Former Students

A U.S.-based advanced nuclear energy company with Japanese roots is supporting Texas A&M University by investing in students and faculty in the nuclear engineering department.

Researchers at Texas A&M and Sandia National Laboratories have demonstrated a class of 3D-printed shape-memory alloy connections that snap together like building blocks yet carry structural loads far beyond conventional fasteners, adhesives, Velcro or plastic joints.

Hala Ballouz ’89 transformed a small firm into an industry-leading power engineering company, and now she’s using her skill set to elevate student success at her alma mater.

The 2025-26 year marked the largest fundraising year in Texas A&M University College of Engineering history, with philanthropic support advancing student scholarships and fellowships, faculty excellence and innovative research.

Tom Bundy ’78 and Craig Clark ’79 have set up a fundraising dollar matching program for the Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Council scholarship.

Third-year Ph.D. student Rashika Rao will conduct research focused on the physical impact of gravitational differences on the human body for future space flight.

Lee Tillman ’84 endows faculty support in the Department of Nuclear Engineering, recognizing the critical role nuclear energy will play in the world's future.

Kacy Carter and Adam Zheng will use the opportunity to work on projects involving clean energy and materials critical to the future of human space travel.

Constantine “Dean” Liollio ’83 built his career on hard work, gratitude and a passion for giving back, and has recently established an endowed faculty chair in industrial and systems engineering.

Through five gifts supporting study abroad, leadership development and experiential learning, Raymond ’87 and Rhonda Pittard are helping Aggie engineers become global citizens and innovative problem-solvers.