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Morgan Hogan - 2024 Fall Scholarship Recipient

Wednesday, March 5, 2025
By: Randy Kish

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Morgan Hogan - South Texas College, Precision Manufacturing

Scholarship Amount

  • PMA Educational Foundation: $750
  • Lone Star District: $1,500
  • Total: $2,250
Morgan Hogan is a dedicated and innovative professional with a strong background in manufacturing, design engineering and user experience research. With a B.S. in Manufacturing and Design Engineering, Morgan's passion for hands-on learning and process optimization has driven their pursuit of deeper knowledge in the field. Their expertise spans from working as an Optical Lab Technician, where they managed CNC machinery and optimized lab operations, to serving as a UX Researcher at DemocracyLab, where they analyzed user behavior and improved engagement strategies.

Morgan's experience in manufacturing has fueled an ever-growing fascination with its vast applications, particularly in self-assembly, additive manufacturing and hybrid manufacturing. They envision a future where manufacturing is more accessible, and they are passionate about integrating user-centered design into fabrication spaces—creating environments where individuals can prototype, repair and innovate without reliance on global corporations.

Throughout their academic journey at South Texas College, Morgan has maintained a 4.0 GPA, earning the Gene Hauss Scholarship twice along with other academic awards. Their commitment to education is evident, as they self-fund their studies and continuously seek opportunities to advance in the field. Their long-term aspirations include either pursuing a master’s degree in manufacturing processes or materials engineering or opening a custom fabrication shop that merges user-driven design with cutting-edge manufacturing techniques.

Morgan's vision extends beyond personal success; they aim to redefine accessibility in manufacturing, bridging the gap between innovation and everyday users. By exploring self-assembly applications beyond plastics—such as in ceramics and metals—they hope to contribute to groundbreaking advancements that reduce energy consumption and labor dependency. Inspired by MIT’s Self-Assembly Lab, they see a future where products, from consumer goods to industrial components, can assemble themselves, revolutionizing efficiency in the field.

With an unwavering curiosity and a drive to push the boundaries of modern manufacturing, Morgan is poised to make a lasting impact on the industry, shaping a future where innovation and accessibility go hand in hand.