2025 ECS Alumni & Friends Awards Honorees
As part of the Baylor University School of Engineering and Computer Science’s 30th Anniversary celebration in 2025-26, ECS is announcing a new Alumni & Friends Awards program.
"Over the past three decades, ECS has benefited immensely from the contributions of so many accomplished alumni, friends, and supporters,” said Daniel Pack, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Engineering and Computer Science. “We are creating new opportunities to more visibly celebrate their achievements, more thoroughly express our gratitude for their strong support, and more meaningfully recognize their dedication to Baylor and to ECS students, faculty, and staff. Without them, and without this year's incredible honorees, ECS would not be what it is today."
William "Bill" E. Mearse
Dean’s Medal of Honor
Awarded to an alumnus/a, Board member, organization, or friend of ECS who has made a significant and lasting impact on the School of Engineering and Computer Science. This honor recognizes those who exemplify Baylor’s mission through dedicated research and innovation, service, philanthropy, mentorship, or leadership within the ECS community and beyond.
Dr. Kwang Y. Lee
Distinguished Achievement Award
The ECS Distinguished Achievement Award is bestowed on individuals who have made a distinct contribution to their particular profession, business, or vocation and in doing so have brought honor to Baylor ECS.
David Engfer, BSI '06 & Ryan Malone, BSME '02
Gold Award
Presented to an alumnus/a who has made a significant and lasting contribution to the engineering or computer science fields. This honoree is recognized as a leader and trailblazer—known for groundbreaking achievements, impactful research, thought leadership, and embodies excellence in their profession.
Ryan Andrews, BSME '14 & Dr. George Montañez, MSCS '11
Green Award
Presented to a young alumnus/a who is making a meaningful impact in the world of engineering or computer science through innovation, leadership, or Christian service. This award honors those early in their careers who exemplify the values of Baylor ECS and demonstrate great promise for the future.
Honorees will be celebrated at a special awards dinner and ceremony to be held November 13 from 6-8 p.m. at the President’s Suite in McLane Stadium.