معرفی
Dr. Dominic Halsmer serves as a Senior Professor of Engineering at Oral Roberts University (ORU), embodying ORU's Whole Person concept through his integration of faith, athleticism, and academic excellence. He earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA in 1992.
- Education:
- B.S., M.S. - Purdue University (Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering)
- Ph.D. - UCLA (Mechanical Engineering)
Halsmer's research bridges engineering principles with theological inquiry, focusing on spacecraft dynamics and the design of the universe as evidence of divine purpose. His work has involved undergraduate teams in developing instruments to test spacecraft stability under thrust and exploring astrophysical implications of cosmological engineering.
Scientific Awards:
- NASA/ASEE Summer Faculty Fellowship (1996, 1997) at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
A committed Christian, Halsmer actively engages with students through informal activities like lunchtime runs, while maintaining his role as a husband to Kate (his high school sweetheart) and father to four children aged 15-23. His career spans over 30 years of teaching and research at ORU.
