The President’s Honors

Leading the Way in Research, Scholarship, & Impact. 

With steadfast commitment and daring vision, our faculty shine as the heart of the 2025 President’s Honors, driving research to new heights and inspiring lasting change throughout the wider community.

The President’s Honors spotlights the top three academic departments that excelled in securing external research funding in 2024-2025, showcasing the remarkable dedication and vibrant strengths that define our University

Rankings were determined by total grant funding, normalized by the number of tenure and tenured -track faculty in each department

• 1 ^st Place: Social Work
• The Department of Social Work reached an inspiring milestone, capturing $3,056,730 in research awards. All five tenure- and tenure-track faculty members secured funding, averaging an impressive $611,346 each. This shared victory showcases the strength of collaboration and a relentless drive to elevate human well-being through groundbreaking research
• 2 ^nd Place: Electrical and Computer Engineering
• $9,369,804 in research awards, with 9 of 17 tenure- and tenure-track faculty earning funding, averaging $551,165 each. This achievement underscores the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering's commitment to transforming technology and crafting solutions that spark a more connected, intelligent, and resilient world.
• 3 ^rd Place: Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering
• The Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering received $4,244,663 in research awards. Four of its eight tenure- and tenure-track faculty members secured funding, with an average award of $530,583 per recipient. Their research supports progress in essential industries, improving efficiency, and enriching lives.

These departments embody leadership through curiosity, vision, and purpose, transforming bold ideas into real-world impact for the Borderplex region and far beyond.