Matthew Hebdon

Matthew Hebdon, Ph.D., P.E., is an Associate Professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Utah State University (USU). He previously served at the University of Texas at Austin and Virginia Tech. His expertise spans structural engineering, with a focus on infrastructure longevity and steel behavior. He holds a PhD from Purdue University (2015) and BS/MS degrees from USU (2005).

Education:

• PhD, Civil Engineering, Purdue University, 2015
• BS & MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Utah State University, 2005

Research Focus: Repair/rehabilitation of bridges, corrosion behavior of steels, structural testing methodologies, and historical fabrication techniques. Active in AASHTO, AISC, AISI, AREMA, and TRB committees.

Recent Awards:

• 2022: J. Hugh and Betty Liedtke Centennial Fellowship
• 2020: Virginia Tech Alumni Teaching Excellence Award
• 2019: Robert J. Dexter Memorial Award (AISI)
• 2019: Early Career Faculty Award (AISC)

Professional Background: Worked as a structural engineer at Sargent Engineers, Inc. (2005–2010). Engaged in teaching and graduate mentorship at multiple institutions.