Above: Ryan Johnson (center) and students Dame Liljestand and Adam Cossey setting up an ultrasonic sensor that will measure snow depth. Ryan Johnson, Assistant Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CvEEN) at the University of Utah, has co-authored a new study published in Environmental Modelling & Software. Titled “Quantifying regional variability of machine-learning-based snow water […]

Hung-Po Cheng didn’t just come to the University of Utah to earn an engineering Ph.D.—he came to create a real-world impact by making the roads we travel every day just a little safer. With a passion for data-driven safety solutions and a vision for smarter cities, Hung-Po is using artificial intelligence to improve traffic safety. […]

Few names are as synonymous with engineering and leadership excellence in Utah as Ron Reaveley. On April 22, 2025, the University of Utah’s Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering and the Structural Engineers Association of Utah (SEAU) proudly co-hosted the inaugural event of our Distinguished Structural Engineering Lecture Series. This special evening featured Ron Reaveley, […]

Joe Davies, a Civil & Environmental Engineering student graduating in Fall 2025, capped off his collegiate skiing career in unforgettable fashion—by becoming a national champion. At the 2025 NCAA Championships hosted by Dartmouth College, Davies dominated the 20K freestyle, claiming first place in the men’s race with a commanding lead of over a minute. His […]

The 2024–2025 academic year was another success for our ASCE Student Chapter, marked by national recognition, regional competition success, and an incredibly active and dedicated student body. Throughout the year, the chapter was led by a passionate group of student leaders and the steady guidance of long-time faculty advisor Dr. Christine Pomeroy. For the second […]

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Vince Wang will be returning to the University of Utah as an Assistant Professor of Nuclear Engineering starting August 2025. With an impressive track record spanning both academia and nuclear industry, Dr. Wang brings invaluable expertise to our growing program. Dr. Wang previously worked at Radiant, a cutting-edge microreactor […]

On March 21, 2025, CvEEN had the honor of welcoming Dr. Yafeng Yin, Professor and Department Chair at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, as part of our Distinguished Seminar Series. His talk, “Seventy Years of Travel Forecasting: Charting the Next Frontier with AI,” explored the evolution of travel forecasting and the transformative role of […]

Cametrius Warren’s Research is Changing Medicine — and Minds. Cametrius Warren leans over a lab bench, carefully handling biological samples as part of her research at the University of Utah. A first-year Ph.D. student, Warren is not only dedicated to advancing nuclear medicine but also to changing the way the world perceives radiation. Originally from […]

Above: Shouzheng Pan, right, presenting his research. Three members of the University of Utah’s Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Student Chapter recently attended and presented at the 2025 ITE Utah Section Annual Meeting on March 18. Their contributions showcased the innovative research and leadership emerging from the university’s transportation engineering community. Fengze Yang, ITE Student […]

The University of Utah is proud to announce that Arman Malekloo has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar (TSS). Arman is one of only 29 students across the U.S. selected through a competitive application process for this prestigious program. The honor gave him the opportunity to attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety […]