This engaging conversation with Ahsan Parvez—structural engineer, educator, and researcher—delves into the journey and nuances of building not just bridges, but also meaningful connections in teaching and engineering. The discussion explores:

• Engineering Education and Research: Ahsan Parvez shares insights from his academic path, spanning Dhaka University, University of New South Wales, and Western Sydney University. He candidly addresses the tension universities face between prioritizing research and quality teaching, highlighting the need to balance both for developing future engineers.
• Practical vs. Theoretical Learning: Emphasizing the limitations of theory without hands-on experience, Ahsan Parvez discusses the importance of lab work, real-world modeling, and the challenge of helping stude ...