Architectural Engineering

Susie See (ArchEngr'87)

miwi9607 — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:08:52 +0000

Susie See (ArchEngr'87) miwi9607 Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:08

Susie See 2026 Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award Recipient

2026 Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award recipient

Susie is President, a Principal, and Electrical Engineering Lead at MEYERS + ENGINEERS in San Francisco. With more than 30 years of experience, Susie leads and manages high-performing, multi-discipline design teams on the most challenging projects. Susie's leadership and expertise in engineering and project management have been instrumental in delivering excellence in client service and technical design for a wide variety of project types. Her extensive experience includes highly sustainable design with multiple projects achieving LEED Platinum certification. Her passion for great design and collaboration is evident in her work with clients and design teams to create innovative solutions that enhance flexibility and performance.

Susie received her BS degree in Architectural Engineering from �鶹��Ѱ��. Her career began at Flack + Kurtz, later acquired by WSP, where she contributed to a wide range of projects across the United States and internationally. She joined MEYERS+ ENGINEERS in 2015 as a Principal and was appointed President and CEO in 2023. In addition to her professional leadership, Susie is a passionate advocate for thoughtful design, mentorship, and inclusion in the engineering profession. Susie was named one of the San Francisco Business Times Women of Influence in 2021. This recognition highlights her significant contributions to the industry and her impact on the community.

Susie is originally from Colorado and now resides in Marin County, California, with her family. She remains actively connected to the �鶹��Ѱ��, where she serves on the Executive Committee of the Engineering Advisory Council (EAC).

Susie See is President and Electrical Engineering Lead at MEYERS + ENGINEERS, bringing 30+ years of experience in high‑performance, sustainable design. A �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder alum, she is a recognized industry leader, mentor, and advocate for inclusion, serving on CU’s Engineering Advisory Council and earning recognition as a San Francisco Business Times Woman of Influence.

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Don Kinderdick (ArchEngr'87)

miwi9607 — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:49:43 +0000

Don Kinderdick (ArchEngr'87) miwi9607 Wed, 02/11/2026 - 08:49

Don Kinderdick, 2025 Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award Recipient

Engineering Alumni Awards

2026 Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award recipient

Don Kinderdick began his career at BEGA North America (a Carpinteria, CA based architectural lighting, control, and furniture manufacturer) in 2000 as vice president, marketing and product development. He quickly assumed the responsibility for all day-to-day operations and was named the company’s President and CEO in April 2004. He also serves as chairman of the board of directors.

Before joining BEGA, he held numerous marketing, engineering and management positions at both Zumtobel Staff Lighting in New York, and Sterner Lighting in Minnesota.

Throughout his career he has remained passionate about the design and manufacture of quality lighting products and the support of lighting education. He is committed to social responsibility and minimizing our impact on the environment over time.

Kinderdick has been a member of the Rocky Mountain Lighting Academy (RMLA) advisory board at the University of Colorado since its inception and is currently serving as chairman. Through his work with CU, he has supported diversity and inclusion in lighting education and helped fund access to educational opportunities for underserved communities. He is involved in several local charities on both a personal and professional level.

Don holds a BS in Architectural Engineering from the University of Colorado where he specialized in illumination engineering and an MBA in marketing from Rutgers University. Don and his wife Brenda reside in Santa Barbara, CA with their two daughters, Sophie and Ellie.

BEGA North America is the source for a broad range of quality lighting, controls, and furniture
solutions. Our vision and mission are to be the industry’s premier provider of architectural
outdoor lighting, control, and furniture solutions by building quality into everything we do.

Don Kinderdick (ArchEngr'87) is president, CEO, and board chairman of BEGA North America, where he has led operations since joining in 2000. With prior roles at Zumtobel Staff Lighting and Sterner Lighting, he has built a career focused on high‑quality lighting design, manufacturing, and sustainability. A longtime supporter of lighting education, he chairs the Rocky Mountain Lighting Academy advisory board at �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder.

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Caroline Mumm honored with CEAS Global Engagement Award

Susan Glairon — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:04:29 +0000

Caroline Mumm honored with CEAS Global Engagement Award Susan Glairon Wed, 11/26/2025 - 08:04

Susan Glairon

Caroline Mumm, an architectural engineering major, represented �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder during a summer abroad program at Freie Universität Berlin International Summer University (FUBis). Mumm returned with a deeper understanding of the diverse challenges and innovations in sustainable building worldwide.

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Symposium advances structural engineering toward zero carbon

Susan Glairon — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 22:35:25 +0000

Symposium advances structural engineering toward zero carbon Susan Glairon Mon, 07/07/2025 - 16:35

Susan Glairon

The event, which drew 166 participants to �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder’s campus, marked an industry-wide step toward cutting emissions tied to building materials like steel and concrete.

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�鶹��Ѱ��Boulder’s concrete canoe team places third overall

Susan Glairon — Thu, 01 May 2025 21:44:05 +0000

�鶹��Ѱ��Boulder’s concrete canoe team places third overall Susan Glairon Thu, 05/01/2025 - 15:44

Susan Glairon

�鶹��Ѱ��Boulder’s Concrete Canoe team earned third place overall at the regional ASCE Rocky Mountain Student Symposium. The popular student group—known for designing and racing a concrete canoe each year—continues to grow, with 28 �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder students participating in this year’s event.

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Engineering Projects Expo 2025: Explore new inventions and technologies created by �鶹��Ѱ��Engineering students

Michelle Wiese — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 15:45:18 +0000

Engineering Projects Expo 2025: Explore new inventions and technologies created by �鶹��Ѱ��Engineering students Michelle Wiese Mon, 04/21/2025 - 09:45

On Friday, April 25 at the �鶹��Ѱ��, engineering students will present their capstone design projects at the annual Engineering Projects Expo. This year's event will feature projects from mechanical engineering; computer science; electrical, computer and energy engineering; biomedical engineering; and civil, environmental and architectural engineering.

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Architectural Engineering

Susie See (ArchEngr'87)

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