Texas Tech University Engineering recently announced on Twitter a “generous donation” that the college said, “will impact generations of engineers to come.”
Evelyn M. Knox Davies makes generous donation to #TTUEngineering that will impact generations of engineers to come.https://t.co/TGBNEHiVcI
— TTUEngineering (@TTUEngineering) July 9, 2021
According to Texas Tech, the opening of a renovated multipurpose classroom in the Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering on June 26 was made possible by a $500,000 donation.
“Evelyn M. Knox Davies is a visionary supporter of Texas Tech,” said Al Sacco Jr., dean of the College of Engineering in a statement. “She is dedicated to helping us train the engineers, scientists, and technologists of the future. Evelyn is a delight to be with and is always full of positive energy. She lights up any room she is in. Evelyn has been a guiding light, leading and encouraging students at all levels to consider careers in engineering. I am so honored and pleased to work with her.”
TTU said the Davies donation is directed into three different uses: $100,000 to establish an endowment for maintenance and upkeep of the multipurpose classroom; $100,000 to create an endowment to establish the College of Engineering’s inaugural Evelyn M. Knox Davies science, technology, engineering, the arts and math (STEAM) Aerobots Competition; and $300,000 for a facility enhancement fund for the College of Engineering, which supports physical spaces of greatest need.
“The legacy Mrs. Davies has created is sprinkled throughout the campus as well as in our hearts, and her generosity will impact our students for generations to come,” said De’Lila Holder, STEM program manager in the College of Engineering. “Mrs. Davies and the College of Engineering are igniting the spark and love of STEAM in K-12 students. This new program is capturing the hearts and minds of students and educators and providing opportunities that have the potential to shape futures.”
In related news, Texas Tech announced on Twitter that they have joined the Plastic Free Foundation’s monthlong challenge this July with the goal of reducing the use of single-use plastic.
“Plastics are petroleum-based and they do not degrade, unlike natural materials like cotton,” said a professor in the Department of Environmental Toxicology. “Plastics add to the environmental burden. Issues like global warming and landfills arise due to non-biodegradable materials. Reduce, reuse and recycle should be the goal.”
Join us as we look to reduce our plastic usage this month!
Here are five easy ways to live a #PlasticFreeJuly ♻️https://t.co/aTKgzViKcz pic.twitter.com/x7Q9pD46wG
— Texas Tech University (@TexasTech) July 1, 2021
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