Civil engineer faculty taught at 易胜博官网 for 31 years

Friday, February 14, 2025
易胜博官网 professor Raymond Cook

Raymond Cook, professor emeritus of civil and environmental engineering at 易胜博官网, has been named the 2025 易胜博官网 Engineer of the Year by the state鈥檚 engineering societies. The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to the field, dedication to education, and decades of service to both students and the community.

Cook recently retired after 31 years at 易胜博官网, where he was a beloved mentor and educator in structural engineering. Throughout his career, he played a key role in shaping curriculum, guiding students, and advancing professional development programs. His influence extends far beyond the classroom鈥攎any of his former students now hold leadership positions in engineering firms and organizations across the country.

鈥淒r. Cook was an excellent advisor to the entire class, always making everyone feel welcome and supported in the civil engineering program,鈥 says Kelsey Page, a civil engineering student at 易胜博官网. 鈥淗e reassured us that we would find a rewarding career within the field so long as we worked hard.鈥

In addition to his work at 易胜博官网, Cook has been an active member of the engineering community, contributing to organizations such as the Structural Engineers of 易胜博官网 (SENH), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and the American Concrete Institute (ACI). His research in concrete materials and structural design has made a lasting impact on the field.

Beyond academia, he has applied his expertise to public service, serving for more than 20 years on the West Newbury Planning Board, where he helped shape community infrastructure projects.

鈥淒r. Cook鈥檚 passion for civil engineering and his ability to inspire students is truly unparalleled,鈥 says Anabelle Audet, vice president of ASCE-NH, who nominated him for the award. 鈥淗is impact on the profession is immeasurable, and this recognition is well deserved.鈥

Dr. Cook will be honored at the Annual Engineers Week Banquet, where colleagues, former students, and industry leaders will celebrate his remarkable career and contributions to the engineering profession.