Alexander Agrios & Sarira Motaref Named 2026 Commencement Marshals

A large group of graduates in navy blue caps and gowns celebrate inside a domed arena, tossing their mortarboards into the air. Many are smiling, cheering, and reaching upward as the caps scatter above them, some with orange tassels visible. The crowd fills the foreground, while bright stadium lights and championship banners hang overhead in the background, emphasizing the scale and excitement of the commencement ceremony.

A close-up of a graduation cap decorated with glitter and the message “BUILD THE LIFE YOU LOVE,” worn by a graduate seated among others in blue caps and gowns.

The School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (SoCEE) is proud to announce that Dr. Alexander Agrios and Dr. Sarira Motaref have been selected by the senior class to serve as the 2026 Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering Commencement Marshals.

This honor recognizes their exceptional dedication to students, contributions to engineering education, and commitment to mentorship. Both faculty members have made lasting impacts on the student experience through their teaching, advising, and engagement within the School.

As Commencement Marshals, Dr. Agrios and Dr. Motaref will play an integral role in leading the Class of 2026 during the graduation ceremony, reflecting their outstanding leadership and dedication to student success.

Congratulations to Dr. Alexander Agrios and Dr. Sarira Motaref on this well-earned recognition, and thank you for your continued contributions to the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering!

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