American Concrete Institute
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Ryan Penlerick
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a technical and educational society organized in 1904 to develop, share, and disseminate the knowledge and information needed to utilize concrete to its fullest potential. The ACI Student Chapter at Texas State University- San Marcos strengthens this link between ACI, The Concrete Industry Management Program (CIM) and the entire Texas Concrete Industry. The Chapter offers many opportunities to students such as meeting with leaders in the industry, attending seminars, visit sites, participate in ACI competitions, and networking with other professional societies at Texas State University.
| 2025 - 2026 OFFICERS: | |
| President: | John Paul Koch |
| Vice-President: | Kaid Nygren |
| Secretary: | Fernanda Garcia |
| Treasurer: | Claire Puckett |
American Foundry Society
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Luis Trueba
American Foundry Society Is The leading U.S. based metalcasting society that assists member companies (metalcasting facilities, diecasters and industry suppliers) and individuals to effectively manage all production operations, profitably market their products and services and to equitably manage their employees. The American Foundry Society also promotes the interests of the metalcasting industry before the legislative and executive branches of the federal government. With the direction of its volunteer committee structure, the professional staff of the American Foundry Society provides support in the areas of technology, management and education to further activities that will enhance the economic progress of the metalcasting industry.
| 2025 - 2026 OFFICERS: | |
| President: | Sarah Thomas |
| Vice President: | Elyin Lopez |
| Secretary: | Ro Adams |
| Treasure: | Ace Frankhouser |
| Public Relations: | Kaitlin Miranda |
| Metal Casting Ambassador | Ro Adams |
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Meysam Khaleghian
Faculty Co-advisor: Dr. Byoung Hee You
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is a professional and educational organization that promotes interactions between mechanical engineers and various fields of engineering and science. To improve member’s technical skills and knowledge ASME offers: training, conferences, community outreach, publications, codes, and standards. The student chapter at Texas State University aims to increase student interest in mechanical engineering by offering seminars from professionals and facility tours. Any student with an interest in mechanical engineering or related fields are encouraged and welcome to join.
| 2025 - 2026 OFFICERS: | |
| President: | Grace Schmitt |
| Vice President: | Travis Stewart |
| Vice President: | Uromwen Odia |
| Secretary: | Stirling Moss |
| Treasurer: | Kassidy Griffith |
| Outreach Coordinator: | Elizabeth Cimics |
| Project Lead: | Ethan Aguilar |
| Project Lead: | Cade Bush |
| Project Lead: | Ezra Morales |
| Social Media Manager: | Isabella Jimenez |
| Socail Media Manager: | Liam Byrom |
| Student Advisor: | Claudia Quilter |
Construction Student Association
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kimberly G. Talley, P.E.
The Construction Student Association of Texas State University is an organization for students pursuing a construction-related degree within the Department of Engineering Technology. This umbrella organization includes the student chapters of ABC, AGC, and NAHB. CSA Website
| 2025 - 2026 OFFICERS: | |
| President: | Dustin Del Toro |
| Vice President: | Carlos Sanchez |
| Secretary: | Zeke Lopez |
| Treasurer: | Kenneth Salinas |
| ABC Chair of Operations: | Cynthia Trujillo |
| AGC Chair of Operations: | Andrik Acuna |
| NAHB Chair of Operations: | Treston Nunez |
| NAWIC Chair of Operations: | Av Davies |
| Events Coordinator: | Bade Holland |
| Events Coordinator: | Preston Lee |
| Student Involvement: | Greyson Kerksieck |
| Student Involvement: | Jayden Key |
| Student Involvement: | Dallas Frisbe |
Email CSA Student Chapter: csatxst@txstate.edu
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
Engineering Faculty Advisor: Dr. Asiabanpour
Technology Faculty Advisor: Dr. Ameri
The Texas State Chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers is open for membership by all Technology Students. SME was organized to promote professional growth and social activity among its membership. All interested university faculty and students are welcome to join.
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is the world's leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing practitioners annually. Through its communities, publications, expositions and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and keeps manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies.
Email SME Student Chapter: sme@tracs.txstate.edu