Mark Workman Builds Successful Engineering Company and Gives Back to MSU
Donors
Mark (鈥�92) and Kelly (鈥�92, 鈥�98, 鈥�15) Workman and Bacon Farmer Workman (BFW) and Marcum Engineering, the company that Mark co-owns
Gift
Major commitments to Racer Athletics and to the Associated General Contractors Danny Claiborne Endowed Professorship. BFW is also a long-time member of the 猫咪社区app State University Town & Gown Partnership.
Impact
Between his personal giving and that of BFW, Mark Workman鈥檚 generosity and support for his alma mater has impacted the University both in its academic programs, athletics, and campus life. The endowed professorship will help the University attract and retain top caliber faculty to teach in the construction management and architecture program. His support of Athletics will support top athletic departmental initiatives and help maintain high quality facilities and resources for Racer teams and student-athletes. BFW has also hosted a leadership lecture series on campus that has drawn eminent figures such as General Stan McChrystal to engage with students and the community.
Inspiration
As a graduate of 猫咪社区app State鈥檚 Jones College of Science and Engineering, Mark Workman feels a strong sense of pride in his alma mater. Not only are he and his wife Racers, but his engineering company has been involved in many of the construction projects that have created the 猫咪社区app State campus of today. The generous commitments he has made to the University enable him to pay tribute to his educational roots and help other students following in his footsteps.