From teaching high school physics to planning how a city moves, Lee found in Purdue's MS in Engineering Education (MSENE) a path linking engineering design, education, and public engagement, and a new career as a city transportation planner.

From engineering machines to engineering the engineer, Siddhant “Sid” Joshi applies systems thinking to study how engineers address real-world complex problems.

Joreen Arigye’s story traces her rise from western Uganda to a faculty role in U.S. computing education—an inspiring testament to perseverance, mentorship, and a passion for expanding access to STEM.

Lazlo Stepback's research focuses on the question of how students and early-career engineers construct the relationship between their personal morality and engineering ethics.

Just graduated with a PhD, Dr. Nat Gentry now works at Purdue as postdoctoral researcher studying engineering students' career development and professional skills in workforce development programs.

PhD student Brooks Leftwich is focusing his research on engineering ethics—specifically how students’ sense of social responsibility shapes their career choices.

Dr. Olivia Li transitioned from an ENE PhD student focused on how students develop systems thinking competencies to an assistant professor who is inspiring and supporting the next generation of engineers.

Attracted by the intersection of engineering, policy, and education, PhD student Nrupaja Bhide has honed cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills during her time at ENE.

ENE PhD student Artre Turner is exploring how recreational video games can teach engineering and STEM concepts.

Ryan Tang Dan enrolled in Purdue's online MS ENE program while working as a STEM instructor teaching introductory and intermediate robotics courses in New York City.

2025 ENE Outstanding Alumni Award honoree Kenneth J. Reid designed the first bachelor's degree in Engineering Education.

Working as an aerospace engineer, 2024 ENE Outstanding Alumni Award honoree Holly Matusovich wanted to understand how engineers think, what motivates them in their work and careers, and how they learn new skills.

Dr. Tamara Moore (ENE ’06) speaks about her research on STEM integration in the K-12 space.

Florida International University Assistant Professor Dr. Monique Ross (ENE ’16) talks about her research on broadening participation in computer science amongst women and minorities.

Dr. Nicole Pitterson (ENE ’15) on her research on engineering learning environments, and how students engage socially and cognitively.