UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA · TAMPA

Great structures.Strongerconnections.

Where the classroom meets the jobsite. Discover precast concrete, connect with industry, and build your future alongside fellow Bulls.

Student led. Industry connected. Built for Bulls.

Beyond the classroom

See it. Make it.
Be part of it.

Engineering is a people business, too. Get closer to the structures, ideas, and professionals shaping our built environment.

01 / EXPLORE

Go beyond the plans.

Step into precast facilities and construction projects to see how concrete components come to life.

Plant tours & site visits

Explore fabrication, reinforcement, quality control, and installation with the professionals who do it every day. Visit details will be shared through BullsConnect when confirmed.

02 / BUILD

Put ideas to the test.

Grow your technical skills through design workshops, hands-on learning, and competition opportunities.

Design & competitions

Learn about precast and prestressed systems and explore opportunities such as PCI’s Big Beam competition. Participation plans and team information will be announced by the chapter.

03 / CONNECT

Meet your industry.

Talk with engineers, architects, and producers. Discover career paths and build a professional network.

Speakers & networking

Hear from industry guests and connect with professionals through technical meetings and PCI events. Bring your questions about design, manufacturing, and careers.

Your next
great connection.

Chapter gatherings bring the industry closer. Find confirmed dates, locations, and registration on BullsConnect.

Next event · Details to be announced

Our next chapter event will be shared here once details are confirmed. In the meantime, join the chapter on BullsConnect for announcements.

Find us on BullsConnect

What to look forward to

Industry conversationsPlant toursDesign workshopsNetworking

These are the kinds of opportunities our chapter is building toward. Specific activities, dates, and participation details will be announced as they are confirmed.

Our chapter

Built by students.
Connected to industry.

The PCI Student Chapter at USF connects students with the world of precast and prestressed concrete, bringing technical learning and professional relationships into one community.

Through our connections with PCI and the Florida Prestressed Concrete Association, we create opportunities to learn directly from the people designing and delivering the structures around us.

Help build what comes next
Meet the founding team

Ali Ebrahim

Co-founding President

Clara Batista Biasutti

Co-founding Vice President

Dr. Zachary Haber

Faculty Advisor

Keep exploring

A strong foundation
starts with curiosity.

Your next step

Let’s build
something together.

Curious about structures, architecture, or the concrete industry? Start by finding our chapter on BullsConnect.

Join on BullsConnect
Sign in with your USF accountOpen BullsConnect, USF’s student engagement platform.
Find the PCI Student ChapterSearch “Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute.”
Join the group and stay connectedFollow chapter announcements and upcoming opportunities.
Get in touch

Contact Us

Questions about membership, events, or partnering with our chapter? Reach out to our founding officers.

Before you join

A few good
questions.

Do I need experience with precast concrete?

No prior precast knowledge is needed to start learning. Come with questions and an interest in the built environment. Check individual event announcements for any activity-specific requirements.

What is precast and prestressed concrete?

Precast concrete components are cast before being placed in their final position. Prestressing introduces compression to help concrete resist tensile stresses under load. Both are used in structures such as bridges, buildings, and parking facilities.

Where can I find meeting times and event details?

Check the chapter’s BullsConnect listing for confirmed announcements. Dates, locations, registration, and any attire or safety requirements will be provided for each event.

How can industry professionals connect with the chapter?

Email our founding officers through the Contact Us section. Guest talks, facility visits, and professional conversations are valuable ways to help students learn about the industry.

Become part of the chapter

Find us on BullsConnect.

Sign in with your USF account, then search for Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Student Chapter in the student organization directory. Select the group and follow the Join instructions.

You’ll find chapter announcements and confirmed event details there.

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