Dr. Shana Mcalexander

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shana L. McAlexander is an Assistant Research Professor in the Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Duke University. She serves as Associate Director of the aiM Program (Harnessing AI Understanding & Designing Materials), which includes grant operations and is supported by the National Science Foundation. McAlexander’s work focuses on STEM education, specifically representation in science and engineering careers, access to internships, and the professional development of undergraduate and graduate students. Her research also emphasizes the importance of teamwork and interdisciplinary approaches in science. McAlexander holds a B.S. from Pacific University, an M.B.A. from Elon University, an M.Ed. from North Carolina State University, and a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University, which she attained in 2021.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)