TRIBUTE
A Tribute to Karin & Bowen loftin
BRYAN, TX - The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly presents: Bright Stars and Bow Ties: A Tribute to Karin & Bowen Loftin at the Miramont Country Club on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The evening will begin with cocktails at 6 pm followed by dinner at 7 pm. It is a wonderful opportunity to thank them for all of the outstanding support they have given our community over the years. It will be an evening filled with great food, humorous and entertaining stories, music, and fun.
Reserved tables are almost sold out; individual tickets are $250 and guests may call the Museum and request individual tickets. Cancellations do occur and seats will become available through January 10.
Can't attend, but want to honor Karin & Bowen? Contributions to the Museum in their honor will be recognized at the event.
Tickets are also on sale for a stunning David Gardner North Star Diamond and 18K Gold Pendant with 18k Gold and 18' Adjustable Chain, valued at $9,200 and donated by David Gardner's Jewelers.
The drawing will take place at the Tribute on January 10. Attendance is not required to win. Tickets are $50 each or 5 for $200, and can be purchased online, at the Museum, or at the Tribute.
Please join us to honor Karin & Bowen! Call the Museum to reserve a table or seat and/or pay by credit card: 979-776-2195. Checks may also be mailed to: BMNH, Attn: Tribute to Karin & Bowen, 3232 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, Texas 77802.
Together, they are an amazing team, who continue to volunteer time and resources to numerous community activities.
Karin has an impressive background working as a research scientist studying immunology at the University of Texas Medical Branch, and the Texas M.D. Anderson Hospital and Tumor Institute. Her contributions include working at NASA at the Johnson Space Center where her research involved environmental physiology. Her research and published papers span a variety of disciplines including the health and biological safety of infectious agents and recombinant DNA. She is an active community volunteer, serving Bryan/College Station Sister Cities International, City of Bryan Park and Recreation, among others, and is an equestrian expert who has received many awards including her recent induction in the Dressage Foundation's Century Club.
In addition to his years of service as a research scientist, professor, and administrator, Bowen has worked tirelessly for the community on many boards and committees. His love of students is well known, and during his tenure as President of Texas A&M University, he was a remarkable force for student morale. He has received numerous awards including: the University of Houston Downtown Award for excellence in Teaching and in Service, the NASA Public Service Medal, and was named Distinguished Alumnus of Texas A& M University in 2020. He has more than 100 technical publications and a personal memoir.
Both Bowen and Karin served Texas A&M University for many years, and continue to be a positive force not only for the University, but also for the community! Karine & Bowen bring energy, commitment, and passion to all they do and their generosity and kindness continues to demonstrate the great love they freely give to the Brazos Valley. The Museum is proud to honor them for all they do for our community.
For more information call 979-776-2195, visit the Museum's website, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
"Karin & Bowen represent the best of the Brazos Valley. Their loving and generous contributions make our community a better place to live," said Deborah Cowman, Executive Director of the Museum. "Their commitment, enthusiasm, and kindness is contagious. Were proud to honor them for all they've done to improve our community's quality of life."
Karin has shown remarkable leadership in biomedical research, as an outstanding equestrian dressage rider, and as an extraordinary volunteer in many community organizations. Bowen's distinguished career as a physicist and in many critical public servant leadership positions, including his years as President at Texas A&M University is also inspirational.
