Alex Landon

Alex Landon is a Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering, serving as Director of the Cullen Honors Program and the UH Grand Challenge Scholars Program. She specializes in first-year honors engineering education with a focus on applied problem-solving in community contexts. Prior to her academic role, she held senior leadership positions in education technology startups and worked in management consulting and renewable energy sectors.

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Princeton University
• Master’s, Harvard Business School

Her research interests bridge engineering pedagogy, educational technology, and interdisciplinary community-driven problem-solving. She integrates real-world challenges into undergraduate curricula to enhance student engagement and societal impact.

Landon’s professional background includes industry experience in business innovation and sustainable energy, complementing her academic mission to connect engineering education with practical applications.