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Department Civil & Environmental Engineering

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Engineering for public and environmental good

From the roads we drive on to the water we drink and the communities we live in, our students, alumni, and faculty shape the world around us.

With a commitment to creating safe, sustainable, and impactful solutions for the grand challenges facing society and the environment, we’re passionate about transformative research, innovative teaching, and guiding the next generation of Badger engineers.

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Civil and environmental engineering department

11
NCEES engineering education awards
30
working professionals who mentor our students
98
Undergraduates placed in a job or post-graduate studies within a year of graduation
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Civil & environmental engineering news

Our research has a global impact on mobility, water resources, energy, infrastructure, and the environment. Explore the latest civil and environmental engineering news to learn more about how Badgers are making their mark.
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October 20, 2025

Wright leading UW-Madison team in multidisciplinary storm impact research center

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October 15, 2025

New computer model predicts rising flood threats in Lower Mississippi River Basin

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September 15, 2025

Undergrad’s amphibious imaging system captures unseen beauty in New England salt marshes

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“Being a Badger engineering student has been challenging but rewarding. Resources like the Undergraduate Learning Center have been invaluable for exam preparation and coursework support. Additionally, being part of engineering organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, and my STAR Scholarship Program has provided a strong community that supports both my academic and personal growth.”
Wynton Wright
BSCE ‘27
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Meet the faculty

Our faculty lead innovative research that impacts earth, air, and water resources; energy systems; infrastructure and more around the world.

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