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Unprecedented flooding devastated parts of Eastern Kentucky in July 2022, including Hindman in Knott County. UK researchers want to be better prepared for flooding. Hilary Brown | UK Photo

UK leads study focusing on flash flooding in Appalachia, preparation, prevention

A group of UK researchers are partners on the four-year project, “The Flooding in Appalachian Streams and Headwaters Initiative: Mitigating impacts of climate change and flash flooding in Appalachia," which aims to better understand and be better prepared for future flooding events. 

Ariel Robinson presenting at Kentucky Water Resources Annual Symposium

Ph.D. candidate gives outstanding performance at annual symposium

Ariel Robinson, Ph.D. candidate in the University of Kentucky Department of Civil Engineering, was honored with the award for most outstanding platform presenter at the Kentucky Water Resources Institute Annual Symposium. 

8 faculty and 8 graduate students named Lighthouse Beacon Foundation Scholars

Established in 2024, the Lighthouse Beacon Foundation Endowment supports faculty, research, graduate students, facilities and research infrastructure in the Pigman College of Engineering. In its inaugural year, the endowment has made $160,000 in funds available for distribution, with a priority on faculty and research scholar support.

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Ariel Robinson

My name is Ariel Robinson and I'm a PhD student here in the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering in the Department of Civil Engineering.


Civil Engineering

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Patty Dunaway, P.E.

Patty is currently the Vice President/Office Executive for the Louisville Office of Michael Baker International.


Civil Engineering

Alumni

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Logan Clark, P.E.

Logan is currently a professional engineer for Michael Baker International.


Civil Engineering

Alumni