Legacy of Excellence: ISR Professor Wins Coveted Recognition

Legacy of Excellence: ISR Professor Wins Coveted Recognition

Legacy of Excellence: ISR Professor Wins Coveted Recognition


Professor Bilal M. Ayyub, Civil and Environmental Engineering and ISR affiliate, has been awarded the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Outstanding Projects and Leaders (OPAL) Award in education by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). This distinguished honor recognizes Dr. Ayyub’s exemplary leadership, profound impact on civil engineering education, and dedication to advancing the field.

The OPAL Award stands as one of ASCE’s highest accolades, celebrating individuals who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the civil engineering profession through innovation, leadership, and a sustained commitment to excellence. Dr. Ayyub’s recognition highlights his decades-long dedication to education, research, and practice in risk analysis, decision analysis, and systems engineering.

“I am deeply humbled by this honor from ASCE,” Dr. Ayyub said. “My long-standing affiliation with the University of Maryland is something I deeply value and cherish, and I am grateful to share this recognition with the ISR community.”

In honor of this milestone, ASCE produced a feature video spotlighting Dr. Ayyub’s remarkable career, emphasizing his transformative research, commitment to mentoring future engineers, and his influential role in raising educational standards. The video highlights his contributions not only to the University of Maryland but also to the global civil engineering community.

To watch Dr. Ayyub’s feature video and learn more about the 2024 OPAL Award winners, visit the official ASCE announcement

About Dr. Bilal M. Ayyub

Dr. Ayyub is internationally recognized for his expertise in risk, uncertainty, and decision analysis in civil and infrastructure systems. Throughout his prolific career, he has authored numerous publications, held leadership positions in professional societies, and mentored countless students and young professionals. His pioneering work has significantly advanced the fields of systems engineering and risk analysis, solidifying his reputation as a leader, innovator, and role model in civil engineering education.

The ISR community extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. Ayyub on this well-deserved honor, celebrating his enduring contributions to education and the engineering profession.

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