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The rapidly developing field of trenchless underground methodology represents the leading edge of construction technology today. Students enrolled full-time in construction management, engineering and other related professional programs are seeking opportunities to keep abreast of these developments. One of the most effective ways of accomplishing this is by combining these individual efforts in the form of a student chapter. NASTT has 19 student chapters throughout North America.

NASTT’s Argent Memorial Scholarship Program

NASTT is pleased to offer its annual student scholarship program established in the memory of Michael E. Argent, who is recognized as one of the industry’s true visionaries and a motivating force behind the growth of trenchless technology. In 1990, Michael was one of five persons who founded NASTT. Through this scholarship program established in his memory, it is hoped that Michael’s contributions to the industry will continue to inspire young trenchless professionals.

This year, we are offering six (6) Argent Memorial Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 US each. Applicants must be a member of a NASTT Student Chapter and attending the 2025 No-Dig Show. New this year is that international students are eligible to apply!

Deadline to submit is February 7, 2025.

Be sure that all additional files are uploaded: Headshot, Transcript and Essay. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions? Contact Kari Webb, Education Manager.

Click Here to Submit Your Argent Memorial Student Scholarship Application

The NASTT No-Dig Show Student Scholarship

By participating in a NASTT Student Chapter and attending NASTT’s No-Dig Show, students have the opportunity to learn first-hand how important trenchless technology is to our community and our environment.

The No-Dig Student Scholarship will cover conference registration and hotel accommodations at the 2025 No-Dig Show in Denver, Colorado from Sun-Wed. Students that are accepted will need to attend the on-site orientation; Mile High Mixer Networking Reception; Meet, Greet, Drink & Eat Networking Reception, as well as their assigned volunteer shifts. Students are also required to sign a Student Code of Conduct upon their acceptance. Hotel rooms will have 2 students to a room, and we do our best to keep schools together.

Applications for the No-Dig Show Student Scholarship have closed.

Student Chapter Benefits

Interested in starting a student chapter at your university? Click here to download the information and contact NASTT Education Manager, Kari Webb with any questions.

On campus, student chapters are involved in a number of activities throughout the academic year including field trips, seminars and fundraisers. Members of student chapters also attend and participate in NASTT’s No-Dig Show where they present posters that describe their trenchless research, participate in competitions and provide staff support such as monitoring the technical paper sessions. There are many benefits associated with establishing a NASTT student chapter at your university – scholarships, networking opportunities, education, learning and growth, career opportunities and much more!

Arizona State University – Tempe, Arizona

Advisor: Dr. Samuel T. Ariaratnam, samuel.ariaratnam@asu.edu

Bowling Green State University – Bowling Green, Ohio

Advisor: Dr. Alan Atalah, aatalah@bgsu.edu

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona – Pomona, California

Advisor: Dr. Jinsung Cho, jinsungcho@cpp.edu

Clemson University – Clemson, South Carolina

Advisor: Dr. Kalyan R. Piratla, kpiratl@clemson.edu

Concordia University

Advisor: Rebecca Dziedzic, rebecca.dziedzic@concordia.ca

Kent State University – Kent, Ohio

Advisor: Lameck Onsarigo, lonsarig@kent.edu