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DEWSC

Del E. Webb School of Construction

Jim Geisbush and Samuel Ariaratnam stand with the team from Sun Yat-sen University
February 10, 2026
Fulton Schools researchers combine cultural immersion and student learning opportunities to create new global career paths and build collaborative networks.
Samuel Ariaratnam, a professor of construction engineering and the Sunstate Chair of Construction Management and Engineering at the Del E. Webb School of Construction, was recently elected president and named a fellow of the Utility Engineering and Surveying Institute, part of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Photographer: Erika Gronek/ASU
December 18, 2025
Samuel Ariaratnam, whose research in underground construction methods preserves roads, leads a group focused on utilities and surveying while mentoring engineers.
ASU construction engineering and management researcher Ricardo Eiris pictured with virtual reality headsets and related technology.
December 11, 2024
An interdisciplinary research project led by ASU explores new ways to use easily accessible technology to enhance hands-on, collaborative learning.
ribbon cutting of the Paul C. Helmick Center
December 5, 2024
As Mary Jo Helmick cut the ribbon to celebrate the newly renamed Paul C. Helmick Center at ASU, a crowd of over 100 attendees erupted in cheers.
SSEBE Hall of Fame awards
September 18, 2024
Distinguished alumni and industry leaders will be honored at an upcoming School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment event.
Del E. Webb School students
September 16, 2024
ASU’s Del E. Webb School of Construction prepares the next generation of construction leaders using modern technology and hands-on experience.
a view of the exterior of College Avenue Commons

Enhancing education through built environment and construction artistry

Teachers and students credit the features of the College Avenue Commons building for enhancing their communal engineering education experiences.
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A man kneels beside a large 3D printer and freshly printed ASU logo made of concrete.

Engineering low-carbon building materials

A new Fulton Schools research center is focusing on developing methods to end the harmful environmental impacts of manufacturing major construction materials.
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College Avenue Commons

Engineering an identity

The College Avenue Commons has become ASU’s central location for construction engineering.
Falcon Field airport

Building foundations for the next generation

A thriving construction company led by two ASU alumni helps prepare today’s Del E. Webb School of Construction students for careers in the building industry.
Tim Becker

Eminent Scholar brings students real-world view of construction industry

Eminent Scholar Tim Becker is preparing Fulton Schools students for construction careers by teaching what he has learned in nearly 30 years in the industry
Sam Ariaratnam

ASU’s Ariaratnam becomes Distinguished Member of ASCE

Samuel Ariaratnam joins a group of fewer than 300 individuals to receive the Distinguished Member designation from ASCE since it was created in 1853.
Brianne Arviso and Kristen Parrish

Breaking new ground

Brianne Arviso’s challenging journey to an advanced construction degree prepares her to cultivate Native American heritage within the profession
portraits of Jesse Pruitt and James Murphyover background of a construction site

Building skills through real-life experience

From industry professionals to leaders in the classroom, faculty associates play a vital role in the success of the Del E. Webb School of Construction.
graduates of the Del E. Webb School of Construction in hard hats at convocation

Constructing a legacy

Collaboration, partnership and entrepreneurship continue to serve as core values for the Del E. Webb School of Construction at Arizona State University; contributing to the success of their alumni.
Sam Ariaratnam standing at a railing

ASU professor appointed to USDOT advisory pipeline committee

Samuel Ariaratnam’s extensive knowledge of underground construction has earned him a seat on a national pipeline advisory committee.
George J. Graef pictured with his daughters Jill Graef, left, and Julie Golladay.

A legacy built on love of construction

ASU alumnus and successful construction company owner George J. Graef was a leading supporter of the Del E. Webb School of Construction in ASU’s Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Géza Kmetty in memoriam 1940-2021

In memory of Géza Kmetty

Over Géza Kmetty’s 50-plus years as a multitalented, innovative, enterprising engineer, ASU students benefitted from his knowledge, experience and philanthropy

Date range February 2026 – January 2022