Siaroon and Narit P.
Jivasantikarn ’71
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Lampang, Thailand
Narit Jivasantikarn is President of Lamp-Tech College, which instructs 3,000 students in auto mechanics, electric power, electronics, surveying, constructions, architecture and computers. He worked briefly for Goodyear, managed a plant for Thai Pruorite Processing Co. and was a building contractor before founding Lamp-Tech College in 1980. He designed and constructed the buildings of his college as well as a public library where monks and college graduates research the Bali and Sanskrit languages.
Jean and Skip
Johnson Jr. ’52
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College Station, TX
After a 30-year career with Gulf Oil Corporation directing engineering and operations for plants in Europe, Louisiana and Texas, Johnson did consulting and managed operations for PSE, Inc., DESTEC Energy and General Atomics. While at Texas A&M, Johnson earned Distinguished Student recognition and was a boxing champion.
Hiram
Johnson, III ’74
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Fort Worth, TX
After graduating from Texas A&M with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Hiram Johnson began work with ARCO Oil and Gas Company. He served as ARCO’s Prudhoe Bay Field Manager. His assignments ranged from Engineering Manager to Asset Manager in locations including Dallas, Denver, Midland and Anchorage.
Johnita D. '83 and Bill B. '81
Jones
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Austin, TX
Johnita D. '83 and Bill B. '81 Jones Endowed Century Club Fund
Pamela and Robert M.
Jones ’71
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San Antonio, TX
Robert Jones has been an anesthesiologist in private practice since 1985. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and was named Intern of the Year while serving his internship and residency in general surgery and anesthesiology with the Bexar County Hospital District. Jones was given a Physician Recognition Award from the American Medical Association.
Truman R.
Jones Jr. ’43
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Truman Jones served as the Technical Director for construction materials at Vulcan Materials Company. He also was a instructor, professor and research engineer for Texas A&M University, Texas Engineering Experiment Station and Texas Transportation Institute.
Jessie W. and Leland T.
Jordan
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Leland Jordan managed Gulf Oil operations in Venezuela and headed the Kuwait Oil Company, Ltd. from its creation in 1948 until his retirement in 1962. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for service to British interests in Kuwait.
Jessie Jordan was active in state and national patriotic organizations. She endowed the Jordan Institute for International Awareness at A&M after her husband’s death in 1976.
Kelly P. ’86 and Robert E.
Jordan ’85
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Flower Mound, TX
Bob Jordan ’85 is senior vice president enterprise spend management for Southwest Airlines. He graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s of science degree in computer science and received his MBA in 1986. Bob has served 17 years with Southwest Airlines in various leadership positions.
His wife, Kelly ’86 graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s of arts degree in history. Kelly held various teaching positions through 1997, and has since been a homemaker.
As we began making college plans with our daughter this year, it became a time to remember all the great times we had while attending A&M, and how much of an impact A&M has had on our lives. From meeting each other in Sbisa to the values A&M instills in its students, our lives have been shaped by that time. Jobs on campus, scholarships, student loans, and the generosity of others helped us graduate, and we wanted to give just a little bit back.
Scott D.
Josey ’79
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Houston, TX
Scott graduated from Texas A&M in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, he received an MBA from The University of Texas and a Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering from The University of Houston. He has served as Chairman of the Board of Mariner Energy, Inc. since August 2001. In October 2002, Scott was also appointed Chief Executive Officer and in February 2005 was appointed President. From 2000 to 2001, he served as Vice President of Enron North American Corp. and co-managed its Energy Capital Resources group, which provided structured capital to the energy industry. From 1995 to 2000, Scott was the co-founder of Sagestone Capital, which provided investment banking services to the oil and gas industry and managed two funds for Commonfund Capital, a large fund of funds for college and university endowments. From 1991-1993, he was a Director with Enron Capital & Trade Resources Corp. in its energy finance group. Prior to Enron, he spent 11 years with Texas Oil & Gas Corp working in all phases of its drilling, production, pipeline, corporate planning and commercial activities. He is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the Independent Producers Association of America. He serves on the Board of the Bellville Hospital Foundation. Scott serves The Association of Former Students as a Representative at Large. Scott and his wife, Holly, have three children, Luke, Zachary and Reese.
