September 13, 2026
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Academy of Distinguished Alumni welcomed five new inductees and announced 10 scholarship recipients on Sept. 11.
Five Mizzou Engineers were inducted to the Civil and Environmental Engineering Academy of Distinguished Alumni at a ceremony Sept. 11.
CEADA has honored outstanding graduates and distinguished friends of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering since 1998. Election to the Academy recognizes outstanding achievement, excellence and leadership in engineering and civic affairs.
“These five individuals’ achievements and leadership highlight the profound and lasting impact of civil and environmental engineering,” department chair Praveen Edara said. “Their dedication, guidance and example inspire our students and strengthen our future.”
Brandon Campbell, BSCiE ’05, MPA ’10
Campbell serves as mobility director for the City of Tampa, Florida, where he leads transportation, stormwater and parking programs that support one of the state’s fastest-growing cities. He oversees a multidisciplinary team of nearly 400 professionals responsible for planning, designing, constructing and operating critical public infrastructure.
Campbell is a licensed professional engineer in Missouri and Florida and holds certifications as a professional traffic operations engineer and road safety professional. He also serves on national transportation certification and local community boards.
Matthew Eatherton, BSCiE ’97, MSCiE ’99
Eatherton is the Montague-Betts Professor of Structural Steel Design in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech. His research focuses on improving the performance and resilience of structural systems, including seismic design, steel moment frame connections, diaphragms and floor systems.
He is an active contributor to the American Institute of Steel Construction, serving on the AISC Manuals Committee and multiple technical committees. His contributions to engineering education and research have earned national recognition, including an NSF CAREER Award and multiple AISC honors, most recently Special Achievement Awards in 2024 and 2026.
David Hanigan, BSCiE ’09, MSCiE ’11
Hanigan is Associate Professor, Associate Chair for Undergraduate Affairs and Program Director of Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno. He has established a nationally recognized research program focused on water reuse, environmental chemistry and reducing the environmental impacts of anthropogenic contaminants.
Throughout his academic career, Hanigan has secured competitive research funding from organizations including the National Science Foundation, USDA, SERDP, and the Water Research Foundation. His scholarship includes approximately 60 peer-reviewed publications that have advanced understanding in environmental engineering and water quality.
Daniel Roeger, BSCIE ’10
Roeger began his professional career in consulting before joining the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) in 2013. At MoDOT, Roeger has managed and administered major transportation construction projects across the state, including the innovative Columbia I-70 Bridges Design-Build project.
Throughout his career, Roeger has demonstrated a commitment to delivering safe, reliable transportation infrastructure while supporting economic growth and quality of life in Missouri communities. His work continues to play a significant role in maintaining and improving the state’s transportation network.
Seth Scheilz, BSCiE ’10
Scheilz combines technical expertise with leadership in both engineering practice and professional service. He is a board-certified geotechnical engineer and senior geotechnical engineer with Braun Intertec in Kansas City, where he serves as the company’s in situ testing lead.
Licensed in 10 states, Scheilz has led or contributed to major infrastructure projects across the Midwest in the transportation, education, power, and water sectors. An active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Geo-Institute, he has held numerous regional and national leadership positions.
Scholarships
CEADA also awarded scholarships to 10 outstanding civil and environmental engineering students: Emily Chadwick, Madisyn Kenworthy, Amelia Kidd, Andrew Knott, Jessica Metzler, John Renken, Jokiah Sewell, Daniela Barbosa Surmay, Eric Thairu and Jacob Tipton.
“These future engineers bring passion, talent and a strong commitment to making a difference here in Missouri and across the globe,” Edara said.