Dr. Susan Montgomery

Professor

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Biography

Susan Montgomery is a dedicated educator and researcher in the field of Chemical Engineering. With a PhD from Princeton University and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, she has significantly contributed to the academic environment at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. Her teaching experience spans various courses including Heat Mass Transfer and Chemical Process Economics, as well as her role as a collegiate lecturer. Throughout her career, she has focused on diverse student populations, reflecting her commitment to educational equity. Montgomery has held several leadership positions including directing the Multimedia Education Laboratory and serving as the Chief Undergraduate Program Advisor. She has received numerous awards acknowledging her contributions towards empowering underrepresented students in engineering, such as the Dr. Mildred Tirado “Lucha” Award and the Willie Hobbs Moore Achievement Award. Her research interests encompass the incorporation of innovative teaching methods and addressing the needs of diverse engineering students. Montgomery is a member of several academic honor societies and has contributed to significant publications in educational engineering. Her academic career spans decades with a focus on promoting success in the engineering field.

Research Interests

Experience

Academic Coach

2018-01-01 — Present

Engineering Center Academic Success • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Support students in navigating academic challenges in engineering.

G. Brymer Williams Collegiate Lecturer

2012-01-01 — 2022-01-01

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Lectured on Chemical Engineering courses and engaged in curriculum development.

Lecturer IV

1999-01-01 — 2022-01-01

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Conducted lectures and practical lab sessions in Chemical Engineering.

Director, Multimedia Education Laboratory

1993-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Oversaw multimedia resources and supported instructional technology for Engineering.

Director Undergraduate Studies

2017-01-01 — 2019-01-01

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Managed undergraduate programs and academic advising for Chemical Engineering.

Awards

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Dr. Mildred Tirado “Lucha” Award

2021-01-01
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Willie Hobbs Moore Luncheon Achievement Award

2019-01-01
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Golden Apple Award Nominee

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SHPE Region 6 Advisor Year

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ASEE Spread Word/Campus Representative Award

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