David B. Simpson, Jr.('81) and Michael M. Simpson ('82)
David B. Simpson, Jr.(‘81) and Michael M. Simpson (’82) earned Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
degrees from North Carolina State University. Upon graduation both of the Simpson brothers entered the
work force acquiring positions at separate firms focusing on different aspects of Civil Engineering. After
many years spent working in the private sector, both brothers decided it was time to bring their experience,
knowledge, and work ethics to their own Structural Engineering firms. In 1999, Michael M. Simpson &
Associates (MMSA) was incorporated in Greenville, SC. In 2004, Simpson Engineers & Associates (SEA)
was incorporated by David in Raleigh, NC. Throughout the years, both brothers have maintained
relationships with the NCSU Alumni Association and the faculty and staff in the NCSU College of
Engineering.
As SEA has grown over the years, David continues to strengthen his relationship with NC State. He has
provided an intemship to a PhD candidate within the Civil Engineering department who matched the needs
of current real world projects. This inten is now a full-time employee with Simpson Engineers &
Associates.
The David B. and Annie P. Simpson Scholarship has been established for two reErsons: To honor the tireless
efforts made by the parents of two brothers who are now NCSU alumni, David B. Simpson Jr. and Michael
M. Simpson. For years David B. and Annie P. worked long and hard to make sure that their two sons not
only attend one of the best educational institutions available within North Carolina, but do so without having
to pay back student loans. The Simpson brothers have experienced a great degree of success over the years
since graduating from NC State. They know that part of their success was being placed in an environment
where the only focus before them was to fulfill the demands of their curriculum’s. It was the sacrifices of
their parents that allowed the Simpson brothers to focus on their academic studies.
The scholarship has also been established in order to help cement a vehicle of support to those students
within the Civil Engineering department who may not have the type of grades which earn academic
recognition, but have the discipline and fortitude to persevere through the curriculum despite their economic
situations. While the Simpson brothers did not always earn top honors, they had an unrelenting drive to
complete tasks and succeed. Not having to focus on the financial aspect allowed the Simpson brothers to
turn their energy towards academic tasks. It is the belief of the Simpson brothers that it is important to
embrace and provide financial support opportunities to students who have similar educational experiences
and academic challenges along the way.