Dr. Walter Haisler, KAGS’ Exceptional Aggie
KAGS is recognizing Dr. Walter Haisler for his recent award by the Texas A&M Foundation and his work to provide a bright future for other aerospace Aggies. Author: Elisabeth Tharp Updated: 10:24 PM CDT May 10, 2021
COLLEGE STATION, Texas This KAGS Exceptional Aggie got his bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. from A&M in 1967-1970, then served as the head of the aerospace engineering department for 12 years in the late 80s-early 90s.
The Texas A&M Foundation chose Dr. Walter Haisler as a recipient of its 2020 Partner in Philanthropy award.
Dr. Haisler said he and his wife decided a long time ago to use the proceeds of their estate to do something with a long-lasting impact, so they created a scholarship endowment for aerospace engineering students.