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portrait of Samuel Ariaratnam holding a hard hat

Awards and honors come down the pipeline to Ariaratnam

Samuel Ariaratnam has been named a member of the U.S. National Academy of Construction and received the 2019 Excellence in Pipelines Award.
School or unitEducation
student holding a cup talking to people in front of academic poster

Multidimensional environmental challenges

Fulton Schools faculty led an international conference to explore potential remedies to the world’s most critical environmental problems.
School or unitEnvironmentSustainability
The skyline of Tempe, Arizona during a colorful sunset.

Fulton engineers stand out among Phoenix young professionals

Four former Fulton Schools students are recognized for professional accomplishments and community contributions in the Phoenix Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list.
female student working in a lab

Inspiring equality in STEM for International Women in Engineering Day

In honor of International Women in Engineering Day, faculty and students in the Fulton Schools were asked what they view as hurdles to attracting more women into engineering and how to bring more equality to STEM careers.
School or unitEducation
illustration of globe and moon

Transforming the mindset on nanomaterials

The narrative on nanomaterials is shifting from being a potential source of contamination to becoming valuable tools for the benefit of human and environment health.
School or unitEnvironmentWater
Three students examine a water quality test.

EPICS Elite Pitch Competition expands impact of student projects

Eight student teams competed for funding to implement solutions for community challenges ranging from water purification to public health to internet access
School or unitEntrepreneurshipGlobalHealthSustainabilityWater
Emily Alcazar holding objects made of 3D printed concrete

Fulton Schools’ youngest graduate gets a head start on making an impact

Emily Alcazar started taking college courses when she was 12 years old. Today she’ll graduate magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering at the age of 17.
graduating student waving to the camera

Higher aspirations

Fulton Schools students and graduates tell why they chose to pursue master’s and doctoral degrees and why they’re convinced it’s worth the hard work.
School or unitEducation
student talking to an employer at a career fair

Industry and academia link up to prepare future engineers

ASU’s Friends of Civil and Environmental Engineering group supports educational efforts and gives back to the profession by preparing qualified engineers.
School or unitEducationSustainability
image of a girl sitting on the floor of a library surrounded by books with light particles glowing from a book she is holding

Essential Reading: Books to light your path to the future

Fulton Schools faculty and staff members recommend books to provide insights and inspiration to guide students on their way forward.
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Meet the exceptional graduates of Spring 2019

At the close of the fall and spring semesters, the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering recognizes select members of the graduating class for demonstrating academic excellence, extraordinary leadership and community service.
portrait of Junliang “Julian” Tao

Mimicking nature to enhance search for knowledge underground

Junliang “Julian” Tao is exploring the unique methods of mobility animals and plants use to move underground to guide designs for burrowing sensor robots.
School or unitRobotics
SSEBE Hall of Fame awards ceremony 2019.

Distinguished service and excellence in civil engineering and construction earn honors

Exceptional Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering construction and civil engineering alumni and supporters honored at annual awards ceremony.
Two men wearing suits and sitting next to each other and smiling.

Father and son duo create a legacy of scholarships at ASU

A father and son duo at Desert Star Construction were inspired to invest in the next generation of construction professionals through scholarships at ASU.
construction students on site looking at blueprints

STEM designation is step up for construction management program

ASU construction management graduates will earn degrees in what is now an officially designated STEM program, reflecting the increasing integration of science, technology, engineering and math education into the curriculum.
School or unitEducation
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Reimagining education leads to President’s Professor honor

Keith Hjelmstad was named an ASU President's Professor for his ability to engage, challenge and excite undergraduate students by flipping the classroom.
School or unitEducation
Mill Avenue Bridge

A step toward preventing waterborne disease outbreaks

Arizona State University engineer researches Legionnaires' disease-causing bacteria in building water systems to prevent water crises and disease outbreaks.
School or unitHealthWater
A building under construction.

Advancing construction education through real-world projects

ASU's online Master of Science in construction management is designed to meet the growing need for construction industry professionals with advanced skills.
School or unitEducation

Date range July 2019 – December 2018