CCEE Alumni Groups

We have two CCEE alumni groups to support networking, mentoring current students, award nominations, and social events. Below, find out which group is right for you below, and contact Alumni Outreach Specialist Linda Dainty at lkdainty@iastate.edu if you have any questions.

CCEE Reunion 2026

Celebrate with us at this year’s CCEE Reunion! Come back to Town Engineering and reconnect with classmates, faculty, and friends in a relaxed, open house-style setting.

Date: October 2, 2026 (Homecoming Weekend)
Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
Location: Town Engineering

Bring your family and enjoy food trucks, beer, wine, and mocktails in a welcoming, casual atmosphere.

REGISTRATION FORM COMING SOON!

Questions? Contact lkdainty@iastate.edu. 

About CCEE CORE

The CCEE CORE alumni group (CCEE, Outreach, Relationships, Engagement), for those who have graduated over ten years ago, is dedicated to fostering meaningful connections among recent graduates, supporting current students, and strengthening the CCEE community. Through mentorship, networking, event participation, and financial support, CORE members play vital roles in advancing the department’s mission. Engagement is flexible to fit your schedule and interests, with the shared goal of making a positive impact on both alumni and students alike.

Interested in joining the CORE? Contact lkdainty@iastate.edu. 

About CCEE GOLD

CCEE GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) include any young professionals that wish to stay connected with the CCEE department and other alumni in the Des Moines metro area. GOLD provides opportunities to recruit, network, advocate and raise awareness for the department and engineering professions through: 

• Department events 

• Alumni and industry panels 

• Classroom presentations 

• Career Fair prep sessions 

• Awards banquets 

• Advisory councils 

General GOLD Members

Interested in attending events as a general member? Check the “Upcoming Events” section and sign up for any event that fits your schedule.

If you’d like to be on our regular email list, fill out this form. New general members will receive a free t-shirt!

GOLD Planning Committee

Committee members assist in the planning of department alumni events, particularly in the Des Moines metro, for all civil, construction and environmental engineering alumni and friends. The committee meets once a month to discuss and organize future events including: 

• Annual Bike Ride 

• Zoo Brew 

• Homecoming Tailgate 

• Professional development talks 

• and more! 

Interested in joining the planning committee? Contact cceegold@iastate.edu.