Dam Model Competition
The Dam Model Competition calls for university student groups, student branches of professional organizations, K-12 classes, or other students interested in dam safety to construct a dam model (tabletop size) based on the criteria discussed below and come up with a plan on how to best use the model to educate the public on dam safety. The Dam Model Competition is organized by the Committee on Education Outreach and funded by the Bruce Tschantz Memorial Fund.
Winners will be selected from both the K-12 and Collegiate divisions.
Each winner will receive funding to build their dam model (up to $500), a $1,000 honorarium, an invitation to present the model at an upcoming ASDSO conference, and a travel stipend of $1,500 to attend the ASDSO conference.
The 2025 Dam Model Competition deadline has been extended until February 4, 2025. Help us promote the competition within your school or organization by downloading the Dam Model Competition flyer!
Student Paper Competition
Each year, ASDSO invites students to enter the Student Paper Competition, open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees at U.S. universities or colleges.
Topics may include traditional areas of design engineering, structural and geotechnical analysis, hydrology, hydraulics, construction, risk management and hazard mitigation, emergency action planning, dam security, and policy. In addition, case studies, emerging and innovative technologies, and senior capstone projects are encouraged.
Each winning paper will receive a $2,000 prize and a travel stipend (up to $1,000) to attend the Dam Safety conference. Winning papers will be published in the annual conference proceedings and be presented in a poster-lighting talk presentation at the upcoming Dam Safety Conference. Other selected entries may be invited to participate in the Dam Safety Conference Poster & Lightning Talk Forum. Conference registration fees will be waived for all participating students enrolled in colleges or universities in the U.S. who present a valid student ID
The 2025 Student Paper Competition deadline to enter is February 28, 2025. Help us promote the competition within your school or organization by downloading the Student Paper Competition flyer!
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
ASDSO's Dam Safety Scholarship Program was established in 1992, recognizing that one of the keys to achieving the association's goals is the development of well-trained technical persons. Through the program, ASDSO annually awards a scholarship to at least one undergraduate junior or senior who has demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career related to dam design, construction, and operation and is studying in a related field.
The deadline to submit your application for the 2025-2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Program is March 31, 2025.
Want to learn more about student opportunities with ASDSO when they become available? Complete our student opportunities interest form to learn more.
Help us promote the ASDSO Student Competitions within your school or organization by downloading the Student Competitions flyer!
