THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (November 20, 2006) – Dr. Mary Jane Hagenson, vice president of research and technology of Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP (Chevron Phillips Chemical) recently received the Professional Achievement Citation in Engineering (PACE) award from Iowa State University. Designed to recognize superior technical or professional accomplishments in research, development, administration, education, and other engineering activities, the award honors alumni who are known for their professional competence and creativity. Hagenson was one of three individuals selected from over 39,000 living graduates of Iowa State University’s College of Engineering.

“It gives me great personal satisfaction to see one of our own continue to prosper in her chosen field,” said Dr. George Burnet, chairman of the College of Engineering’s Honors and Awards Committee. “Mary Jane proved to be a superior student during her time at Iowa State University and her achievements are a remarkable mix of technical advancements and inspired administration.”

Hagenson received a bachelor of science degree in physics and mathematics in 1974, and master of science and doctorate degrees in biomedical engineering in 1976 and 1980, respectively, from Iowa State University. She has authored more than 20 technical papers and holds seven U.S. patents. Hagenson began her career with Phillips Petroleum Company in 1984 as a senior research scientist in Research and Development. In 1991, she became technology planning coordinator and in 1992, transitioned into the chemicals business group where she progressed through a series of managerial positions to be named vice president for specialty chemicals in 1998.  In 2000 Hagenson was named vice president of Research and Technology for Chevron Phillips Chemical.

Hagenson is active in her church and the community and also serves on Iowa State University’s Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering’s Industrial Advisory Council.  Additionally, she is a Governor of the Iowa State University Foundation, and past chair of the College of Engineering Industrial Advisory Council.