The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is a public research university with multiple campuses throughout the Rio Grande Valley region of Texas. It is the southernmost member of the University of Texas System. UTRGV was created by the Texas Legislature in 2013 after the consolidation of the University of Texas at Brownsville/Texas Southmost College and the University of Texas Pan American.
The Civil and Environmental Engineering department at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX, USA, provides a comprehensive and applied education centered on developing sustainable and resilient infrastructure. Students delve into core areas such as structural design, transportation systems, water resource management, and environmental protection, gaining practical skills through hands-on research and real-world project engagement. The program fosters strong connections with industry and the community, preparing graduates for diverse professional roles and advanced academic pursuits. With the undergraduate program accredited by ABET, the department is committed to producing engineers equipped to address complex challenges with professionalism and ethical responsibility, contributing to infrastructure improvements locally and globally.
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