معرفی
Kimberly Kramer is a Professor and G.E. Johnson Construction Science Chair at Kansas State University’s Department of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science within the College of Engineering. With a B.S. (1989), M.E. (1999), and Ph.D. (2020) from K-State and UT Arlington, her expertise spans structural engineering, concrete systems, and sustainable construction. She has held licenses in multiple states and co-owns KDK Engineering, LLC, focusing on structural consulting.
Educational Background:
- B.S. in Architectural Engineering, Kansas State University (1989)
- M.E. in Civil Engineering (Structures & Applied Mechanics), University of Texas at Arlington (1999)
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Kansas State University (2020)
Research Interests:
Her work focuses on slender reinforced concrete systems, structural rehabilitation, FRP composite strengthening, and sustainable materials. She collaborates with graduate and undergraduate researchers, having advised 65 graduate students and 20 undergraduate projects.
Awards & Recognition:
- 2025: American Society of Civil Engineering’s Outstanding AE Educator Award
- 2022: ACI Education Award & Teaching Excellence Awards
- 2015: Elected ACI Fellow
Advising & Grants:
Directed K-State’s AE graduate program (2006–2022) and advised student teams (ACI/SEAKM) achieving top 3 placements 6 times in a decade. Active in professional organizations including ACI, serving on national committees like the Education Activity Committee and Tilt-up Concrete Construction.
Professional Involvement:
Appointed to Kansas’ State Board of Technical Professionals (2019) and promotes structural engineering advocacy through teaching and industry partnerships.
