John Zhai in front of his his classroom

John Zhai wins CEAS Textbook Recognition Award

Jan. 11, 2024

Some architectural engineering textbooks were too general or overly specific. However, Professor John Zhai struck the perfect balance with his book, earning him the College of Engineering and Applied Science Textbook Recognition Award.

Matt Morris and the two students who helped build his home in front of his newly-built home

Engineering students help professor rebuild the home he lost in the Marshall Fire

Dec. 21, 2023

Teaching Professor Matt Morris asked his students to help pour concrete. Â鶹ÒùÔº came. Two came back again. And again. For more than a year.

Rajagopalan Balaji with mountain in the background

Rajagopalan Balaji elected fellow of ASCE

Dec. 13, 2023

Rajagopalan Balaji, a professor of civil engineering, has been named a fellow by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Board of Direction. This prestigious recognition, awarded to only three percent of ASCE members, is "for celebrated contributions and developing creative solutions that change lives around the world."

Reese Jillian Hopp in a hard hat in front of a construction site

Reese Jillian Hopp — Perseverance Award

Dec. 11, 2023

After taking a year off to heal and reflect, Reese Jillian Hopp came back strong, winning the College of Engineering's Perseverance Award.

Ross Corotis

A chat with Ross Corotis — life beyond "retirement"

Dec. 4, 2023

Professor Emeritus Ross Corotis retired in February 2022, after five decades as a leading researcher, professor and college dean, with 28 of those years spent at CU Boulder’s Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering. We recently caught up with Professor Corotis to chat about his "retirement."

ASCE Frangopol Medal

Civil Engineering society establishes medal to honor Frangopol

Nov. 27, 2023

ASCE's Dan M. Frangopol Medal for Life-Cycle Engineering of Civil Structures pays tribute to the CU Boulder professor emeritus, recognizing Frangopol's impactful career in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering.

Energy model for an existing nonprofit building.

CEAE group receives $8 million from DOE's Renew America Nonprofits program

Nov. 21, 2023

This 5-year-old project, led by Building Systems Professor Moncef Krarti, will provide technical assistance to nonprofits for energy-saving initiatives, with a strong emphasis on student involvement in renovating existing buildings.

Impact of a water drop on water.

Water Engineering & Management program lets professionals earn MS while working

Nov. 20, 2023

Our unique Water Engineering & Management program, tailored for professionals, offers a remote learning option with connections to senior water professionals nationwide, preparing them for leadership roles in the water industry.

Bob Davis teaching the capstone class.

CU Boulder’s lighting certificate illuminates career paths for professionals

Nov. 15, 2023

Offered by the architectural engineering lighting faculty and designed for working professionals, the Architectural Lighting Certificate is offered to non-degree students to help build competence, contribute more fully to their companies and further advance their careers.

Wil Srubar holds a concrete block.

Wil Srubar selected as 2023 Schmidt Science Polymath

Nov. 14, 2023

Wil Srubar, associate professor in Building Systems Engineering and the Materials Science and Engineering Program, was chosen from more than 58 applicants for his research trajectory to further redefine the boundaries of living architecture — both on Earth and beyond.

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