Funds distributed from the permanent endowment will directly support COE student enrichment
experiences. These include capstone projects, undergraduate research and competitions
sponsored by professional societies like ASCE Concrete Canoe, Chem-E Car, SAE Formula
E, IEEE Robotics and AISC/ASEE Steel Bridge.
“We are grateful to Dr. Gibbs and thank him for his generosity and support of student
success,” said Dr. Javier Kypuros, COE dean. “This endowment will facilitate the College’s goal to provide every graduate
with multiple student enrichment experiences.”
A retired adjunct professor, Gibbs has had a professional career in the aerospace
industry with an extensive background in electrical and computer engineering. He volunteers
with the senior capstone projects for electrical and computer engineering students.
“I understand the importance of supporting senior design. I think when we give to
this kind of fund, we’re helping to create the future through the students we help,”
Gibbs said. “This helps the students and the university.”
Officials plan to launch the fund by 2027.
For more information or to help advance the college and/or its departments, contact
Dr. Gary Bouse, director of development and stewardship, at: gbouse@uttyler.edu.