American Society of Heating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
David C.J. Peters' contributions to Southland Industries went beyond his technical expertise and innovations — he had a passion for recruiting talented engineering students and nurturing their potential. As a senior vice president at Southland, his vision for the future of engineering inspired many. After his passing in 2011, the ASHRAE David C.J. Peters Scholarship was created to honor his legacy and commemorate his unwavering dedication towards supporting young engineers. This scholarship has been awarded to some of the brightest minds in the industry, enabling them to continue fulfilling Dave's vision for the future of engineering.
Angel Luna, an architectural engineering student from Texas A&M University, was recently awarded the 2025-2026 scholarship.
Learn more about this year's scholarship winner here.
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As an MEP building systems expert, Southland Industries provides integrated, full lifecycle solutions that optimize the design, construction, operation, and efficiency of buildings. Through collaborative partnerships with our clients and the collective expertise of our people, we create premier built environments and future-ready spaces where communities and businesses can thrive.
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