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Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Sustainable Solutions for a Better World

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering focuses on the latest advances in the design, efficiency, construction, and maintenance of society’s infrastructure. The Department embraces the College of Engineering’s dedication to entrepreneurship, innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and green engineering. Our “Theory to Practice” approach to engineering education prepares our undergraduate Civil Engineering students to hit the ground running as they enter their careers.

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WNE Selected as Subaward Recipient in National Microelectronics Workforce Initiative

AI-enhanced training project will help prepare engineers and technicians for growing semiconductor and microelectronics careers.

University News, Engineering
Wide-angle photograph of the 2026 Emerging Engineers Expo in WNE's HLC gym.

Emerging Engineers Expo Showcases Innovation, Workforce Readiness, and Student Success

More Than 100 Student Projects Demonstrate Hands-On Learning Across Engineering Disciplines

University News, Engineering
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“I Am Going to Hire This Team”: WNE Surveying Team Earns Return Trip to National Stage

WNE's Civil Engineering Surveying Team earned top honors, capturing First Place at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Regional Competition for the second consecutive year. With the victory, the team advances to the 2026 ASCE UESI Surveying Society-wide Finals Competition, scheduled for June 25–27 in Fairmont, West Virginia.

University News, Engineering