 Civil Professor Receives UH Teaching Excellence Award
(April 23, 2009) K.H. Wang, professor of civil and environmental engineering, received a University of Houston Teaching Excellence Award at the 31st Annual University of Houston Faculty Awards Ceremony. For nearly two decades, Wang has devoted countless hours to daily preparation for his courses and juggled large class loads with volunteer work and administrative duties, such as directing the civil engineering graduate program, where he is responsible for all admissions and advising.
 Professor Inducted as a Distinguished Member of ASCE
(December 9, 2008) Jerry R. Rogers, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, was inducted as a Distinguished Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers at the organization's 2008 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pa. in November. He was among 11 chosen for the honor, making him one of 565 engineers in the organization's 156-year history to receive the title. Throughout his 40-year academic career, Rogers' research has focused on storm water management, urban growth planning, drainage engineering, water distribution and water resource systems.
 Forward Progress: Machinist Builds Components for Lab Experiments
(December 1, 2008) Five years ago, Jeff Miller took over as lab machinist supervisor for the college's department of civil and environmental engineering. The workshop was previously managed by his father-in-law, Martin Kowis, who worked for the department 20 years. Now, Miller is responsible for machining parts for civil engineering research projects within the college.
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