Engineering Welcomes 22 New Faculty, a Record High

Sept. 12, 2023

The college’s newest group of hires includes two new department heads, leadership for a new school, professors of practice, and experts in software engineering.

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The 2023-2024 academic year brings with it a new group of faculty members for the University of Arizona College of Engineering. Nearly two dozen new researchers and educators from across the world are joining the team, bringing expertise in areas including augmented reality, deep learning, mineral resources, quantum information science, and supply chain management.

"This is a very exciting and collaborative set of faculty," said Kathie Melde, associate dean of faculty affairs and inclusion. "After reviewing hundreds of applications, we are thrilled to welcome this diverse group of experts, including two new department heads and leadership for the School of Mining and Mineral Resources."

Mai Abdelmalek – electrical and computer engineering