Dr. Joanna Tsenn

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joanna Tsenn is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, obtained in 2016, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 2010, Dr. Tsenn has focused her academic career on enhancing engineering education. Her primary research interests include engineering education with a specific emphasis on capstone design and teamwork. This research aims to improve undergraduate engineering education and prepare students for real-world challenges. Dr. Tsenn's contributions to her field have been recognized through multiple awards, reflecting her commitment to teaching and student development. She has been honored with the SWE Emerging Engineering Educator Award in 2024, the College of Engineering Instructional Faculty Teaching Award in 2023, and several other accolades for her outstanding teaching and faculty contributions.

Research Interests

Awards

#2024

SWE Emerging Engineering Educator Award

#2023

College of Engineering Instructional Faculty Teaching Award

#2023

Industry Advisory Council Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award

#2022

Peggy L. Charles Brittan ’65 Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award

#2017

Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Council Outstanding Faculty Contribution Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.