November/December 2021
Civil Engineering magazine November/December 2021
Features
Younger engineers explore the relationship between the built environment and social justice. They say civil engineers can and must do more.
What does infrastructure have to do with social justice and equity?
The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park has been seismically retrofitted and historically rehabilitated to create a safer, updated venue.
Making a stronger, more modern amphitheater in Los Angeles
The transformation of Niagara Falls State Park tops the list while a Nevada pumping station, a New York bridge, and other noteworthy projects earn recognition.
Best of the best: 2021 Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Awards
A comprehensive environmental restoration effort in North Texas has led to the rebirth of Willow Branch Creek.
North Texas creek reconfigured to follow nature's original design
More than a century old, Chicago’s Cook County Hospital has been preserved and renovated to host hotel space, medical offices, a museum, and other amenities.
How to add hospitality to an old Chicago hospital
Track technology is helping to restore an old rail line in the UK
England’s Dartmoor Line will soon offer regular passenger service again.
Michigan's Mackinac Bridge tames the wind
The Mackinac applied lessons from the failure of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
Underground telescope will help scientists detect gravitational waves
A telescope to study gravity instead of the stars is set to be built in Europe.
Examining the ethics of expert testimony
We consider providing expert testimony through the lens of ASCE’s Code of Ethics.
The perils of calling an expert witness
A case is lost when a witness is found to be no expert.
Changing your career path can lead to good things
Jessica Chen, P.E., S.E., went from the consulting field to the client side.
Professor aims to integrate diversity issues into engineering education
Educator leads research team making diversity a reality in engineering ed.
Engineer learned the importance of big dreams
Don’t settle for ‘enough’ when you can go for what you truly want.
2021 ASCE Civil Engineering Salary Report
Pandemic or not, civil engineering salaries are rising.
How mentorship can increase diversity within the field of engineering
Helping disadvantaged youth explore education and career options benefits engineering.
Answering the call of servant leadership
ASCE’s president wants to be a new kind of leader.
Considering all the options
Civil engineers can lead the way to more equitable, successful communities.
