July 2021
Thinking big: A new model for college and career readiness prepares to launch
A combined $6.5 million to SMU from Toyota USA Foundation and alumnus Carter Creech ’60 drives momentum for the fall opening of the West Dallas STEM School, a new Dallas Independent School District Transformation and Innovation School.
Coming soon: Mustang football and Boulevarding!
Strike up the band! A new season of Mustang football and fun with friends and family on the Boulevard will be here before we know it.
Building a stronger network for all alumni
In her new role as SMU Alumni Board chair, Kristin W. Henderson ’82 aims to improve communication, expand connections and fortify alumni relationships.
We can’t wait to meet our newest Mustangs
Join fellow Mustangs in welcoming incoming first-year students to the SMU family at virtual and in-person events around the country.
Unlocking a small device’s huge potential
Research by SMU’s Ali Beskok and J.-C. Chiao that started out as a race against time during the pandemic has developed into a fast, accurate and affordable immune response test with sweeping potential.
All the right moves for the future
Caeli Blake ’21 is continuing the professional dance career she began as a sophomore, but thanks to her double major, she’s already steps ahead in her second act. Eventually, she plans to teach her skills to a new generation.
Celebrating business leadership and service
Cox School of Business recently presented its Distinguished Alumni Awards to Brad Brookshire ’76 and R. Andrew Clyde ’85 and Outstanding Young Alumni honors to Lizzy Bentley ’12 and Elizabeth Wattley ’15.
A head for numbers and a heart for students
Economist Tom Fomby has been named the 2021 recipient of the Faculty Career Achievement Award for his contributions to the teaching, scholarship and service missions of the University.
Supporting student-athletes’ enterprising spirit
SMU Athletics has added a new program to its suite of student-athlete development tools to help them navigate and capitalize on new opportunities created by recent Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) legislation.