Thomas Wolff

Thomas F. Wolff is Associate Dean Emeritus at Michigan State University, having retired in 2016 after 30 years as a faculty member in civil and environmental engineering.123 During his tenure, he also served as the Associate Dean for Engineering Undergraduate Studies for 17 years and as the interim chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering for one year.2

Background and Education::

• Wolff has a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Purdue University, an MS in Civil Engineering from Oklahoma State University, and a BS in Civil Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology. He also has previous engineering studies from Saint Louis Community College.
• He is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in geotechnical engineering, specifically in the design of dams, levees, and water resource projects.1
• His specialties lie in geotechnical engineering, reliability analysis in civil engineering, and engineering education.

Career and Activities::

• Before his time at Michigan State University, Wolff was a Geotechnical Engineer at the US Army Corps of Engineers.
• He was the Past President of the Chi Epsilon National Civil Engineering Honor Society.
• Wolff was also the Senior Associate to the Dean of Engineering at Michigan State University and Interim Director at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Engineering Residential Experience at Michigan State University.
• He has a solid consulting background as a Consultant in his own business.
• Thomas F. Wolff College of Engineering Undergraduate Student Activities Endowed Fund supports initiatives directly related to undergraduate co-curricular activities for students pursuing engineering degrees, such as undergraduate research conferences, conventions, and student team competitions.24