Richardson, Texas – February 24, 2009 – Presagis™, a leading provider of commercial-off-the shelf (COTS) modeling, simulation and embedded display graphics software, today announced it has joined the Texas A&M University Visualization Industry Partners (VIP) board.

"The fast-paced demands of the modeling and simulation community require universities to stay one step ahead of the industry," said Chris Henderson, Vice President of Product Development at Presagis. "Our desire is to ensure students have a comprehensive understanding of professional visualization and simulation needs and to ultimately foster innovation at the academic level."

Working with a group of select companies, Presagis will provide advice and counsel to the Texas A&M University Visualization Department Head and faculty regarding curriculum, research, outreach activities, and continuing education. Presagis and the VIP board will help to ensure students are knowledgeable about industry trends, needed skill sets and best practices.

"Our goal is to prepare students not only for the job they want today, but for the career they'll have 10 years from now," said Tim McLaughlin, Head of the Department of Visualization. "To accomplish this we must tap into the expertise offered by industry leaders such as Presagis. The technology changes so fast that teaching the tools doesn't work. We strive instead to teach innovative thinking coupled with practical skills. That's why partnering with Presagis is so important. They think this way every day on every project. They know where the technology is headed and will help us prepare our students for any career path they choose in digital visualization."

As a VIP board member Presagis will participate with faculty, students, staff and other selected industry leaders in regular meetings to offer its insights and experiences. Other VIP board members include leading animated film and visual effects studios.

About the Texas A&M University Department of Visualization & VIP program

The Texas A&M University Department of Visualization academic programs aim to produce leaders in the fields where art and science merge, offering degrees such as Bachelor's of Environmental Design, Visual Studies, and Master's of Science in Visualization Sciences.The Visualization Industry Partners (VIP) is a group of Professionals willing to help the Department form and achieve educational, research and service goals. Specifically, the VIP aims to improve the Department's knowledge of professional needs and practices, to keep professional affiliates informed about the Departments research and teaching goals, and to assist the Department to prepare students for real-world careers, to place students in those careers, and to facilitate department/professional collaborations.

About Presagis

Presagis is a world leader in commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) modeling, simulation, and embedded display graphics software, and creator of the first unified COTS modeling and simulation software portfolio for the global aerospace and defense markets. Presagis is built on a combined legacy of innovation and service, delivering superior customer value through rapid technology advancement. The company services more than 1,000 active customers worldwide, including many of the world's most respected organizations such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, BAE Systems and CAE. For more information, visit www.presagis.com.

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