This award is given on the basis of how well the individual  a) fairly covers all sides of the civil engineering project or issue; b) accurately describes the civil engineering project or issue; c) effectively explains how the project or outcome of the issue benefits the company or region; d) clearly shows the civil engineer’s role; e) includes the most knowledgeable civil engineering experts; and f) advances public knowledge and understanding of civil engineers, issues, and the profession. Only reporters from general (nontrade) publications are eligible.  The publications must be national, regional or local. News stories must be published a) in English; and b) primarily in North America. If a story is co-authored, at least one writer must be a fulltime journalist. Nomination Information: Please include a copy of the article(s). Describe the nominee’s contributions to the civil engineering profession or the understanding of the importance of civil engineering infrastructure and related issues through journalism. Provide any other information regarding the nominee to be considered for this award.