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Mark H. Hasso
Mark H. Hasso, PhD, PE, FCMAA, NAC passed away on March 16, 2020, in Chestnut Hill, MA. He was 73 years old.
Mark was born in Baghdad, Iraq, and he was the third of four children. Mark received his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Construction Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and another Master’s degree in Civil Engineering in the field of Highway and Transportation from the City University of London.
Dr. Hasso was an innovator, entrepreneur, technology advocate, industry partner, and academic leader who empowered students to meet the challenges of the ever-changing world.
He proudly served as a Professor of Construction Management at Wentworth Institute of Technology for over thirty years. During this time, he received many accolades and awards from BSCES/AASCE, CMAA, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Engineering News Record, and others. He was also inducted into the prestigious CMAA Fellows and the National Academy of Construction.
Dr. Hasso was an active participant in seventeen professional organizations where he promoted collaboration with industry to enhance professional practice, resulting in scholarships, cooperative training, and employment opportunities for his Construction Management students.
Despite his many academic accomplishments, his true focus was on the construction industry and the future success of his students. Teaching was his passion and he was considered by many of his students to not only be a mentor, but also a friend.
Mark’s industry colleagues and family wanted to share their thoughts on Mark’s lifetime accomplishments and achievements.
Dr. Zorica Pantic, NAC
Former President of Wentworth (2005-2019)
“I had the privilege to work with Mark and ask for his advice many times. He was a wonderful colleague, a caring teacher, and an outstanding expert. Everybody in the construction industry knew his name and had nothing but praise for him. His students adored him and felt privileged to be in his class. He was a positive influence and career builder for many generations. It’s a huge loss - he will be sorely missed.”
Bruce D’Agostino, CAE, FCMAA, NAC
Retired CMAA President & CEO
“Professor Mark Hasso was the nexus between the construction industry and his students. His passion for advancing his students and the industry will definitely be missed.”
Don Russell, CCM, FCMAA, NAC
“I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mark for many years. I always enjoyed being invited to come to Wentworth to visit with Mark and to speak with his students. Mark was a true educator, which was made clear by the respect shown him by his students. Like all real educators, Mark inspired his students to learn and grow. Many of those students are leaders in our industry today. Mark was a good friend of mine and our industry. He will be missed.”
Blake V. Peck, PE, CCM, FCMAA, NAC
MBP Chief Executive Officer
“Mark was one of my favorites, and I know he impacted so many in our industry. Not only the scores of CM students he taught but the CM practitioners he worked with on countless initiatives. He was instrumental in creating a strong bond between CMAA and those in CM education. His strong contributions to the CMIT program and its Capstone course are indelible. Mark leaves quite a void for us committed to the profession of construction management.”
Sam Sleiman, PE, CCM, FCMAA, NAC, Hon.D.Eng.
“Mark was a dynamic academic and industry leader who made a significant impact on our industry at large. He accomplished so much in his lifetime and had such a positive influence on the students he taught and the colleagues that were fortunate enough to have worked with him. Everything Mark did in life he did with enthusiasm and integrity, always leaving a tremendous impact. It was an honor to have known and worked with Mark, and he definitely made the world a better place.”
Mae Hasso
Mark’s sister
“We were very blessed and are proud of him as a member of our family. He was the heart and soul of the family, he was a faithful person, who cared about others, always generous with his time, committed and ready to help when needed. His colleagues, friends, and students described him as “a true gentleman and human being, generous loving friend, lucky to have touched him in their lives, and his passing will leave a hole in their heart, and one of the highest caliber people they have met.”
In addition to being an academic leader, Mark served his community in many ways, especially for persons with special needs. He served as a board member on the Seven Hills Foundation for 28 years, which cares for people who have the ability to thrive when given support, respect, and dignity. Mark was a former Trustee of Anna Maria College, as well as a long term member of the Southborough Rotary Club. In his spare time, Mark enjoyed playing scrabble and chess.
Mark Hasso was an outstanding educator, industry colleague, and more importantly dear friend. He was loved and will be sorely missed by so many students, professors, industry colleagues, and his devoted and loving family.
