Student Chapters

Preparing the Next Design-Build Generation




DBIA knows how to deliver higher quality outcomes. That's why we're working with colleges and universities to teach the next generation how to construct a better tomorrow with Design-Build Done Right®.


The DBIA Florida Region supports these efforts by providing scholarships and supporting student chapters. Shape your future by joining a DBIA student chapter. We bring students together and give them access to industry leaders and the design-build network. 



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Tommy Rawls Scholarship Applications Are Now Being Accepted



Student Chapters

The DBIA Florida Region currently has three active student chapters listed below. These chapters are dedicated to promoting widespread and successful utilization of the design-build project delivery method in shaping the built environment. To accomplish this goal, they are committed to fostering interdisciplinary education and communication in integrated facilities delivery at the university level. 



Seminole State College of Florida
Faculty Advisor -
Tan Qu, Ph.D., PE, LEED AP 
qut@seminolestate.edu

University of Florida
Faculty Advisor
Russell Walters, Ph.D., PE
rwalters@ufl.edu

University of North Florida
Faculty Advisor
Craig Hargis, Ph.D.
craig.hargis@unf.edu



University of South Florida
Faculty Advisor
Thomas Cross, PE
Tom.Cross@freese.com


Florida Gulf Coast University
Faculty Advisor
Anh Chau
achau@fgcu.edu