Annual ASHE NJ Student Competition

Annual ASHE NJ STUDENT COMPETITION

The American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE) - New Jersey sections are proud to present the 2nd Annual Student Competition. This event provides an opportunity for the next generation of engineering students to engage with real-world civil engineering concepts while applying and strengthening their innovative thinking and technical skills. Participating student teams will analyze an actual Civil Engineering Concept Development Report, develop a Preliminary Engineering and Technical Proposal, and deliver an in-person presentation to industry professionals. 

Competition Teams

Rowan University

      Mentor: Justin DiBiase, Urban Engineers

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)

     Mentor: Steve Alpert, HNTB 

Mercer County Community College (MCCC)

     Mentor: Derek Franz, Parsons 

Schedule

The following schedule is a tentative overview for the morning and may not reflect the exact timing of each activity.

9:00 AM – Breakfast & Networking

9:30 AM - Team Huddles

10:15 AM - Presentation #1

10:45 AM - Presentation #2

11:15 AM - Presentation #3

11:45 - Judge Deliberation

12:15 - Awards & Closing Remarks

1:00 PM - Program Conclusion

This event is completely FREE, and we truly hope you’ll RSVP and join us!

Come experience the incredible hard work the students have put in, see their innovative ideas come to life, and network with rising stars who are shaping the future of engineering. Your presence will mean so much to them—and to us!

A message of thank you to our host...

Thank you so much for generously opening your incredible space for our student competition! Your support didn’t just provide a venue—it created an inspiring, unforgettable environment where students could experience firsthand the place where true engineering magic happens. Innovation thrives in spaces like yours, where curiosity, problem‑solving, and bold ideas come together. Your willingness to support and invest in these students embodies that spirit of forward‑thinking engineering.

You played a major role in making this event a tremendous success, and we are beyond grateful. Your partnership and commitment to empowering the next generation mean the world to us. Thank you for helping us bring this experience to life in such an extraordinary way!

Sponsor this event!

For information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Juliana Leone at juliana.leone@fpaengineers.com.

Need Registration Help?

Email sara.irick@fpaengineers.com