From inspiring keynote moments to energetic networking and deep technical discussions, Structures Congress 2025 was truly one for the books. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us—your presence and enthusiasm made this year’s Congress unforgettable. Over the course of three incredible days, the energy throughout the event was electric. Attendees packed technical sessions, filled the exhibit hall with great conversations, and enjoyed some well-earned fun in the ASCE Fun Zone. But what truly stood out were the faces—from students and emerging professionals to long-time leaders in engineering—each one eager to learn, connect, and contribute to the future of our profession.
A defining moment of this year’s Congress was the keynote address by Dr. Lori Peek, marking the first time a sociologist has taken the main stage at Structures. Her message was both urgent and inspiring: to truly protect communities from the devastating impacts of disasters, structural engineers and social scientists must bridge their disciplines. With powerful stories from post-disaster fieldwork and large-scale research collaborations, Dr. Peek challenged us to think beyond calculations and codes—to see the people behind the structures, and the lives we can help safeguard through more holistic, human-centered design.
Structures Congress continues to be the place where innovation, community, and purpose come together. Thank you for bringing your energy, insights, and curiosity to Phoenix. We can’t wait to see where the conversations we started this year will lead—and we’ll see you in Boston at Structures Congress 2026!
