Michigan Tech hosts engineering challenge
"It's an exciting honor to host the regional competition this year, especially since Michigan Tech initiated the Steel Bridge competition in 1987," said Connor Tokie, MTU civil and environmental engineering senior and co-captain of the Steel Bridge team.
What’s happening: Michigan Technological University is hosting the Eastern Great Lakes American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Symposium April 10-12, bringing student teams from 16 universities to compete in hands-on civil and environmental engineering challenges.
Background: Michigan Tech has a long history with ASCE competitions, including helping to launch the Steel Bridge program in 1987. MTU’s teams consistently rank in the top 10 nationally, and Timber Strong set a national record in 2024.
Public events: The following events are open to the public:
Friday, April 11
- Concrete Canoe Races – 12–5 p.m., Ray Kestner Waterfront Park
- Timber Strong Competition – 12–5 p.m., Gates Tennis Center
Saturday, April 12
- Steel Bridge Competition – 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Gates Tennis Center
- Concrete Novelty Display (Hockey Sticks) – 1–3 p.m., outside Gates Tennis Center
What they’re saying: “It’s an exciting honor to host the regional competition this year, especially since Michigan Tech initiated the Steel Bridge competition in 1987,” said Connor Tokie, MTU civil and environmental engineering senior and co-captain of the Steel Bridge team. “We take a lot of pride in that and we’re excited to have other schools up here.”
Information: Full schedule and more information can be found on the EGL ASCE Student Symposium website.
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