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UNC Charlotte’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is dedicated to preparing students to become environmental guardians. Through comprehensive curricula and hands-on experiences, the program equips future engineers with the skills to address pressing environmental challenges. Emphasizing sustainability and innovative problem-solving, the department fosters a new generation of professionals committed to protecting our planet. Click […]

Jordan Landis, a recent UNC Charlotte engineering graduate, is pioneering research to combat the growing issue of microplastics in water sources. She has filed a patent for a process that utilizes bioengineered algae to break down these pollutants at wastewater treatment plants. Collaborating with Charlotte Water, Landis aims to improve public health by reducing microplastic […]

Our students continue to excel, making their mark on both local and national stages with impressive accomplishments. Here are some of the recent highlights: Chideraa Ndbuisi has had an outstanding year. He was awarded a $10,000 external grant from the North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute. Additionally, at the recent NC One Water conference in […]

We are thrilled to recognize Riley Felts, a standout student in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, for her incredible accomplishments both in and out of the classroom. Riley’s dedication to academic excellence, athletic achievement, and community service is truly inspiring. Recently, Riley was announced as a finalist for the prestigious NCAA Woman of […]