Christine Keville, FCMAA, NAC, Hon.D.Eng.
Mark was born in Baghdad, Iraq, and he was the third of four children. Mark received his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Construction Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and another Master’s degree in Civil Engineering in the field of Highway and Transportation from the City University of London.
Dr. Hasso was an innovator, entrepreneur, technology advocate, industry partner, and academic leader who empowered students to meet the challenges of the ever-changing world.
He proudly served as a Professor of Construction Management at Wentworth Institute of Technology for over thirty years. During this time, he received many accolades and awards from BSCES/AASCE, CMAA, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Engineering News Record, and others. He was also inducted into the prestigious CMAA Fellows and the National Academy of Construction.
Dr. Hasso was an active participant in seventeen professional organizations where he promoted collaboration with industry to enhance professional practice, resulting in scholarships, cooperative training, and employment opportunities for his Construction Management students.
Despite his many academic accomplishments, his true focus was on the construction industry and the future success of his students. Teaching was his passion and he was considered by many of his students to not only be a mentor, but also a friend.
Mark’s industry colleagues and family wanted to share their thoughts on Mark’s lifetime accomplishments and achievements.
Dr. Zorica Pantic, NAC
Former President of Wentworth (2005-2019)
“I had the privilege to work with Mark and ask for his advice many times. He was a wonderful colleague, a caring teacher, and an outstanding expert. Everybody in the construction industry knew his name and had nothing but praise for him. His students adored him and felt privileged to be in his class. He was a positive influence and career builder for many generations. It’s a huge loss - he will be sorely missed.”
Bruce D’Agostino, CAE, FCMAA, NAC
Retired CMAA President & CEO
“Professor Mark Hasso was the nexus between the construction industry and his students. His passion for advancing his students and the industry will definitely be missed.”
Don Russell, CCM, FCMAA, NAC
“I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mark for many years. I always enjoyed being invited to come to Wentworth to visit with Mark and to speak with his students. Mark was a true educator, which was made clear by the respect shown him by his students. Like all real educators, Mark inspired his students to learn and grow. Many of those students are leaders in our industry today. Mark was a good friend of mine and our industry. He will be missed.”
Blake V. Peck, PE, CCM, FCMAA, NAC
MBP Chief Executive Officer
“Mark was one of my favorites, and I know he impacted so many in our industry. Not only the scores of CM students he taught but the CM practitioners he worked with on countless initiatives. He was instrumental in creating a strong bond between CMAA and those in CM education. His strong contributions to the CMIT program and its Capstone course are indelible. Mark leaves quite a void for us committed to the profession of construction management.”
Sam Sleiman, PE, CCM, FCMAA, NAC, Hon.D.Eng.
“Mark was a dynamic academic and industry leader who made a significant impact on our industry at large. He accomplished so much in his lifetime and had such a positive influence on the students he taught and the colleagues that were fortunate enough to have worked with him. Everything Mark did in life he did with enthusiasm and integrity, always leaving a tremendous impact. It was an honor to have known and worked with Mark, and he definitely made the world a better place.”
Mae Hasso
Mark’s sister
“We were very blessed and are proud of him as a member of our family. He was the heart and soul of the family, he was a faithful person, who cared about others, always generous with his time, committed and ready to help when needed. His colleagues, friends, and students described him as “a true gentleman and human being, generous loving friend, lucky to have touched him in their lives, and his passing will leave a hole in their heart, and one of the highest caliber people they have met.”
In addition to being an academic leader, Mark served his community in many ways, especially for persons with special needs. He served as a board member on the Seven Hills Foundation for 28 years, which cares for people who have the ability to thrive when given support, respect, and dignity. Mark was a former Trustee of Anna Maria College, as well as a long term member of the Southborough Rotary Club. In his spare time, Mark enjoyed playing scrabble and chess.
Mark Hasso was an outstanding educator, industry colleague, and more importantly dear friend. He was loved and will be sorely missed by so many students, professors, industry colleagues, and his devoted and loving family.
Christine Keville, FCMAA, NAC, Hon.D.Eng.
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