Jeremi London

Jeremi London is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Assistant Provost of Academic Opportunity and Belonging at Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering. She leads programs like the Posse Scholars Program and First-Generation initiatives, focusing on broadening undergraduate access to academic opportunities. Her expertise spans engineering education research, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). She has secured over $5.8M in grants and authored over 100 publications. London previously chaired the American Society for Engineering’s Diversity Commission and has held roles at the NSF, GE-Healthcare, and Anheuser-Busch.

Education:

• Ph.D. Engineering Education, Purdue University (2014)
• M.S. Industrial Engineering, Purdue University (2013)
• B.S. Industrial Engineering, Purdue University (2008)

Research Interests:

London investigates the impact of STEM education through mixed methods, emphasizing DEI in engineering and authentic learning experiences. Her work addresses systemic barriers to participation, leveraging technologies like augmented reality (AR) to enhance educational outcomes. Recent focus areas include Black students’ experiences, faculty development programs, and institutional equity initiatives.

Grants & