The Aggie Ingeniero Newsletter

Message from the Dean

November was a month full of celebration, connection, and gratitude for the College of Engineering. We had a phenomenal time during Homecoming week, where it was wonderful to see our alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends come together to celebrate the Aggie spirit and the continued growth of our college.

We also welcomed members of the Dean's Advisory Council for productive discussions on how we can continue strengthening our programs, recruitment, retention, research, and the practical application of artificial intelligence. Their insight and commitment play a vital role in shaping the future and curriculum of engineering education at NMSU.

David Jáuregui, Ph.D.

Interim Dean

Another exciting highlight was the construction celebration for the replacement of Thomas and Brown Hall, where we had the opportunity to thank the many donors, state officials, and voters who made this project possible. The celebration included remarks from President Valerio Ferme, Interim Provost Lakshmi Reddi, and, in a special surprise, NMHED Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez – each underscoring the statewide importance of this transformational project through their presence and support. During the celebration, our donors were invited to stamp their names into a commemorative concrete panel that will be incorporated into the project – a symbol of their support for the College of Engineering.

We were also proud to recognize 2025 Distinguished Alumni Honoree Frank Kozeliski for his exceptional contributions to the engineering profession and unwavering dedication to the college and NMSU. Finally, our annual Scholarship Breakfast was one to remember! It was wonderful to see familiar faces and to witness donors connecting directly with the students whose lives they impact. The event featured a video that captured the heart of this celebration. You can watch it below.

Thank you all for being part of this incredible community and for the continued support that drives our success. Go Aggies!

Engineering NEWS

NSF award advances NMSU, NASA research on critical materials recovery

NMSU is on a path to strengthen its leadership in sustainable materials research through a new federally funded collaboration with NASA. Houqian Li, CHME assistant professor, has received a research fellow award from the NSF Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research office.

Read the full article more here!

33 years strong: NM AMP prepares future STEM leaders

Since its inception 33 years ago, the New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation has operated with the goal of increasing the number of students who earn science, technology, engineering and mathematics degrees. Twenty-five conferences later, the program remains strong. Read more here!

NMSU expands affordable online options for working professionals

Daniel earned his master’s degree in information technology through NMSU's online Global Campus. It’s one of many online programs offered by the College of Engineering, which provides master of IT and engineering degrees along with graduate certificates designed for working engineers. Learn more here!

Civil engineering talent shines at NMSU’s Hult Prize Pitch Competition

The team, composed of civil engineering Ph.D. students Samriddhi Ghimire and Rasana Maharjan, presented Smartcrete, a startup concept designed to reduce the environmental impact of construction while enhancing structural safety.

Read more!

Faculty Focus: Mahdi Haghshenas-Jaryani, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

As a member of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Associate Professor Mahdi Haghshenas-Jaryani explores the world of robotics.

Learn more about Mahdi here!

NMSU Foundation announces Fall 2025 Outstanding Graduate awards

Rebekah Pase, civil engineering senior, has been named the Outstanding Graduate for the College of Engineering by the NMSU Foundation. Honorees will be recognized during NMSU’s fall 2025 commencement ceremonies Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13. Learn more!

Photo Galleries

Download the Construction Celebration photos here!

Our construction celebration was a success! Thank you to everyone who joined us. You can download the images by clicking the link or photo. Watch the celebration here.

Download the Scholarship Breakfast photos here!

Did you join us for our annual scholarship breakfast? Take a look back at the festivities of the day and download your favorite images here.

Helpful Resources:

NMSU Student Assistance Services

NMSU Faculty and Staff Resources

Engineering Tutoring and Mentoring

NMSU Tutoring

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