Dam Safety Scholarship Program
ASDSO's Dam Safety Scholarship Program was established in 1992, recognizing that one of the keys to achieving the association's goals is the development of well-trained technical persons. Through the program, ASDSO annually awards a scholarship to at least one undergraduate junior or senior who has demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career related to dam design, construction, and operation and is studying in a related field.
As of 2025, ASDSO has awarded more than 50 scholarships totaling more than $280,000.
View History of Scholarship Recipients
The window to submit applications for the 2026-2027 Undergraduate Scholarship will open in early 2026. Information will be available on this page.
2025-2026 Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship
Madi Pollei
Brigham Young University
Madi is a senior at Brigham Young University (BYU) and is passionate about advancing dam safety and resilient water infrastructure. She has completed two summer internships in hydrology and hydraulics at Gannett Fleming (now GFT Infrastructure, Inc.), gaining practical experience in dam design and water resource engineering. She also serves as the acting president of Women in Civil Engineering and vice president of Engineers in Business at BYU, reflecting her commitment to leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration.
