Penn Engineering is pleased to announce the establishment of a new scholarly professorship, the Hibbert Professor, which has been awarded to inaugural recipient Michael J. Mitchell, Professor in Bioengineering.
The new professorship, which recognizes outstanding achievement in research, teaching and innovation in engineering health, was endowed through the generosity of Alister M. Hibbert and Sharon N. Hibbert, both dedicated supporters of Penn Engineering and proud parents of two students currently enrolled in the School.
A scholarly professorship, or named faculty position, is one of the highest honors a faculty member can receive from an academic institution. Such an appointment increases a faculty member’s distinction and validates the individual’s work, elevating their influence at Penn and beyond.
Beyond their support of Penn Engineering, the Hibberts are committed philanthropists who advance educational opportunity through charitable giving, including support for initiatives that provide training, resources and infrastructure to schools in underserved communities in Africa. In establishing this professorship, they have demonstrated their commitment to advancing education and research at Penn Engineering, helping to attract and support exceptional faculty for generations to come.
