William F. Via, Jr. Bridge NDT Lifetime Service Recognition

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The William F. Via, Jr. Bridge NDT Lifetime Service Recognition acknowledges individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of NDT/NDE practices in the bridge and highway service. This recognition celebrates individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to increasing the effectiveness and innovation for the maintenance and safety of these crucial systems.

This award is named in honor of William F. Via, Jr., for his commendable dedication to enhancing the bridge and highway service. Via, a long-term member of the Society, played a key role in developing many standards and specifications that are now utilized nationally in the bridge industry.

Eligibility

Nominees must be members of ASNT who are performers of significant exemplary service to the bridge and highway NDT/NDE industry through voluntary service. Activities performed as a function of an elected office of paid position shall not be considered.

Selection

A recipient of the recognition will be selected based on the nominee’s volunteer activities and services contributed to the advancement of NDT/NDE, specifically in the bridge and/or highway industries. Service attributes may include, but are not limited to: chairing industry-specific conferences, serving on or chairing infrastructure committees, authoring technical papers, giving presentations, and/or activities that foster collaboration in the industry. Nominations may be made by members of the ASNT staff, the Board of Directors, the Awards and Honors Council, Local Sections, or any ASNT member

Nomination

Nominations for the recognition shall consist of:

  • The resume of the candidate

  • A completed online questionnaire

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Recipients

2024 Recipients

2020

  • Dr. Glenn A. Washer

2018

  • John C. Duke, Jr.

2016

  • William F. Via, Jr.

2014

  • Sreenivas Alampalli

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