The SEI Graduate Chapter at the University of New Haven is a shining example of how student passion, combined with support from the SEI Futures Fund, can create real impact. With just $500 in funding, this student group has brought professional engineers and future structural engineers together—building skills, confidence, and lasting connections that prepare members for successful careers.
Their activities—from weekly FE exam prep sessions that foster collaboration and confidence, to guest speaker events featuring industry leaders, and even the construction of a detailed model of the iconic Q Bridge—showcase how students can turn knowledge into action. Each project strengthens their ties to the structural engineering community and deepens their engagement with SEI and ASCE.
This chapter’s journey demonstrates how the SEI Futures Fund empowers students to take ownership of their professional growth and helps them bridge the gap from classroom to career. It’s proof that even modest resources can spark meaningful change.
For students and professionals alike, supporting the SEI Futures Fund means investing directly in the future leaders of structural engineering. The University of New Haven chapter’s success is an inspiring call to get involved—whether by starting a chapter, participating in events, or contributing to this vital fund.
