About
Michael Rizk is an Assistant Professor of the Practice of Biomedical Engineering and Assistant Director of the Duke Engineering First Year Experience at Duke University. His work focuses on first-year engineering education with a particular emphasis on design pedagogy.
- Education: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University (2008)
- Key Roles: Assistant Professor of the Practice, Assistant Director of First-Year Experience
- Teaching: EGR 101L (Engineering Design and Communication), BME 271D (Signals and Systems)
His research explores educational frameworks connecting design principles with student skill development, emphasizing equitable teamwork dynamics and pedagogical interventions. Recent publications analyze collaborative learning structures in first-year engineering courses.
While no formal scientific awards are mentioned, his contributions to engineering education are documented through presentations at the ASEE Annual Conference (2020-2023). His work has also been highlighted in Duke Gardens initiatives that transform teaching methodologies.
