Agnes d’Entremont

Agnes d’Entremont is a Professor of Teaching in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Dean Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) pro tem at the Faculty of Applied Science, University of British Columbia. She holds degrees from McGill University (B.Eng) and UBC (M.A.Sc, Ph.D), with professional credentials as a P.Eng, Fellow of the Canadian Society for Engineering in Education (FCEEA), and member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE). Her work bridges biomechanics research and innovative engineering education.

**Research & Teaching**: Agnes specializes in human joint biomechanics using MRI technology, particularly childhood hip disorders in collaboration with BC Children’s Hospital. Her teaching focuses on biomechanics, dynamics, and interdisciplinary outreach, including pioneering courses like APSC 366 ('The Art of the Possible') for non-engineering students. She emphasizes experiential learning, team-based projects, and open educational resources (OER).

**Awards**: Notable recognitions include the 2021 BCcampus Open Education Award, 2020 ASEE Outstanding New Educator Award, and the 2020 Killam Teaching Prize. Her scholarship addresses systemic barriers in STEM through equity-focused curriculum design and outreach program evaluation.

**Leadership**: She leads initiatives on EDI in engineering education, competency mapping for inclusion, and policy analysis on affirmative action. Her OER projects (e.g., Mechanics Map, Mechanics WeBWork Problems) prioritize accessibility and collaborative learning.

**Collaborations**: Agnes collaborates across disciplines and institutions, including partnerships with BC Children’s Hospital and national engineering education associations (ASEE, CEEA). Her work aims to democratize engineering knowledge and foster societal engagement with technical decisions.