Catherine A. Cardno
About Catherine A. Cardno
Catherine A. Cardno serves as the Editor in Chief of Civil Engineering Online and has nearly two decades of experience in print and online media, specializing in technology, engineering design, and the built environment. She has held various editorial roles at the American Society of Civil Engineers and has a strong academic background in history, holding a Ph.D. from The Johns Hopkins University.
Current Role at American Society of Civil Engineers
Catherine A. Cardno serves as the Editor in Chief of Civil Engineering Online at the American Society of Civil Engineers. She has held this position since 2022 and is responsible for overseeing the editorial direction and content strategy of the publication. Her role involves managing a team of writers and editors, ensuring the quality of articles, and addressing topics related to technology, engineering design, and the built environment.
Previous Experience at American Society of Civil Engineers
Catherine A. Cardno has extensive experience at the American Society of Civil Engineers, where she held multiple editorial roles. She worked as a Program Coordinator for the Structural Engineering Institute from 2005 to 2007, and later served as Associate Editor for Civil Engineering magazine from 2007 to 2010. Her tenure also included positions as Web Editor and Contributing Editor for Civil Engineering Online, as well as Senior Editor and Senior Writer for Civil Engineering magazine, culminating in her current role.
Education and Expertise
Catherine A. Cardno holds a Ph.D. in History from The Johns Hopkins University, which she completed from 1996 to 2004. She also earned a Master of Arts in History from Lancaster University between 1994 and 1996, and a Bachelor of Arts in History from UC San Diego from 1992 to 1995. Her academic background supports her editorial expertise, particularly in technology, engineering design, and the built environment.
Teaching Experience
Catherine A. Cardno has experience in academia, having worked as an Instructor at The Johns Hopkins University for one year from 2001 to 2002, and briefly at The George Washington University in 2002. Additionally, she served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Goucher College from 2004 to 2005. These roles contributed to her understanding of educational methodologies and content delivery.
Recognition and Awards
Catherine A. Cardno has received national and international awards for her contributions to writing and editing. These recognitions reflect her commitment to excellence in editorial work and her impact on the field of civil engineering communications.