The Fariborz Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering and The University of Texas at Austin offer much more than courses to provide an enriching experience for students. Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to participate in student organizations that provide students with opportunities to meet other students, interact with professional engineers, serve the greater community and work on challenging projects.
American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES)
The University of Texas chapter of the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) is the first and only professional student organization for environmental engineers on campus. AAEES provides an opportunity for environmental engineering majors to gain exposure to professionals in the field, learn about both technical innovation and practice and serve the community.
American Concrete Institute
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) UT Austin student chapter promotes student interest in concrete and develops awareness of ACI's work through its committees, publications and chapters.
American Society of Civil Engineers - UT Austin Chapter
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is the oldest professional engineering society in the United States. Since 1921, the ASCE student chapter has provided an opportunity for civil and architectural engineering students to build academic, social and professional relationships through a wide range of activities, including bi-monthly meetings, social events, community volunteering, intramural sports, field trips and technical competitions.
ASHRAE - UT Austin Student Chapter
The American Society of Heating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) founded in 1894, is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment today. The UT Austin Student Chapter furthers student education in building technology and promotes professional development and mentorship with industry partners.
Architectural Engineering Institute
The Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI) is a nationally affiliated student organization devoted to providing architectural and civil engineering students with a link of communication to companies. In addition to helping cultivate networks, AEI supplies engineering students with support for academics, opportunities for hands-on experience and professional development in the engineering industry.
Chi Epsilon
Chi Epsilon is the Civil Engineering Honor Society organized to recognize the characteristics of the individual civil engineer deemed to be fundamental to the successful pursuit of an engineering career and to aid in the development of those characteristics in the civil engineering student.
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute-Student Chapter
The University of Texas at Austin chapter of the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute is an interdisciplinary student organization concerned with the effects of earthquakes and earthquake hazard reduction.
Engineers for A Sustainable World
As part of a nationwide network of professionals dedicated to building a better world, the UT Austin chapter strives to promote sustainability in our community and organization with events and technical projects.
Institute of Transportation Engineers
The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) is a professional society of more than 15,000 transportation engineers, planners and other professionals in over 80 countries. The Institute's members are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods on streets, highways and transit systems. Institute programs and resources include professional development seminars, technical reports, a monthly journal, local, regional and international meetings, and other forums for the exchange of opinions, ideas, techniques and research.
Intelligent Transportation Society of America
The Intelligent Transportation Society of America, better known as ITS America, is a forum in which industry, government and academia meet to build consensus on fostering, developing and deploying Intelligent Vehicle-Highway Systems. The society's mission is to help evolve a significantly safer, cleaner, more productive and more competitive U.S. transportation system.
National Society of Black Engineers
The mission of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.
Pi Sigma Pi
Pi Sigma Pi is the minority academic engineering society that strives to unite and increase the number of minority engineering students who succeed academically, lead professionally and contribute passionately to their communities.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is the leading social-technical organization whose primary function is to enhance and achieve the potential of Hispanics in engineering, math and science. The society strives to increase educational opportunities, promote professional and personal growth and carry out its social responsibility to be involved in education, business and government issues.
Student Engineering Council
The Student Engineering Council helps provide a vital and necessary bond between the students of the Cockrell School of Engineering, its administration and the professional world. Through career fairs, competitions and other programs, the Engineering Council teaches and communicates information about academic issues, professional topics and general interests. By coordinating the activities of some 40+ professional and academic engineering societies, the Council helps to expand and strengthen the spirit and dedication of current students.
Structural Engineering Association of Texas
The Structural Engineering Association of Texas (SEAoT) Student Chapter enhances student understanding of the structural engineering field.
Tau Beta Pi
Tau Beta Pi (TBP) is an interdisciplinary engineering honor society that recognizes students with high academic achievement and a commitment to personal and professional integrity. Established in 1885, it is the second-oldest collegiate honor society in America.
Texas Society of Professional Engineers
The Texas Society of Professional Engineers improves engineers' interpersonal communication skills, promotes and helps students review for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam and provides professional development opportunities for its members.
Texas Theme Park Engineering and Design
Texas Theme Park Engineering and Design is an organization focused on introducing students to the field of theme park engineering and engaging them in activities that involve hands-on educational experiences. They help passionate engineers explore options within the amusement industry and discover atypical career options for their degrees.
Women in Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering (WCAE)
Women in Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to creating a professional network for women students, graduates, and faculty members in our department by building an inclusive community for undergraduate women and supporting civil, architectural and environmental engineering women with peer mentorship throughout their studies.
Women in Engineering Program
The Women in Engineering Program (WEP) was established in 1992 to recruit and retain female engineering students, increase the percentage of female engineering graduates and provide a supportive structure that encourages women's success in the Cockrell School of Engineering.
