Texas A&M-Fort Worth Engineering Programs Receive $2.5M Grant from Sid W. Richardson Foundation

The Sid W. Richardson Foundation, in a significant stride towards fortifying the transformative public-private partnership, has pledged a generous $2.5 million grant to enhance engineering programs at Texas A&M-Fort Worth. Pete Geren, President of the foundation, expressed enthusiasm for the establishment of Texas A&M-Fort Worth and the expansion of Tarleton State University's presence, recognizing them as monumental advancements for the city and North Texas as a whole.

After meticulous consideration of investment opportunities across various academic disciplines, the foundation has opted to allocate resources towards supporting the engineering curriculum at A&M-Fort Worth. This strategic move aligns with the university's vision of becoming a Tier 1 research campus, poised to emerge as a prominent center for education, research, and innovation.