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Haritha Malladi is an Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Director of First-Year Engineering at the University of Delaware. She holds a B.Tech from National Institute of Technology, Warangal (India), and M.S./Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University (NCSU). Her research focuses on sustainability in infrastructure, transportation engineering education, and innovative teaching methods. She previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Lafayette College and conducted postdoctoral research at NCSU on pavement preservation techniques funded by NCDOT.
- Education:
- B.Tech, Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Warangal (India)
- M.S. & Ph.D., Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University
Her work bridges engineering education and community engagement, emphasizing data-driven strategies and citizen science. Research themes include first-year engineering curriculum design, near-peer mentorship models, and integrating sustainability into teaching. She also explores experiential learning modules for large-enrollment courses, adapting to hybrid and online modalities. Recent efforts include NSF-funded projects on team conflict resolution and REU site initiatives for sustainable transportation systems.
Her articles highlight advancements in simulated learning environments, team dynamics analysis, and scalable educational frameworks. She advocates for inclusive STEM outreach through hands-on coastal engineering projects and podcast-based learning tools.