Elizabeth K. and William F.
Kalinec, Jr. '65
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Montgomery, TX
Elizabeth K. and William F. Kalinec, Jr. '65 Endowed Century Club Fund
Larry J.
Karambis ’03
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Houston, TX
Larry Karambis is the President and CEO of Bison Energy Partners, Ltd. in Houston, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Petroleum Engineering. Larry also received an Associate of Science degree from Montgomery College and Horizontal Well Technology Practices from the University of Tulsa. He is a current member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers.
Richard
Kardys ’67
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San Antonio, TX
Richard Kardys ’67 is the Group Executive Vice President of Frost National Bank and manages the bank’s Financial Management Group, which includes trust, brokerage, and insurance offices throughout the state. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Government and holds a J.D. degree from the University of Texas School of Law. Richard is on the boards of The Association of Former Students, of the 12th Man Foundation, Oblate School of Theology, and the Air Force Village Foundation.
Barbara ’82 and Pat
Kasper ’80
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College Station, TX
Barbara Kasper ’82 earned a bachelor’s degree in health education. After seven years in the banking industry, she joined The Association of Former Students’ team in 1989. She started as director of annual giving and today leads The Association’s development operations, including the Endowed Century Club, Aggie Ring Scholarships and capital giving. She also coordinates fundraising for the enhancements to the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center, an effort that has raised more than $16.8 million to date. She is active in the Brazos County A&M Club and Brazos County Aggie Moms, and in 1998 she was honored as a Fish Camp namesake. Pat Kasper ’80 received his bachelor’s degree in engineering technology. He began his career in the oil industry before joining Bryan Texas Utilities in 1986. He retired in 2009 as division manager of electric transmission, managing the 24-hour dispatch center, 21 substations and 120 miles of transmission lines. He continues to work as a consultant and on special projects. His volunteer service has included 4-H, his church, The Association of Former Students and the Brazos County A&M Club.
Pat and Barbara have a son, Kyle ’11, and a daughter, Jennifer ’14.
Our favorite tradition is Aggie Muster—“Once an Aggie,always an Aggie.” It is comforting to know every Aggie is remembered by their comrades and they will answer “Here” when we can no longer answer for ourselves. Another is the Corps of Cadets. Although we have always had tremendous respect and appreciation for the Corps, it was enhanced the last four years by our son’s experience and growth. The traditions and camaraderie are unmatched. Stepoff, March-in, Final Review—all stir tremendous pride and emotion toward Texas A&M.
Beverly and Daniel E.
Kasprowicz ’61
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Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
Dan Kasprowicz graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering in 1961. In 1962, Dan enlisted in the United Stated Air Force, stationed at Kelly AFB and Misawa AFB in Japan. Dan received the Air Force Commendation Medal and retired as Captain in 1967. He then went to work for Armco Steel, in Houston as an engineer. In 1968, Dan went to work at Southwest Bell Telephone and retired from there 25 years later as the Division Manager-Network.
A&M gave me the opportunity to grow, learn and mature. I learned the values of friendship and duty. I hope someone will benefit from their time at A&M as I was fortunate to do. The bond between Aggies always meant you could find a friend wherever your life’s journey took you. The Aggie Network is a living, breathing reality.
Wanda and Claude B.
Keever Jr. ’44
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Claude Keever graduated under the accelerated program in 1943. He retired in 1980 after a 32-year career with Exxon Company U.S.A. Keever started as a roustabout with Humble Company (later renamed Exxon) and was promoted through various accounting positions to Senior Auditor in 1956, and named to Headquarters Controllers group in 1963.