Upcoming Events:

Rachel Davidson Inaugural Lecture

April 9, 2025 @ 4pm

Donald C. Phillips Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Rachel Davidson will explore an interdisciplinary, systems-based approach to understanding and managing the risks posed by hurricanes, earthquakes, and fires. Through real-world examples, she will highlight innovative strategies for improving hurricane evacuations, minimizing utility disruptions, and informing regional disaster policies—offering both challenges and reasons for optimism.