Engineering Vision and Mission Statements

The David L Hirschfeld Department of Engineering is a family of students, staff, and faculty who are professionally and culturally engaged with our regional community. We provide premier undergraduate engineering programs in Texas, cultivating and graduating practice-ready engineers with the broader skills to be future leaders.

Our Vision

By 2030, we will become the school of choice for undergraduate engineering students and expand our industry impact by providing 100 diverse graduates annually.

Our Purpose

To provide student-centered engineering education in our region and beyond.

Our Mission

Our mission is to:

• Deliver inspiring education, preparing engineering graduates to excel in practice and shape the future
• Engage students and faculty in scholarly work which advances their careers 
• Recruit and support students throughout their academic journey to ensure their success
• Engage our regional community by providing resources to cultivate the next generation of STEM leaders