Racheida Lewis

Racheida Lewis, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia (UGA), contributing to the field of engineering education. Her research focuses on student experiences, diversity, and equity in engineering, with a particular emphasis on underrepresented groups, international students, and pandemic impacts. She holds expertise in curriculum design, outreach programs, and addressing socioeconomic barriers in STEM.

Dr. Lewis explores topics such as workplace transition challenges for queer engineering students, the role of faculty in supporting international students, and the effects of the GRE on graduate admissions. Her work often employs innovative methodologies like SenseMaker® to analyze student mental health and self-care priorities during crises.

Her research publications highlight trends in online learning adaptations during the pandemic, faculty development strategies, and the design of scalable K-12 outreach programs like the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids. Dr. Lewis actively engages with real-world challenges, such as creating pathways for marginalized groups in engineering through summer camps and addressing systemic inequities exacerbated by global crises.

Her contributions span theoretical frameworks for equity in education to actionable insights for institutions, reflecting a commitment to fostering inclusive and resilient engineering communities.