Alternative paths, shared success

With diverse backgrounds and experiences, CEE’s transfer students show that there is more than one path to success at the UW.

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Blazing a trail with wildfire research

An increase in wildfires across the nation has sparked researchers to develop new technologies and hazard prevention protocols.

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Why CEE? Research Areas Faculty Future Students Current Students Courses

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Future Rivers film night

Join Future Rivers on November 26 for Hollow Tree, a film following three teens navigating climate and identity in sinking Louisiana.

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Spring 2024 Bridge newsletter

Explore our department newsletter and read about faculty updates, new research, center news and student successes.

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Our vision

CEE strategic plan

Learn about the department's 2023-2027 Strategic Plan and associated Grand Challenges, which will guide our work for the next five years.

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OUR VALUES

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Learn how the CEE department is taking concrete actions toward a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

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Real-world experience

Student internships

Internships are great practical experience to go along with academics, and create industry connections that can lead to full-time employment.

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Department news

Lundquist earns trio of honors

Jessica Lundquist receives three major awards for her contributions to hydrology and mentorship, including the AGU Ambassador Award and the AMS Horton Lecturer honor.

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RAPID captures Hurricane Helene data

RAPID researchers gathered vital pre- and post-storm data from Hurricane Helene to enhance disaster resilience and improve future preparedness.

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Julian Marshall receives Boeing professorship

CEE professor awarded professorship for his research on air pollution, environmental justice and global collaboration.

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Cynthia Chen joins ELATES fellowship program

Professor Cynthia Chen selected for prestigious fellowship advancing women and allies in STEM academic leadership.

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Designing for a changing climate

Smarter irrigation for a greener UW

A new project combines satellite data with ground sensors to conserve water and create a more sustainable campus environment.

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Department spotlight

Bethany Gordon

Civil & Environmental Engineering
Assistant Professor

Driven by a commitment to social equity, Gordon's research challenges traditional engineering boundaries and focuses on how understanding human behavior can lead to more responsive and inclusive infrastructure solutions.

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Community-driven design

Bethany Gordon integrates social sciences with engineering, aiming for more inclusive designs that consider human behavior.

Read about her research