Patricia and Steven L.
Sisney ’83
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Lexington, SC
Steven L. Sisney ’83 is the group president for Cooper Industries, Inc. and specifically leads the Tools and Hardware Group in Lexington, South Carolina. He graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s of science degree in industrial engineering and received an MBA from Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration. Steven accepted a job with Cooper Industries in 1987 and has held numerous leadership positions in several different states.
The education and experiences provided while attending Texas A&M created a great foundation that has allowed me to grow personally and professionally. Having benefited from prior generations of Aggies while attending Texas A&M, I have always felt a responsibility to give back to the University.
Ronald L.
Skaggs ’65
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Plano, TX
Ron Skaggs has been Chairman and CEO of HKS Architects, an internationally-renowned Dallas firm, since 1973. He joined HKS in 1970 after serving three years as a captain in the U.S. Army. He has served on the boards of the American Institute of Architects, the Texas Society of Architects, the Construction Industry President’s Forum, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, the Salvation Army and the American Architectural Foundation. He served on the Advisory Committee for Texas A&M’s successful “Capturing the Spirit” Campaign.
Clifford A.
Skiles, Jr. ’66
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Dalhart, TX
Dr. Skiles is a Consulting Veterinarian for various farming, ranching, grain business, and cattle feeding companies.
Susan R. '06 and Westin E. '08
Skinner
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Richmond, TX
Westin Skinner graduated from Texas A&M in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in ocean engineering. He was a member of the Corps of Cadets, the source of some of his favorite memories as a student.
He met his wife, Susan ’06, at A&M, and the Skinners have many happy memories of their time in school. They also attribute much of their success to the university. For Westin, experiencing the values of A&M as a student instilled a code of conduct that he says he still lives by today. Among these is the Aggie code of honor: “An Aggie does not lie, cheat or steal, nor tolerate those who do so.”
The Skinners chose to become members of the Endowed Century Club because they recognized it was important to “pay it forward for the next generation [and] to make sure A&M remains a world-class university.”
Keith R.
Slaughter ’49
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After a successful 31 years with Mobil Corporation, Keith Slaughter retired in 1984 as Project Manager for Offshore Platforms. Most of his career was in the Project Division of Mobil’s Corporate Engineering Department, working on major capital projects, both domestic and foreign. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M.
Josetta and Jerry Paul
Smith ’61
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Houston, TX
Jerry Paul Smith received a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M in 1962. Mr. Smith has been employed with Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Corp since 1962. He has held various positions in Engineering and Operations with the latest being Manager of Measurement in Houston, Texas. Mr. Smith received the Laurance Reid Award in 2002 for his contributions in the field of Hydrocarbon Measurement.
I wanted to contribute to The Association of Former Students and help them continue the important functions they perform for Texas A&M University. It is important to give back to Texas A&M so that it can continue to be one of the finest universities in the USA.
R. Michael
Smith ’87
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Azle, TX
R. Michael Smith has been a software engineering consultant with Anderson Consulting in Dallas since 1994. His experience includes designing and laying out production lines and developing process control systems, designing and implementing simulation software for the Space Division of the U.S. Air Force, and developing state of the art OSI communication for the U.S. Navy.
Chris Mark Merle
Smith Foundation
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Chris M. Smith ’85 is Chief Operating Officer of Prism Enterprises, a San Antonio medical and consumer products firm. He was with Abbott Laboratories and Kinetic Concepts before joining Prism in 1992 as VP-Sales and Marketing. Mark S. Smith ’83 is Chief Financial Officer for NASCO and had previously worked for Mbank, Citizens & Southern National Bank and Norrell Corp. Their father, Merle M. Smith, graduated from the University of Califorinia-Berkley. He serves as President and CEO of Prism Enterprises and was president of Kinetic Concepts, Shoreline Companies, Inc., and Covey Corp.
Robert
Smith III ’61
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Houston, TX
Robert Smith III received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics from Texas A&M and is a graduate of Louisiana State University’s School of Banking. After his 35 years of Navy service, he retired in 1996 as chief of staff to the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. He is senior vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank, responsible for its Houston’s branch. Smith is actively involved as a Texas A&M former student as an ardent supporter and past president of The Association of Former Students and the Dallas A&M Club and past chairman of the Texas A&M Foundation.
Dale and W. Hiram
Smith, Jr. ’49
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De Leon, TX
Hiram Smith served as owner of W.H. Smith Department Store and W.H. Smith Fruit Farm. He was president of the Texas Fruit growers, the DeLeon Chamber of Commerce and the DeLeon School Board of Trustees. Hiram earned his MBA from the University of Texas and Dale holds a degree from Texas State College for Women.
Rosemary and Jack
Smither ’42
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For David Smither, being an Aggie runs in the family, a legacy that began with his father, Jack Smither ’42. Described as David’s “hero Aggie,” Jack Smither exemplified Texas A&M’s core values and was diligent in his dedication to the university.
