Eriez Executive VP Mike Mankosa Inducted into Virginia Tech’s Academy of Engineering Excellence
Eriez® is proud to announce that Dr Michael J. Mankosa, Executive Vice President of Global Technology at Eriez, has been inducted into the Academy of Engineering Excellence at Virginia Tech. This prestigious accolade recognises alumni whose careers have been marked by outstanding innovation and leadership, leaving a lasting impact on the engineering profession.
Dr Mankosa is one of only five alumni chosen for the Academy’s 2025 cohort, joining an elite group of fewer than 200 inductees from over 82,000 living graduates of Virginia Tech’s College of Engineering. Founded in 1999, the Academy remains one of the university’s highest honours.
A three-time graduate of Virginia Tech (BSc 1984, MSc 1986, PhD 1990, all in Mining and Minerals Engineering), Mankosa has spent his career advancing mineral processing science and technology. He holds 70 U.S. and international patents, has published 115 technical and scientific papers, and has secured over $2 million in research funding. His leadership has kept Eriez at the forefront of innovation in advanced separation technologies.
“Receiving one of the highest honours from my alma mater is deeply meaningful,” said Mankosa. “Virginia Tech provided the foundation for my professional journey, and I’m proud to have built my career on that experience.”
Jaisen Kohmuench, President and CEO of Eriez, commented, “Mike’s dedication to innovation and engineering excellence has not only propelled Eriez forward but has also inspired peers and shaped the global mining sector. As a fellow Virginia Tech alumnus, I’m thrilled to see the university recognise his remarkable achievements.”
This year’s Virginia Tech Academy of Engineering Excellence inductees are:
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Maria A. Bothwell of Alexandria, Virginia
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Thomas (Ted) Hume of Haymarket, Virginia
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Navin Manjooran of Windermere, Florida
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Michael J. Mankosa of Erie, Pennsylvania
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Roshan Sabapathypillai Roeder of Highland, Maryland
To learn more about Virginia Tech’s Academy of Engineering Excellence, visit https://news.vt.edu.
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