Welcome Class of 2029!
April 2, 2025
We are looking forward to welcoming the UW Construction Management Class of 2029 to campus in Autumn, 2025. For students and families still considering whether becoming a CM Husky is the right choice, you are invited to check out out stories about our faculty and students. Learn more about the College of Built Environments and…
Students Shine at ASC Regional Competitions
February 24, 2025
Emelia Swanson and Luke Takechi took 1st place in the Alternates Competition at the ASC Regional Competitions in Reno, with other CBE students earning top honors in various categories. All participants gained valuable hands-on experience and connected with industry professionals. Read the full story on the CBE website.
Professor Chris Lee Delivers Special Lecture on US Construction Technology Trends to GS Engineering & Construction
November 26, 2024
On November 15, Professor Hyun Woo "Chris" Lee delivered a special lecture to a delegation of 25 directors and senior managers from GS Engineering & Construction, one of Korea's largest contractors. The lecture, titled Technology Trends in US Construction, was part of the group's Innovation Training Program during their visit to the United States. Professor Lee highlighted cutting-edge advancements in construction technology, including…
Prof. Chris Lee Presents Insights on Public-Private Partnerships (P3) for Electric Bus Base Conversion to Washington State Transportation Commission
November 5, 2024
On October 15, 2024, Prof. Hyun Woo “Chris” Lee presented findings of his research project to the Washington State Transportation Commission, focusing on the application of public-private partnerships (P3) for converting electric bus bases to support a zero-emission fleet. Funded by King County Metro through the UW Mobility Innovation Center, the project aimed to assess…
CEI awards Collaborative Seed Grants to boost AI data centers, EV charging infrastructure - Clean Energy Institute
October 22, 2024
Transportation is responsible for 39% of Washington’s total greenhouse gas emissions. Strategically expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure (EVCI) is crucial to support the electrification of this sector, as existing research consistently demonstrates a strong correlation between public EVCI availability and EV ownership at both national and municipal levels. However, reports have revealed that EVCI planning often neglects the specific needs and challenges…
2024 CMAA PNW Scholarship Recipients
July 16, 2024
Six UW CM students from across our undergraduate and graduate programs were recognized on June 20th at the CMAA Pacific Northwest Chapter annual awards dinner with $44,000 in scholarships. Each recipient has demonstrated success in the classroom, leadership, and perspective on challenges facing the construction management field today. Thanks to the CMAA membership for their…
2024 Student Award Winners
May 23, 2024
UW Construction Management students were recognized for excellence at the 2024 UW Construction Management Hall of Fame Celebration. Undergraduate Excellence in Academic Achievement: Ben Olliffe Undergraduate Excellence in Service and Student Activities: Catherine Dang, Shane Patterson, Cole Magruder Undergraduate Junior Excellence Award: Anthony Stoyanov Excellence in Academic Achievement | Graduate Evening Program: Fatima Bentaleb Excellence…
Construction Leaders Honored at Hall of Fame Celebration
May 23, 2024
Seattle construction leaders were recognized as the 2024 inductees to the UW Construction Industry Hall of Fame at the bi-annual event held in May, 2024. Rick Hermanson, CEO of the Hermanson Company, shared his journey through decades of industry experience and his work to create opportunities for young people to enter mechanical contracting. Diane Kocer,…
Class of 2024 Sigma Lamda Chi Honorees
May 21, 2024
We officially reactivated the Theta Chapter of Sigma Lambda Chi International Construction Honor Society on March 28th. The following students were recognized for their academic achievements. Oleh Olehovych Fylyk Alexander Bryce Hasenstab Casey Anne Lawler Patrick Grady Norton Benjamin Matthew Olliffe Samuel Thomas Rutter The University of Washington Theta chapter was formed in 1966. The…
Mix Masters: At a UW lab, students are testing ways to give concrete a solid future.
March 5, 2024
Nestled in a former airplane hangar in the sprawling former Navy base at Magnuson Park, construction and engineering students from the University of Washington stress-test recipes for concrete—one of the world’s most used substances. Made with a combination of cement, water and aggregates, some type of concrete has been produced by every civilization since the…
