New Endowed Scholarship Supports Study Abroad for College of Architecture Students
The future of architecture students studying abroad is being supported by a new endowed scholarship created by Timothy Keneipp ’68, alumni of the College of Architecture. The Timothy Keneipp Study Abroad Scholarship is designed to help students within the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University pursue international experiences that broaden their perspectives and shape their futures in the field.
The first recipients of this scholarship are Irantzu Salazar ’26 and Isabella Woodhead ’26, both undergraduate architecture students.
“I am fortunate that I can help others discover their unique travel experiences as part of my legacy,” Keneipp said.
Keneipp hopes this fund will provide students with the same opportunities that significantly impacted his career.
“Study abroad opportunities are essential for architecture students, providing them with firsthand experiences of diverse cultures, design practices and architectural innovations from around the world,” said Leslie Feigenbaum, the College of Architecture’s Associate Dean for International Programs and Facilities.
Feigenbaum added, “The Timothy Keneipp Study Abroad Scholarship will empower students to gain these global perspectives, which are crucial for their academic and professional development. We are incredibly grateful for Mr. Keneipp’s generosity, which will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the future of architecture.”
Inspired by personal experience
Keneipp’s dedication to encouraging study abroad opportunities stems from his journey as a student. In 1970, while completing his Bachelor of Architecture at Texas A&M, Keneipp and his brother embarked on a six-week road trip across the western U.S. to celebrate his graduation and his brother’s return from the Vietnam War.
This trip, which they called the “Journey to the 3C’s” (Colorado, Canada, and California), ignited Keneipp’s lifelong passion for travel.
During his graduate studies at A&M, Keneipp pursued a Master of Architecture in Urban Design and became part of the first class in the newly established program.
Encouraged by his professor David Woodcock, Keneipp applied to the University of Manchester’s New Town Planning course, which let him complete his degree while studying in England.
With no formal study abroad program at A&M at the time, Keneipp planned the trip himself—booking flights, buying a Eurail Pass and preparing for a month of travel across Europe before starting the course in Manchester.
“That summer in 1971 changed everything for me,” Keneipp reflected. “It was not only the beginning of my career but also the beginning of a lifelong journey of travel and learning. I met my wife that summer, received my Master’s degree from A&M, and gained experiences that have shaped my work and outlook on architecture.”
Keneipp’s legacy
Keneipp’s commitment to travel has remained a cornerstone of his career, and he hopes to provide future generations of architecture students the opportunity to experience the world in the same way he did.
“Life’s an adventure. See the world, love others, be a great friend and help as many people as you can,” Keneipp said. “I’m excited to see where these students go, what they learn, and how they will contribute to the field,” He said. “The world is a fascinating place. Get out there and enjoy it!”
