Distinguished Engineering Alumnus
Award Recipient
William D. Alexander III — 1976
This outstanding alumnus, with a significant record of achievement in the design, construction, and management of some of the world's most complex engineering systems, received his professional degree in Civil Engineering in 1953. Following a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, which culminated in his assignment as Chief of the Facilities Design Office responsible for the Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile Launch Facility Program, he began a notable civilian career upon his retirement as Air Force Colonel in 1962.
Among large projects he has managed are the design and construction of the launch facilities for the Apollo Project and the design and construction of the 299 BEV Proton Accelerator, the world's largest atom smasher.
He recently retired as president of the New York-based engineering firm of Seeyle, Stevenson, Value and Knecht, Inc. He is currently responsible for the property acquisition, design, and construction of the $1.6 billion Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority System.
Dedicated to his profession and to furthering engineering education, he contributes significantly to the goals of N.C. State as a member of the Engineering School Advisory Council.
William D. Alexander III