127. Dr. Audra Morse- Dean, Professor, Civil Environmental and Geospatial Engineering

Dr. Audra Morse, Dean of the College of Engineering at Michigan Tech, is a distinguished professional with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and degrees in Environmental Engineering. Her journey from student to dean highlights the importance of rigorous academic challenges and hands-on learning in shaping successful careers in STEM. Dr. Morse emphasizes the changing dynamics of engineering education, including the impact of COVID-19 on learning styles and the crucial role of resilience. The conversation underscores the need for a supportive environment from faculty and parents to help students navigate college life and excel in STEM fields. What do we talk about in this episode? The Role and Responsibilities of a Dean in Engineering Challenging the Status Quo in Engineering Practices Women in Engineering: Progress and Challenges Addressing the Engineering Shortage: Education and Retention Strategies Preparing for Engineering: Advice for Students and Parents Music used in the podcast: Higher Up , Silverman Sound Studio You can support my podcast on Patreon here : https://patreon.com/user?u=72701887 Michigan Tech - Dean, College of Engineering Michigan Tech As Dean of the College of Engineering, Audra Morse seeks to enhance the world-class research, scholarship, and innovation Michigan Tech provides. Connect with Dr. Audra Morse here on Linkedin

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