November 8, 2009
Dr. Isaac C. Sanchez, professor of chemical engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, received the Award for Service to Society from the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. The award recognizes Sanchez's concern for the common good, willingness to give time and comfort, and the ability to draw together varied resources to solve problems. Sanchez has served as the volunteer director of Austin's citywide Homeless Breakfast Program since 1996.
More on Dr. Sanchez's contributions to the program appear at http://www.engr.utexas.edu/news/articles/20040115625/index.cfm.
Sanchez holds the William J. (Bill) Murray, Jr. Endowed Chair of Engineering and he is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.
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