Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM
We’re Kathy Kale Nelson and Linda LaTourelle — co-hosts of Ordinarily Extraordinary: Conversations with Women in STEM.
Our mission is to amplify the voices of ordinary women doing extraordinary work in science, technology, engineering, and math.
We’re deeply committed to:
- Normalizing the presence of women in STEM by making their stories visible
- Building community for women who may be the only ones like them in their workplace
- Educating listeners about the wide variety of STEM careers — and what they actually look like
- Empowering growth and retention by addressing the challenges behind the leaky pipeline
From early-career professionals to experienced leaders in a wide variety of STEM fields, our guests share how they got started, how they’ve grown, and what they’ve learned along the way. This podcast is a space where women in STEM can be seen, heard, and supported — because representation isn’t just powerful, it’s essential.
Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM
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
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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
