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Civil Engineering

Richard E. Bartoskewitz
Senior Academic Advisor

What that really means:
Civil engineering is a diverse engineering profession. Traditional areas of expertise are: coastal and ocean engineering; construction engineering and management; environmental engineering; geotechnical engineering; structures; transportation; water resources. Each one offers unique problems, challenges and opportunities. My responsibility is to answer your questions about our civil engineering program with emphasis on academics, and to give you an "in a nutshell" explanation of what is encompassed within the various specialties and areas of expertise. If you are seeking information about admissions, financial aid, housing, etc, you should contact the various offices on campus who are experts in those specific areas.

Best advice for prospective students:
Apply early. Undergraduate admission is not handled by the engineering program, but is administered and handled through the Office of Admissions and Records. Their process is a complex "rolling" type of admission process, a kind of “first come, first served” system. The Dwight Look College of Engineering fills up quickly and we do not want you to miss out.

Also, complete the FAFSA form as soon as possible. It is long and requires gathering a lot of records. Some students have said that it did not seem worth the effort, but you cannot qualify for financial aid without it. There are several ways for Texas A&M to help you finance your education. The student financial aid office on campus is your best resource for information and assistance. Without the FAFSA form their options are limited.

Favorite Aggie tradition:
Reveille and Aggie Muster

Must-see on campus:
The "Old Systems Administration" building, viewed from the main entrance to Texas A&M at the intersection of Texas Ave. and New (East) Main Drive. It is the most impressive view on campus.

The “engineering quadrant,” of course! But also do not miss the Visitor’s Center in Rudder Tower. There are great videos about Texas A&M to watch, and you can sign up for a student-guided tour. It is centrally located, so walking to the fountain in the courtyard between Rudder Tower and the Memorial Student Center, Kyle Field, the Arches and the "Quad" in the Corps dorms area, the Sanders Corps Center (a museum of Corps history and memorabilia), the Clayton W. Williams Jr., Alumni Center, home of the Association of Former Students –– just about any place on the main campus –– is easy and will give you a quick idea of how friendly everyone is on campus.

Little-known fact about me:
I've been happily married to the same woman for 43 years. I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with our two grandchildren. I love Czech polkas and waltzes, even though I cannot dance.

How to get in touch with me:
E-mail: richard@civil.tamu.edu
Phone: 979-845-2484