B.S. in Civil Engineering, Class of 2025
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Engineering runs deep in Abby Buck’s family. She is set to become a third-generation engineer, following in the footsteps of her father and both grandfathers:
- Frank Buck – B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, 1951, Drexel University
- Gary Quinn – B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 1975, Drexel University
- Joseph Buck – B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 1988, Drexel University
While honoring her family’s legacy, Buck chose to forge her own path by pursuing civil engineering at Ƶ—a place that, in her words, “felt like a true community.”
Buck’s decision to attend Ƶ was driven by the university’s welcoming atmosphere and the opportunities it offered:
- Strong academic support and mentorship
- A community that challenged and encouraged growth
- Access to real-world experience and professional development
“Attending Ƶ was one of the best decisions of my life,” Buck said. “It opened doors that allowed me to thrive both academically and professionally.”
During her time at Ƶ, she:
- Secured an internship with HRSD, gaining hands-on experience in water resource management
- Became actively involved in:
- ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)
- Chi Epsilon (Civil Engineering Honor Society)
- Earned the CEEVC William Boone Scholarship (Fall 2024)
After graduation, Abby will begin working as a water resource engineer for , a renowned global company.