David Smither followed his father’s footsteps to Texas A&M, where he was involved in MSC Great Issues and served as a Fish Camp counselor. Those experiences taught him skills, helped him build friendships, and further developed his leadership abilities. In 1984, he graduated with a degree in industrial distribution. He recalls his time at Texas A&M as the “educational and leadership foundation” of his life. His Aggie experience gave him opportunities to lead early in life.
Like his father, David Smither is committed to staying connected to the university and giving back to future generations of students. Jack Smither was a long-time donor to The Association of Former Students, inspiring his son to establish an Endowed Century Club fund in his memory. For the Smither family, the Aggie legacy that began with Jack will survive through the generations of Aggies who have been and will be touched by the Smithers’ generous donations.
“All of my Aggie experiences have given me a spirit and will to win, which have stayed with me in all that I do,” David says, “Texas A&M can continue to inspire students this way if we, the former students, never walk away, stay engaged, and contribute in some way to the best of our abilities.
“Look hard at those who traveled the path before us, and find and remember what made them great. With all of those memories in our hearts, mind and souls, we can reach the next level of excellence while honoring our past.”
Carroll V.
SoRelle ’51
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Greeley, CO
Carroll SoRelle served as Chairman of the Board for the Bank of Boulder in Boulder, Colorado as well as Royal Petroleum Inc. He had a successful career with Diamond Shamrock Corporation and holds several corporate directorships.
J. Malon
Southerland ’65
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College Station, TX
Malon Southerland ’65 graduated with a degree in management and later earned both his master’s and Ph.D. in educational administration from Texas A&M University. Malon retired in 2003 after serving the University and the Division of Student Affairs with distinction for more than 35 years. His University leadership roles included serving as Assistant to the President of Texas A&M University and as the University’s first Director of Cooperative Education.
The Association is the eternal representation of what students and former students wish for Texas A&M. The Endowed Diamond Century Club lets you be a part of the future. With three degrees and 36 years of services at Texas A&M, I have a full understanding of the good future that comes with being a Texas Aggie, and I am fulfilled with that title, a Texas Aggie, for my life’s work.
Glenwood W.
Specht ’55
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Littleton, CO
After a 39-year career with Exxon Company USA, Glen Specht retired in 1944. He was assigned to the Property Management Group as a geological scientist, served on the committees for the American Association of Petroleum Geologists and was a visiting petroleum geologist in the West Texas Geological Society of Petroleum Engineers.
Carolyn and Edward
Spencer ’61
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Denison, TX
Grateful for his experience at Texas A&M, Dr. Edward Spencer has always admired how Aggies continuously care for one another.
While a student at Texas A&M, he served as a Ross Volunteer and a member of MSC SCONA and the Texas A&M Pre-Med Society. Dr. Spencer said he cherishes his days as a freshman in a Corps Army outfit while “living on the top floor of the cracked battleship dorm with two floors of Air Force outfits below him.”
He went on to serve in the Vietnam War shortly after finishing medical school at UT Southwestern, then eventually opened his own private dermatology practice and later served as the president of the Texas Dermatology Society.
Dr. Spencer welcomed his wife Carolyn into the Aggie family, and they would share the Aggie Spirit with their three sons, Brent ‘00, Todd ‘93 and Scott ’91, are of whom all are now practicing physicians in Texas.
Dr. Spencer said being an Aggie has had a positive impact on his life by reinforcing the values that were taught to him as a child while bringing him lifelong friendships.
Ronald G.
Spies ’73
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College Station, TX
Ron Spies earned a BBA in accounting from Texas A&M in 1973 and has been a licensed CPA since 1976. After a long affiliation with the organization through his audit practice, he joined The Association of Former Students’ staff in 1987 as controller. Today, as vice president and CFO, he is responsible for the fiscal well-being of the organization. He led the 2008 building enhancement project for the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center. In 2006 Ron was honored as a Fish Camp namesake in recognition of his service to Texas A&M. Ron and his wife, Debbie ’76, reside in College Station and are parents to Jeremy, Tim and Nick, and have two granddaughters, Ainsley and Lucy.
James P.
Staehs ’55
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San Jose, CA
James Staehs served as the President and Owner of Jasta, Inc., a producer of industrial electromechanical linear actuators, antenna drive pedestals and custom items. He formed Jasta in 1974 after working as general manager and owner of Engineering Corporation of America.
Earl P.
Stallings ’43
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After receiving his D.V.M. in 1943, E.P. Stallings practiced veterinary medicine in Houston until 1973. A successful rancher, he breeds registered Texas longhorn cattle. Stallings serves his alma mater on the Development Council for the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and by endowing a Presidential Endowed Scholarship and a veterinary medicine scholarship.
Janette P. ’83 and Benjamin B.
Stallings ’85
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The Woodlands, TX
Ben Stallings holds a bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering and has been an Area Sales Engineer for Production Operators, Inc. since 1995. He was previously a technical advisor with Halliburton Co. in Oklahoma City.
Jan Pierce Stallings earned a BBA degree from Texas A&M and a MBA from the University of Oklahoma. She became a Business Process Consultant with Exxon Chemical in 1996 after having been an account systems engineer with IBM in Fort Worth, Dallas, and Oklahoma City.