Dr. Jeria Quesenberry

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Biography

Jeria Quesenberry is a Teaching Professor in the Information Systems department and serves as the Associate Dean of Faculty in the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University. Her teaching is centered at the intersection of technology, strategy, and society, focusing on courses such as information systems consulting, computing ethics, business analytics, and web development. Dr. Quesenberry emphasizes real-world engagement and project-based learning, often leading students in client-based consulting projects that critically explore how technology shapes and is shaped by social contexts. She earned her Ph.D. in Information Sciences and Technology from Penn State University. Prior to her academic career, she worked as a technology consultant for Accenture. Dr. Quesenberry's research interests include cultural influences on the technology field, particularly regarding social inclusion, career values, and organizational change, with a goal to broaden participation in the tech sector. She has published in prominent journals and has co-authored several books on gender and technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Teaching Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Teaching courses related to Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University, emphasizing real-world engagement and project-based learning.

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.