated, including five from CEE, making this an unforgettable and enriching global experience that blended culture, engineering, and advanced technology.

Welcome, 2025 Summer Interns!!

We are excited to kick off an enriching summer with our MCPS Summer RISE Program and Environmental Engineering interns here in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. From campus tours and lab visits to professional panels and field experiences, our interns are getting a firsthand look at how civil and environmental engineers help shape the world around us.

We are looking forward to a summer filled with learning, exploration, and impact.

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We’re excited to spotlight Kyla Erman, a senior in Civil & Environmental Engineering and Art History, and a dedicated Sustainability minor. Kyla was awarded a prestigious ASHE scholarship and will represent UMD in Denmark’s Grøn Dyst (Green Challenge) competition this summer.

Her project explores using porous asphalt to reduce traffic noise—a vital step toward healthier, more livable urban environments. Kyla emphasizes that while we know transportation systems can enhance accessibility and economic opportunity, they must also address human wellness.

With her interdisciplinary interests in transportation systems, urban planning, and historic preservation, Kyla embodies the future of engineering that is both functional and expressive. We’re incredibly proud of her achievements and can’t wait to see where this journey leads.

🎉 HEY FUTURE TERPS! 🎉
The countdown is ON —Confirm Your Spot by May 1st!

Newly admitted Civil and Environmental Engineering students — your future starts here! ✅ Secure your seat in the family by officially accepting your offer before May 1st!

We’ve already kicked off the celebrations with exclusive events just for YOU — like our recent Dinner with the Chair, where students met Dr. Nii O. Attoh-Okine, connected with staff, and enjoyed a warm welcome from our CEE community over dinner. 🍽️🎉

📸 Swipe to see moments from Dinner with the Chair!

🎉 HEY FUTURE TERPS! 🎉 The countdown is ON —Confirm Your Spot by May 1st! Newly admitted Civil and Environmental Engineering students — your future starts here! ✅ Secure your seat in the #CEEatUMD family by officially accepting your offer before May 1st! We’ve already kicked off the celebrations with exclusive events just for YOU — like our recent Dinner with the Chair, where students met Dr. Nii O. Attoh-Okine, connected with staff, and enjoyed a warm welcome from our CEE community over dinner. 🍽️🎉 📸 Swipe to see moments from Dinner with the Chair! #NowACEETerp #CEEatUMD #UMD2029 #GoTerps #DecisionDay