21st Century Engineer
21st Century Engineer
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Dr. Dennis D. Truax, a renowned professional engineer, educator, and advocate for sustainable infrastructure. With over four decades of experience in academe, consulting, and environmental engineering, Dr. Truax dives deep into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of civil and environmental engineering. As the former President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and Co-Founder of Bidcurement, Dr. Truax shares expert insights on workforce development, sustainable infrastructure practices, and innovative solutions for water resources and environmental management.
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The podcast covers a range of critical topics such as ethics in engineering, sustainable practices, workforce development, and the integration of technology in infrastructure. Episodes tackle specific themes, for example, discussions on how AI is influencing engineering ethics and the future of flood engineering while addressing real-world challenges and innovations in water resources.
Dr. Dennis D. Truax, a renowned professional engineer, educator, and advocate for sustainable infrastructure. With over four decades of experience in academe, consulting, and environmental engineering, Dr. Truax dives deep into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of civil and environmental engineering. As the former President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and Co-Founder of Bidcurement, Dr. Truax shares expert insights on workforce development, sustainable infrastructure practices, and innovative solutions for water resources and environmental management.
This edition of The 21st Century Engineer newsletter spotlights Alex Steelman, PE a 2025 NSPE Emerging Leader who shares her journey from aerospace aspirations to building communities through civil infrastructure. Guided by strong mentors and driven by a love for problem-solving, Alex reflects on early-career challenges, lifelong learning, and the importance of professional societies in shaping ethical, servant leaders.
Her story is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and commitment to the profession’s highest ideals: protecting the public, advancing knowledge, and mentoring the next generation.
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