On January 23, 2025, the Tuscaloosa Branch of ASCE conducted their 2nd Industry Leaders Q&A Panel Discussion with the University of Alabama’s American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). This event was attended by over 125 participants that included students, faculty, staff, Tuscaloosa Branch ASCE Members, and panelists.
President for the Alabama Section of ASCE, Mr. Craig Williams, P.E. opened the floor for students to ask questions and to moderate the panelists.
The panel was composed of the following volunteers:
Chris Spencer – Project Professional, TTL, Inc.
Austin Howard, EI – Project Professional, TTL, Inc.
Holly Erickson, P.E. – Environmental Engineer, TTL, Inc.
DeAndrae Kimbrough, P.E. – Perry County Engineer
David Kemp, P.E. – Operations Engineer, Fayette Area, ALDOT
Michael Herring, P.E. – Project Manager, Tucker Management Group, LLC
Lisa Cantrell, P.E. – Local Transportation Engineer, Tuscaloosa Area, ALDOT
The Q&A panel was dynamic and engaging, featuring a diverse group of engineering professionals who enthusiastically shared their perspectives and experiences. The panel provided a platform for an interactive exchange of ideas, allowing the student audience members to pose questions on a variety of topics including college courses, internship opportunities, FE and PE licensures, and career paths.
The students showcased a wide range of backgrounds, academic interests, and extracurricular involvement, contributing to a rich and multifaceted discussion. From inquiries about career life to academic challenges, the panelists offered candid and insightful responses, fostering a sense of community and connection among the audience. The event not only facilitated a deeper understanding of the professional experience, but also underscored the importance of open dialogue and collaboration within the professional and academic community.
A special thanks to Karl Elebash, Hunter Barger, Clint Bradford, Frank Summers, and Ashley Maddox for helping make the event a huge success!
More pictures of the event are located under the 2025 Events Page.
Congratulations to Terence Williamson, P.E. (Construction Engineer – ALDOT – West Central Region, Tuscaloosa Area) for being named the 2024 Engineer of the Year by the Tuscaloosa Branch of ASCE!
Picture: Terence Williamson, P.E. – (ALDOT – Construction Engineer – West Central Region, Tuscaloosa Area) with his award.
Picture: Aaron Pollard, P.E. – (ALDOT – Construction – WCR Tuscaloosa Area – Assistant Project Manager) accepting the award on behalf of Terence who had a prior commitment. Jacob Hudson, P.E. (TTL – Project Manager) also not able to attend.
Thanks to Frank Summers for your service as the Tuscaloosa Branch President from 2023-2024!!
Picture (L to R): Clint Bradford (Branch Sec/Treas.), Frank Summers (Branch Director & Tuscaloosa Branch Past President), Hunter Barger (Branch President), Karl Elebash (Branch Vice President)
Clint Bradford joins the Tuscaloosa Branch Leadership Team
Clint graduated from the University of Alabama, where he received bachelor’s degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering. His 8 years of experience includes environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, and civil engineering. Clint’s Environmental Engineering experience includes managing Title V, NPDES, SID, and Waste Manifest regulated documents and inspections, and writing and implementing SWPPP, SPCC Plans, and BMP Plans. Clint’s Civil and Geotechnical Engineering experience include planning, managing, and coordinating multiple projects, providing geotechnical draft reports for various projects, design, and development of cost estimates for city projects.
2024 Scholarship Winners
