DIALOG is pleased to announce Samantha Seo is the recipient of the 2025 University of Toronto (U of T) Donald Tong Graduate Scholarship in Structural Engineering.
Seo, a Master of Applied Science (MASc) candidate in Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto, is dedicated to enhancing structural safety and sustainability. Her research focuses on leak rate prediction modeling in nuclear containment structures, contributing to the advancement of resilient infrastructure.
She is the sixth recipient to be awarded the UofT Donald Tong Graduate Scholarship in Structural Engineering. The annual award was presented by DIALOG Partner Daria Khachi and Structural Engineer Jordyn Tripp at a ceremony held at DIALOG’s Toronto studio on Monday, February 24.
Pictured L to R: CivMin Prof. Oh-Sung Kwon, Jane Tong (daughter of Donald Tong), Daria Khachi (DIALOG Partner), Jordyn Tripp (Structural Engineer), Samantha Seo (CivMin MASc student and scholarship winner), and Cameron Ritchie (DIALOG Partner). Photo by: Phill Snel, University of Toronto
A graduate of Architectural Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Seo combines technical expertise with a strong commitment to community well-being and environmental sustainability. As the former Structural and Architectural Design Lead for the student Warrior Home Design Team, she played a key role in designing and constructing high-performing, net-zero energy, affordable homes for community housing organizations.
Beyond her research, Seo remains dedicated to shaping a future where engineering solutions not only enhance structural safety but also promote sustainability, ensuring long-term benefits for both communities and the environment.
Congratulations on this wonderful achievement, Samantha!
To learn more about Samantha Seo, visit civmin.utoronto.ca.
Learn more about Donald Tong
The University of Toronto Donald Tong Graduate Scholarship in Structural Engineering honours DIALOG’s long-time structural team member Donald Tong, who passed away in 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Donald epitomized the collaborative, multidisciplinary design culture of our practice. He began his career as an interior designer, followed by a stint as an architectural technologist, before he found his passion in structural engineering. It is our hope that future structural engineers will embody Donald’s creative, wide-ranging design spirit.
