Engineering Academies
News and updates featuring research, faculty achievements, student projects, and industry impact from Engineering Academies.
An engineering student’s journey to make his family proud
Jan. 29, 2026 • 6 min. readYaseen Arif ’28 has turned every challenge into motivation on his engineering journey, fueled by his parents’ inspiration and the Texas A&M Engineering Academies.
Faith Larimore ’26 honors her grandparents’ memory by committing to her educational journey and serving others with purpose, heart and unbreakable resolve.
Inspired by generations of engineers, Abdul Samad Khan is forging his own path — one shaped by determination, bold choices and quiet strength.
Civil engineering major Madison Yoder looks toward a future in sustainable infrastructure.
Mark Lee's unexpected journey led him to Texas A&M, where he found his true passion and a supportive community.
Karen Grace Bryan '27 was inspired by a teacher and is now breaking barriers at a Texas A&M Engineering Academy.
From starting college at 13 to earning a degree at 18, former Engineering Academies student Tejini Murthy is now on track to earn her master’s degree and change the world!
Texas A&M Engineering at Houston Community College receives $300,000 gift from ExxonMobil Foundation
April 30, 2025 • 4 min. readThe gift will support the Texas A&M Engineering Academy at Houston Community College, which aims to create an affordable and accessible route for future engineers.
Diamondback Energy supports Texas A&M Engineering Academy at Midland College with $1.5 million gift
April 28, 2025 • 4 min. readThe gift will support the Texas A&M Engineering Academy at Midland College, which aims to create an affordable and accessible route for future engineers.
Eden Schlink ’25's journey into engineering is a testament to determination, family support and seizing unexpected opportunities.