February 2026 SEAOSD President's Report
SEAOSD President’s Message – Student Night 2026
A bridge is one of the most recognizable symbols of our profession—an elegant structure that connects people, places, and possibilities. In many ways, Student Night is our bridge, linking students to practicing engineers, academic achievement to professional opportunity, and the future of structural engineering to the strength of our community.
It is my pleasure to invite you to one of the most anticipated events on the SEAOSD calendar—Student Night 2026. Each year, this gathering reminds us why our field continues to grow, innovate, and inspire: the passion and promise of the next generation of structural engineers.
This year, we are honored to welcome Ashraf Habibullah, Founder and CEO of Computers and Structures, Inc. (CSI), as our keynote speaker. Ashraf’s impact on our profession is extraordinary. Through industry defining software such as SAP2000 and ETABS, he has transformed how engineers' model, analyze, and design structures worldwide. His election to the National Academy of Engineering in 2024 stands as a significant recognition of his leadership and lasting contributions to the built environment. We are excited to have him share his insights with our community.
Student Night also provides an important opportunity to highlight excellence across our region’s academic programs. SEAOSD will proudly award student scholarships to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, leadership, and dedication to the structural engineering profession. These students represent the future of our field, and we are honored to support their continued growth.
Additionally, all three 2025 SEE Excellence Award Winners will present their award-winning projects. Their work reflects the innovation, creativity, and technical acumen emerging from our community, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements.
We hope you will join us for this memorable celebration of achievement and the bright future of our profession.
A Call for Sponsorship Support
The success of Student Night depends on the generosity and commitment of our engineering community. Sponsorships are essential to funding student scholarships, supporting engagement opportunities, and ensuring this event continues to make a meaningful impact each year.
If you or your firm are able, we encourage you to consider becoming a sponsor of Student Night 2026. Your support directly helps students take their next steps across that “bridge” toward a vibrant and successful career in structural engineering.
Details on sponsorship tiers and benefits are available at the following link.
Jeremy T. Callister
SEAOSD President 2025-2026