LSU's Marwa Hassan Elected to National Academy of Construction
June 04, 2026
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Marwa Hassan, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in LSU’s College of Engineering, has been elected to the National Academy of Construction (NAC) Class of 2026, one of the highest professional honors in the construction industry.
Founded in 1999, the National Academy of Construction recognizes industry leaders who have made outstanding, lifelong contributions to the advancement of construction through innovation, leadership, education, technology, safety, and industry service. Election to the Academy is reserved for individuals whose achievements have significantly improved the effectiveness of the construction industry and who are recognized by their peers as leaders in their field.
Hassan was selected for her groundbreaking work as an academic leader and researcher focused on sustainable infrastructure materials, life-cycle assessment, and sustainable construction practices. The Academy specifically cited her pioneering efforts to educate future construction professionals and advance sustainable approaches to infrastructure development.
"Being elected to the National Academy of Construction is a tremendous honor," Hassan said. "I am grateful to my colleagues and peers for this recognition and proud to represent LSU and the College of Engineering. This honor reflects the dedication of the many students, faculty, researchers, and industry partners who have contributed to our work advancing sustainable infrastructure and construction education."
Hassan serves as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the LSU College of Engineering, CETF Distinguished Professor, Jacobs Professor of Excellence, and Director of the Tran-SET Regional University Transportation Center. Since joining LSU in 2007, she has established an internationally recognized research program focused on advanced sustainable materials, nanotechnology applications in construction, life-cycle assessment, building energy performance, solar engineering integration, and construction simulation.
"I am grateful to my colleagues and peers for this recognition and proud to represent LSU and the College of Engineering. This honor reflects the dedication of the many students, faculty, researchers, and industry partners who have contributed to our work advancing sustainable infrastructure and construction education."
Marwa Hassan
“This well-deserved national recognition not only honors Dr. Hassan’s outstanding contributions but also highlights the excellence of our faculty and the impact of the School of Construction on the construction industry,” said LSU Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management Chair Charles Berryman.
Hassan’s research has helped advance the understanding and implementation of sustainable construction materials and practices while preparing future engineers and construction professionals to address emerging infrastructure challenges.
"Dr. Hassan's election to the National Academy of Construction reflects her exceptional contributions to research, education, and leadership," said Vicki Colvin, dean of the LSU College of Engineering. "Her work combines rigor with relevance reflecting the great tradition of multidisciplinary scholarship, and we are proud to see her recognized at the national level."
“Those who have had the opportunity to work with Dr. Hassan know the passion, expertise and dedication she brings to everything she does,” said Josh Rounds, Vice President, Project Controls/Project Services, Performance Contractors, Inc. “Through her leadership, research, commitment to education, and ability to foster meaningful collaboration between academia and industry, she has made a lasting impact on the construction industry. This recognition is a fitting tribute to her many contributions and the positive effect she continues to have across our industry.”
The NAC Class of 2026 includes 45 newly elected members from across the United States representing construction users, constructors, engineers, architects, consultants, attorneys, sureties, editors, and academics. Members are elected by their peers following a rigorous nomination and review process.
Hassan and the other members of the Class of 2026 will be formally inducted during the National Academy of Construction Annual Meeting on Sept. 25, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
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