AWARDS Awards received by our chapter since its establishment in Fall 2024. 2024 – 2026 Awards 2025-2026 ENGINEERING STUDENT OF THE YEAR The Engineering Student of the Year Award is presented annually to one outstanding student member who demonstrates academic excellence, professional engagement, and a strong commitment to the engineering profession. The 2025–2026 TSPE UT Austin Student Chapter President, Audrey Baker, was honored with this award in recognition of her leadership in the UT Austin TSPE Student Chapter and expanding student involvement at The University of Texas at Austin. 2024 -2025 EXCELLENCE AWARD The 2024–2025 Excellence Award was presented to the UT Austin TSPE Student Chapter in recognition of its promotion of TSPE’s mission and goals. During the chapter’s inaugural year, members increased student membership, emphasized the importance of professional licensure, volunteered with the local TSPE chapter, and actively participated in the TSPE initiatives. The chapter was honored to accept this award at the 2025 TSPE State Conference. 2024-2025 ENGINEERING STUDENT OF THE YEAR The Engineering Student of the Year Award is presented annually to one outstanding student member who demonstrates academic excellence, professional engagement, and a strong commitment to the engineering profession. The 2024–2025 TSPE UT Austin Student Chapter President, Sophia Shelton, was honored with this award in recognition of her leadership in reestablishing the UT Austin TSPE Student Chapter and expanding student involvement at The University of Texas at Austin.