Ep 25 - Engineering Greatness with Maria Juenger + Megan Voss-Warner

In this episode, Maria Juenger, Professor at The University of Texas at Austin and current president of ACI, joins Megan Voss-Warner, PhD, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Evansville, to share their personal paths into the world of civil engineering. Megan reflects on her journey from studying chemistry to discovering a passion for materials science and civil engineering, while Maria shares how an early love for math and science shaped her career. Together, they discuss how awareness of engineering careers has evolved over time, their active roles within the American Concrete Institute (ACI), and how student competitions help spark interest and engagement in the field. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing research and teaching, offers career advice for young engineers, and highlights the vital role of mentorship and professional communities like ACI in shaping successful careers.

Check out the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/fTRRWJcwkR0

Engineering Greatness is produced by Association Briefings.