Dr. Lingzi Wu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lingzi Wu is the founder and director of the CIRCUIT Lab (Critical Infrastructure Resilience Construction Under Innovation & Technology) at the University of Washington. She serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management and has a prior background as a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. Wu received her MSc and PhD in Construction Engineering Management in 2013 and 2020, respectively. She is passionate about research that intersects everyday life and the philosophy of living and learning. Her curiosity drives her to discover new ideas and technologies, constantly challenging the status quo to improve the world through the development of state-of-the-art technologies and interdisciplinary methods. Her research aims to solve practical challenges and advance knowledge in the fields of engineering management, making a significant, visible impact on society and people's daily lives. As an educator, she is dedicated to creating a stimulating, inclusive, and equitable learning environment for students, aiming to positively influence them by helping them think, act, and feel confidently. Wu's teaching and mentoring are her greatest achievements, and she strives to help students achieve their full potential.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.