Catherine A. Twyman

Catherine A. Twyman is an Advanced Instructor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech's College of Engineering. She joined full-time in 2019 and teaches ENGE 1215 (Foundations of Engineering I) and ENGE 1216 (Foundations of Engineering II). Prior to this, she taught first-year engineering courses at New River Community College (2016–2019), where she founded and advised the ThinSat Club, focusing on data collection and transmission during low-Earth orbit missions.

Education:

• M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, 2015
• B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, 2011

Research & Teaching Interests: Ms. Twyman’s work emphasizes hands-on engineering education and aerospace applications, particularly through experiential learning initiatives like the ThinSat Club. Her focus areas include satellite technology, orbital mechanics, and innovative pedagogical strategies to engage early-career engineers.

Professional Affiliation: Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

Advising & Teams: Founded and led the ThinSat Club at New River Community College, fostering student engagement in space-related engineering projects. No grants or awards explicitly listed in the text.