Mechanical engineering professor Sushil Bhavnani to retire after 36 years

After 36 years of research and instruction in thermal management, heat transfer and phase-change cooling, Sushil Bhavnani is ready for a phase change of his own — retirement.

The Henry M. Burt, Jr. professor of mechanical engineering, who arrived at Auburn in 1987, received numerous awards during his career, including the Burt Professorship and the Auburn Alumni Professorship. In 2021, he was named Advisor of the Year for his work with the Indian Student Association. Additionally, he is a three-time winner of the Outstanding Mechanical Engineering Faculty Member award.

A reception honoring Bhavnani will be held Friday, July 28 from 3:30-5 p.m. in Shelby Center's Lowe grand foyer.