Dr. Lori Donovan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lori Donovan serves as the Associate Director of External Engagement at the University of Michigan School of Information, where she plays a vital role in connecting external clients with students to apply their expertise to real-world issues. As an alumnus of UMSI (Master of Science in Information, 2010), she understands the transformative power of project-based learning in preparing students for their future careers. Her work in building and sustaining community-focused programs is complemented by her experience in supporting organizations through initiatives like the Internet Archive, which emphasizes accessible, capacity-building support for growth. With a background in Environmental History and Political Science from Boise State University, Lori enjoys spending time with her family, carting her kids on a cargo bike, and exploring the outdoors.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science