Moreland Herrin Distinguished Faculty Office

A member of the CEE at Illinois faculty for more than 30 years, Professor Moreland Herrin was a leader in the transportation engineering group and an early contributor to the science of pavement engineering. Specializing in bituminous materials and pavement design, Herrin was described by a colleague as the “go-to asphalt guy” for the Illinois Department of Transportation for many years. He founded the Illinois Bituminous Paving Conference, served as president of the International Association of Asphalt Pavement Technologists in 1978 and was recognized as the Illinois Asphalt Paving Association’s Man of the Year in 1985. Having practiced engineering as a consultant and researcher before teaching at the university level, Herrin brought critical expertise and knowledge of the industry to his role in academia. He educated and inspired generations of transportation engineering professionals. Additional funding is required to fully furnish this space.