About us

OUR Mission

The ASCE Student Chapter’s mission is to build community within the student ranks by connecting young civil engineers, gaining real-world experience, and continuing to advance our careers professionally while building connections with local firms.

Our Projects

Sustainable Solutions

The ASCE Sustainable Solutions Competition challenges students to creatively solve real-world engineering problems with sustainability in mind. Last year, our team placed 1st at regionals and 3rd in the nation, earning 2 of 3 fan favorite awards! Using SketchUp software, we presented posters, presentations, and a request for proposal to showcase our innovative, sustainable designs.

concrete Canoe

The concrete canoe competition continues to grow in design, but the traditions of teamwork, camaraderie, and spirited competition remain constant. This year, teams are submitting Technical Proposals and Enhanced Focus Area Reports, competing to create a prototype standardized canoe design for future competitions. Last year, we used a CNC router to perfect our mold, and our canoe—lovingly named "the submarine"—earning that title after its memorable sinking performance!

Steel bridge

The Student Steel Bridge Competition challenges students to design, fabricate, and assemble a 20-foot-scale model steel bridge, which must carry 2,500 pounds. Teams are judged on efficiency, aesthetics, and construction speed. Last year, our team excelled—winning seven awards and securing third place overall while showcasing our skills in design and teamwork under pressure.

Timber Strong

The Timber-Strong Design Build℠ (TSDB℠) Competition, in partnership with the American Wood Council, APA, and Simpson Strong-Tie, challenges student teams to design and construct a sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, and structurally durable 2-story wood-framed building. Last year, we placed 3rd, showcasing our creativity and engineering skills!

concrete bowling ball

The Concrete Bowling Ball competition is a unique event within the ISWS region that we've competed in for the past two years. The challenge involves designing a concrete mix and casting an 8-inch-diameter bowling ball. But it's not just about engineering—the competition’s ranking is determined by your bowling score! We’re proud to have secured first place for the last two years, and we’re excited to defend our title again.

Environmental Design

The Environmental Design competition is a smaller event within the ISWS region, but it's always a valuable learning experience. Last year, our team designed a bioretention cell to treat stormwater runoff—a project that mirrors real-world land development challenges. The students were thrilled to dive into this practical design and even more excited when it earned them first place!

new! 3d printing competition

We're excited to be competing in the 2025 ASCE 3D Printing: Bridging the Future Competition! This challenge is all about pushing the boundaries of civil engineering with 3D printing. Our mission: to design a bridge that's not only strong and stiff but also stunning—and it all has to come together fast with minimal assembly.