Michael Alden Roller

Michael Alden Roller, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University Northwest. He is a professional designer, researcher, and consultant specializing in user experience (UX) design, user interface (UI) design, and experiential learning methodologies.

• Education: Ph.D. in Technology (Computer Graphics) from Purdue University
• Teaching: Focuses on UX/UI design, usability testing, and interaction design
• Research: Explores experiential learning's impact on post-industrial design communities

His research emphasizes authentic preparation of design practitioners for modern challenges. Recent publications analyze design sprints, empathy development in design education, and 3D visualization tools for scientific data. Roller has produced interdisciplinary work spanning materials science, digital design pedagogy, and human-computer interaction.

• 2023 Teaching Incentive Program (TIP) Award recipient
• 2018 Effective College Teaching Practices Fellow
• Certified Usability Analyst (Human Factors International)
• Quality Matters-certified online educator

Contact: rollerm@pnw.edu | (219) 989-2354 | Hammond, Anderson Building 208J