Congratulations to IMSE Graduates

Ann Hoang on May 18, 2018October 7, 2025

Images of graduation

A group of four people in academic regalia posing for a photo at a graduation ceremony.

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A group of four people in academic regalia posing for another photo at a graduation ceremony.

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A group of two people in academic regalia posing for a photo at a graduation ceremony.

Congratulations to Feng Liu, Ying Chen, Ukesh Chawal, Dishita Mehtalia, Gazi md daud Iqbal, and all of our IMSE graduates!

-Posted by Jay Rosenberger

The IMSE Dept. Celebrates the Fourth Annual Awards Banquet

Ann Hoang on May 6, 2016October 7, 2025

The Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering Department hosted the 4th Annual Awards Banquet to honor graduating students as well as outstanding undergraduate and graduate students with awards and scholarships on Thursday, April 28th at 6pm in the Nedderman Hall Rady Room. The approximately 100 guests included the faculty, staff and members of the advisory board. All guests enjoyed a formal, catered dinner. The wonderful evening concluded with a few brief comments from our graduating seniors and a final congratulation to award winners and graduates of the past year. Below are the six scholarships and names of awarded students.

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Three people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire.

Two people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire.

Five people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire, first photo

Four people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire.

Seven people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

First photograph of Two people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

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A group of people dressed in business attire gather around a table as certificates are handed out during a formal recognition event.

First photograph of Four people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

Five people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire and holding rewards

First photograph of Three people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

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Second photograph of Four people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

Second photograph of Three people smiling and posing together in semi-formal attire

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The G. T. Stevens, Jr. Endowed Alumni Scholarship which was established in 1998 to honor the IMSE Department’s former Chair is awarded to outstanding Industrial Enginnering students. Dr. Stevens passed away this year therefore his children Mr. Bob Stevens and Ms. Bartlett Barry presented the scholarships. This year’s recipients were Ms. Tyka Do (Senior), Ms. Jasmine Lucero (Senior), Mr. Anoop Kulkarni (Graduate) and Mr. Alexander Thomas (Graduate).

The Keith and Carolyn Weiss Industrial Engineering Scholarship, which is given to deserving Industrial Engineering undergraduate students who are working to support their education. This year’s awardee is a senior, Ms. Griselda Sanchez.

The Weiss Family Endowed Scholarship is an award distributed by the UT Arlington Alumni Association to award a junior or senior undergraduate who have been working to support their education. This year’s recipient is senior Mr. Joshua Bolton.

The John and Pat Priest Family Endowed Scholarship is awarded to Industrial Engineering undergraduate students that have an interest in manufacturing. This year we have two awardees, Mr. Patrick Coursey and Ms. Mary Rangel.

The RFID and Auto ID Labs Outstanding Research Scholarship recognizes students conducting outstanding research in RAID Labs. This year’s recipients were Ms. Mary Rangel (Undergraduate), Ms. Isra Elamin (Graduate) and Mr. Raghavendra Punugu(Graduate).

The newest scholarship, The COSMOS Scholarship recognizes a student for his/her voluntary contribution to COSMOS research. This year’s awardee is Mr. Rajesh Sugumar.

Student Rooms Remodeled

Ann Hoang on August 17, 2015October 7, 2025

A note from our Department Chair, Dr. Paul Componation:

The fall semester is just around the corner, and we’re ready for the students to once again fill the rooms of Woolf Hall. Our returning students will see several changes in our department.

The industrial engineering computer lab, Woolf Hall 400, has been updated with brand new furniture to make it easier for student to study or just relax with your classmates.

IE Lab, Woolf Hall, room 400

Our Multi-Purpose room, Woolf Hall 425-A has also been converted to a student study room. It’s right across the hall from the IIE store so you can pick up a quick snack while your working on class projects.

Multi-purpose Room, Woolf Hall, 425-A, University of Texas at Arlington — Multi-purpose Room, Woolf Hall, 425-A

We hope students enjoy the renovations and new furniture!

The faculty and staff are looking forward to seeing you all again soon. Enjoy your summer and best of success with your studies this fall.

-Dr. Paul Componation

Ph.D. Student Helps Family in Nepal

Ann Hoang on May 27, 2015

A month ago, our Ph.D. Industrial Engineering student, Ukesh Chawal, flew home to Nepal to help his community with money and goods donated by the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Department’s faculty and staff.

He distributed the donated dry goods, including food and water filters, to members of his community.

Ukesh.distribute.Nepal2 — Photo provided

Ukesh.distribute.Nepal1 — Photo provided

When he got home, he discovered the earthquake destroyed his family’s house and cannot be salvaged. Although the Nepalese government is providing a small stipend, it will only cover a fraction of the cost to rebuild his house.

Although the earthquake destroyed his family’s house beyond repair, he and his family were able to retrieve some belongings from their house.

The earthquake trapped many people under rubble and building debris, including Ukesh’s cousin. He tragically saw his own sister die while holding her hand after the earthquake. After three hours, he was finally rescued, but unfortunately, he broke 3 ribs and he cannot move most of his left hand.

The doctors said he needs a surgery, but since it is a minor surgery, he will have to wait until those with major surgery needs receive treatment.

As a Ph.D. student, Ukesh said he hopes to return to UT Arlington later this summer or fall. However, he is happy for the opportunity to go back home to help and comfort his community in Nepal.

Congratulations to the 99 IMSE Graduates!

Ann Hoang on May 18, 2015October 7, 2025

The Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Department in UT Arlington’s College of Engineering graduated 99 students on May 16, 2015 at the College Park Center.

Among the graduates, 4 scholars earned their Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering, 72 earned their graduate degrees, including 48 earning M.S. in Industrial Engineering, 18 earning M.S. in Engineering Management, 4 earning M.S. in Logistics and 2 earning M.S. in Systems Engineering and 23 undergraduate students earning B.S. in Industrial Engineering. The students’ names are listed below.