SMU Lyle School of Engineering

We are educating today's engineers to be tomorrow's leaders and world changers.

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Mustangs, what's your good news?

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Good news: We're extending our graduate application fee waiver through Oct. 31! 🎉*

Fall 2027 Priority I applications are due Nov. 1 for priority consideration for available scholarships.

Apply: https://t.co/VauVZKGg8S

*Eligibility requirements apply.

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

SMU Lyle has named Donghai Wang the William T. Solomon Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Wang is a researcher in advanced energy-storage technologies.

https://t.co/MHUPWzN1m3

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Thinking about graduate school? Apply to SMU Lyle for free Oct. 1–15.*
Fall 2027 applicants: Nov. 1 is the Priority I deadline for priority consideration for available scholarships.

Apply: https://t.co/rjqyd3fbbH

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

🎓 Exploring graduate engineering at SMU?

Join the SMU Lyle Graduate Admission team for a virtual information session covering graduate programs, the Lyle experience, application requirements and timelines, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Bring your questions and connect directly with our team.

Attendees will also be eligible for an application fee waiver for an eligible active application term.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 1
⏰ 7–8 p.m. CT
💻 Virtual

Register to attend: https://t.co/dOukBJ9Kz4

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

A first look at the labs. New faces becoming familiar. And a whole lot to explore. ❤️💙

Today we welcomed our newest Mustangs to Lyle Academic Explorations and gave them a glimpse of what’s ahead.

Welcome to Lyle, Class of 2030. This is just the beginning!

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Stampede is in full swing on campus! We are kicking off the week with Opening Convocation, one of SMU’s most cherished traditions, to officially welcome new students into the SMU community.

Join us online at https://t.co/AYH4cPUZdr to help welcome our new Mustangs to the Hilltop!

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

It’s almost time. ❤️💙

A new school year means new ideas, new challenges, new friendships — and a whole lot more life in the halls of Lyle.

We can’t wait to have our students back and welcome our newest Mustangs to the Lyle community!

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

As Dr. Nader Jalili concludes his tenure as Dean of SMU Lyle, we thank him for his leadership and contributions over the past three and a half years.

As Lyle looks ahead, we share his confidence and excitement for our continued momentum and the academic year ahead. ❤️💙

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Congratulations to Dr. Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Chair of Lyle's ECE Department, on delivering a keynote at #SEFET2026 in India.

His talk explored how AI can help develop safer, more reliable fast-charging Li-ion battery packs, highlighting research from SMU Lyle's ASPEN Lab. The invitation follows another milestone for the lab with a recent IEEE Best Paper Award.

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The future of engineering is hands-on. 🤖

SMU Lyle has unveiled new Quanser-powered AI and autonomous systems labs where students gain experience with robotics, drones, autonomous vehicles, digital twins and more.

Read more: https://t.co/n17CekeHRt

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Congratulations to Kristian Perez '28 and Nomvuyo Makhathini '26 on being recognized during SMU Research & Innovation Week!

Working with Dr. Jessie Zarazaga, their interdisciplinary research in Tanzania demonstrates how engineering, health and community partnership can create lasting impact.

🌎 https://t.co/dC8Tyxi1lg

#SMULyle #ResearchWithImpact

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Congratulations to Dr. Muhsin Menekse, Executive Director of the Caruth Institute for Engineering Education, whose article on student motivation in STEM learning was named a Top-Cited Article by the Journal of Engineering Education.

His research is helping shape the future of engineering education.

🔗 https://t.co/DPuy3CP4pm

#SMULyle #EngineeringEducation #STEMEducation

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

What happens when AI agents start making decisions on their own?

SMU Lyle quantum engineering student Angel Cuenca ’27 is tackling that challenge as founder & CEO of Quantum Falcon, developing security solutions for the next generation of agentic AI systems.

His work sits at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing—and highlights why preparing for a quantum future starts today.

🔗 https://t.co/SUYeYMusSo

#QuantumEngineering #Cybersecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #QuantumComputing #SMULyle #FutureReady

[Dinesh Rajan, Ph.D. @smulyledean]

Great to welcome and congratulate our newly admitted Fall 2026 graduate students to @lyleengineering last night. Excited to see new connections forming and future collaborations taking shape as these talented engineers begin their journey with us.

Welcome to the Lyle family!

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SMU Lyle student Yaw Boateng turned a common student challenge into a startup.

Compass helps students navigate campus resources, advising and opportunities more easily. The project recently represented SMU at the 2026 ACC InVenture Prize Competition.

Read more: https://t.co/pFGIaKOPhl

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Manufacturing is evolving fast — and SMU Lyle is preparing the leaders who will shape what’s next.

SMU Lyle's M.S. in Manufacturing Leadership and Innovation combines advanced engineering, smart manufacturing and leadership strategy to prepare future-ready professionals for industry transformation.

Learn more: https://t.co/6rjkGv7N9I

#SMULyle #FutureReady #AdvancedManufacturing

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Congratulations to Dr. Janille Smith-Colin on being selected as a recipient of the 2026-27 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award!

Her research will explore how urban roadway design impacts safety, accessibility and community well-being in Kingston, Jamaica, while advancing the Safe Systems Approach in engineering education and practice.

We are proud to see Dr. Smith-Colin representing SMU Lyle on the global stage through research that drives meaningful impact. 🌎👏

#SMULyle #Fulbright #EngineeringTheFuture

[SMU Lyle School of Engineering @lyleengineering]

Congratulations to the SMU Lyle Class of 2026! 🎓

We’re incredibly proud of our graduates and all they achieved during their time at Lyle. This community is stronger because of your talent, leadership and determination.

It was an unforgettable weekend celebrating alongside family, friends, faculty — and even Buzz, our humanoid robot special guest. 🤖

We can’t wait to see what you build next. Pony Up!

#SMULyle #ClassOf2026 #EngineerTheFuture

[Dinesh Rajan, Ph.D. @smulyledean]

From Dallas to Morocco 🌍

Honored to represent @SMULyle at a global forum with leaders from 70+ countries discussing the future of AI and human civilization.

Engineering must lead in building trusted, human-centered AI systems.

#SMULyle #FutureOfAI #EngineeringLeadership