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Jeffery S. Volz holds the title of Associate Dean for Partnerships and is a Lloyd G. and Joyce Austin Presidential Professor at the University of Oklahoma's Gallogly College of Engineering. He is affiliated with the School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science (CEES), where he previously served as associate director for undergraduate studies and director of the Donald G. Fears Structural Engineering Laboratory. His academic journey includes roles in industry for 16 years at firms like Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, and the Portland Cement Association.
Education:
- PhD, Civil Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
- MS, Architectural Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
- BAE, Architectural Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
Research Focus: Volz's work centers on structural engineering and material science, emphasizing resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Key areas include UHPC applications, bridge column reinforcement, and recycled material utilization in concrete. His research has been funded by NSF, DoD, FHWA, and industry partners like Ameren Corporation and Dolese.
Grants & Projects: Over 20 grants since 2013, including studies on UHPC link slabs, FRP bridge decks, and high-volume recycled materials in pavements. He has led projects addressing bridge-pavement interaction, in-stream structure erosion effects, and corrosion-resistant concrete formulations.
Labs & Teams: Director of the Donald G. Fears Structural Engineering Laboratory. Advises ASCE student chapters and competition teams (Concrete Canoe, Steel Bridge).
