ASCE introduces 2026 class of Distinguished Members
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) announced its 2026 class of Distinguished Members. ASCE annually selects this high honor out of their over 160,000 active members worldwide. This year the class consists of 12 distinguished engineers recognized for their advancements across construction, art, science or education. The new class of Distinguished Members will be inducted on October 15 at ASCE’s OPAL (Outstanding Projects and Leaders) Gala.
“Through innovation, mentorship, public service, and unwavering commitment to the profession, the 2026 class of ASCE Distinguished Members have made immense positive contributions to civil engineering that have improved public health, safety, and welfare and their work will have a lasting legacy that will inspire and improve life for future generations,” said ASCE President Marsha Anderson Bomar, Ph.D., AICP, ENV SP, H.ITE, NAE, F.ASCE. “I look forward to honoring and celebrating the accomplishments and achievements of the 2026 class of Distinguished Members when they are formally inducted at ASCE’s OPAL Awards Gala this fall.”

