Ask Theodore T. “Ted” Bean (BSCE 62) what has been the key to his long, diverse and successful career and without hesitation, the University of Mississippi alumnus will tell you that it’s his alma mater. “I would not be where I am today without the education I gained there,” said Bean, principal systems engineer atRead the story …
(Ted) Bean’s About It
Civil engineering alumnus credits alma mater with launching successful, long-lived career
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ME Professor Proves Major Asset to Department, Students
Ellen Lackey gives back to the institution that helped her achieve greatness
March 28, 2014 by
When Ellen Lackey first arrived at the University of Mississippi, the Forrest native was much like any other first-year student. A brilliant scholar, she soon graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in general engineering. Within six years, Lackey also completed both her master’s degree in mechanical engineering and her doctorate in materials scienceRead the story …
ExxonMobil Executive Remembers, Supports Alma Mater
Albert Hilliard donates annually, advises undergraduates, networks and recruits potential students
March 28, 2014 by
When it comes to supporting the University of Mississippi School of Engineering, Albert Hilliard goes all out. The projects execution manager for ExxonMobil Upstream IT Division, Hilliard manages 120 IT project managers and consultants who execute IT business projects associated with oil and gas exploration, development and production around the world. Yet the life member of the OleRead the story …
Cris Surbeck Creating UM Legacy
CE associate professor known for teaching excellence, research and service
February 28, 2014 by
Since joining the University of Mississippi faculty six years ago, Cristiane Surbeck has built a sterling reputation for teaching excellence, renowned research and generous volunteer service. “What I most like about teaching is the ability to bridge classroom work to professional work,” said Surbeck, an associate professor of civil engineering. “In the classroom, I canRead the story …
Van Devenders Share Special Moment with Mannings
Successful businessman and his family give back to Ole Miss
February 28, 2014 by
In partnership with the University of Mississippi’s Department of Athletics, School of Engineering alumnus Billy Van Devender (BSCE 71) and members of the Manning family have made significant contributions to the Forward Together campaign to rename the indoor football practice facility the Olivia and Archie Manning Athletics Performance Center. The surprise announcement was made whenRead the story …
CE Major Enjoying Naval ROTC Program
Courtney-Marie Laureys combines academics, military service for future goals
February 28, 2014 by
While many University of Mississippi engineering students balance their academics with membership in an organization or two, undergraduates such as Courtney-Marie Laureys manage a full academic load with participation in the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program. A junior civil engineering major from Pineville, La., Laureys applied for an NROTC scholarship as a high schoolRead the story …
CS Alumnus Starts Global Blog for Students, Young Inventors
Arun Buduri using Web to connect creative minds to one another, sponsors
February 28, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Adaption ensures survival, but creativity leads to true success. University of Mississippi alumnus Arun Buduri (MSCSI ’00) is a model example of this principle. Since graduating from UM 14 years ago, Buduri has worked for Nortel in the Dallas area. After Nortel downsized, he moved on to Microsoft in the Seattle area,Read the story …
Tamara Crawford Wins Trailblazer Award
Alumna was also selected for competitive leadership program at Lockheed Martin
January 31, 2014 by
As both a woman and a minority, Tamara Crawford has been a trailblazer in the world of professional engineering. And this month, the University of Mississippi alumna will receive a prestigious national award honoring her achievements. Crawford (BSME 02) is the winner of 2014 Black Engineer of the Year Outstanding Achievement Award-Science Spectrum Trailblazer. ThisRead the story …
CE Alumnus George Goza Giving Back
Clark Construction VP joins Wood Society, finishes DeLeeuw scholarship fund goal
January 31, 2014 by
More than 40 years ago, George Goza (BSCE 72) came to the University of Mississippi as an impressionable freshman eager to pursue an engineering education. Today, the successful construction company contractor is making generous donations to ensure others like him are able to do the same. “I will always owe a great debt to myRead the story …
Jack McClurg Making His Mark at CME
Graduate returned to his alma mater to fulfill dreams of teaching manufacturing
January 31, 2014 by
Twenty years ago, Jack McClurg came to the University of Mississippi to earn his master’s degree in materials science. After working professionally for a couple of prestigious companies, he returned to UM to complete his doctorate in the same field in 2002. Two years ago, McClurg came back to his alma mater for thirdRead the story …