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AISC Seeks Nominations for Industry, Designer and Educator Awards
The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) is now accepting nominations for its 2025 awards that honor outstanding industry professionals and designers. Each year, AISC presents Lifetime and Special Achievement Awards to exceptional industry professionals, designers, and educators. The 2025 winners will receive special recognition before the whole industry at NASCC: The Steel Conference in Louisville, Ky., April 2-4, 2025.
Industry Awards
Industry Awards recognize individual members of the structural steel industry (fabricators, erectors, etc.) who have made a difference in the success of the structural steel industry.
Awards within this category are:
- The Robert P. Stupp Award for Leadership Excellence
- Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Special Achievement Awards
Designer Awards
Designer Awards recognize individual designers (architects, structural engineers, etc.) who have made a difference in the success of the structural steel industry.
Awards within this category are:
- The J. Lloyd Kimbrough Award
- Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Special Achievement Awards
Educator Awards
Educator Awards recognize individual educators (such as professors) who have contributed to the success of the U.S. fabricated structural steel industry through research, teaching, and/or a lifetime of outstanding service.
Awards within this category are:
- The Haaijer Award for Excellence in Education
- Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Special Achievement Awards
- Terry Peshia Early Career Faculty Awards
Submit a Nomination
Nominations are due by July 15, 2024.
To submit a nomination for one or more of these awards, please use the following link.
Events
Steel Bridges – Beyond the Textbook: On-Demand Learning Program
This free six-part on-demand webinar series, Steel Bridges Beyond the Textbook, delivers practical insights on real-world steel bridge design, construction, and preservation. Featuring case studies, design tools, and industry expertise, the series focuses on proven solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance long-term bridge performance.
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Free 4-Part Quarterly Webinar Series: Steel Bridge Playbook (Next Webinar, Sept. 10)
This free, four-part quarterly webinar series delivers expert insights on steel bridge design, preservation, and innovation. Explore essential design resources, corrosion protection through galvanizing, accelerated construction methods, and real-world case studies to gain practical guidance for every steel bridge project. Sponsored by SSSBA and AGA. This course is accredited by AIA and RCEP to provide 1.0 LU/PDH (HSW Hours).
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SSSBA to Sponsor Two Educational Sessions at the 2026 International Bridge Conference (June 15-17)
The SSSBA will participate in two educational sessions at the 2026 International Bridge Conference, taking place at the National Harbor, Maryland. Attendees will learn how tools such as eBEAM140, eSPAN140, LRFD Simon and AISC/NSBA Standard Plans can help streamline steel bridge design, improve decision-making and enhance project efficiency.
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Infrastructure Week 2026: How Steel Bridges Maximize Transportation Investment (May 20)
Join the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance, American Iron and Steel Institute and the American Galvanizers Association during Infrastructure Week 2026 for a free webinar exploring how resilient design strategies can help maximize the long-term impact of federal infrastructure investment. 1.0 LU/PDH (HSW Hour) provided.
Events
Free Live Lecture: Steel Bridges – Smarter by the Numbers (May 14 – Portland, OR)
Attend a free Lunch & Learn exploring how data-driven comparisons between steel and concrete can support smarter bridge design, cost and lifecycle decisions. Hosted by SSSBA member Fought & Company and led by Dr. Michael G. Barker, the session will highlight how broader evaluation criteria can improve project outcomes.
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Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance Semi-Annual Meeting (Oct. 12-14, 2026 – Omaha, NE)
SSSBA members are invited to attend the next Semi-Annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska to discuss the latest research, technical advancements and educational initiatives in steel bridge design and construction. This meeting will be co-located with the National Association of County Engineers (NACE) Executive Committee and Board meetings.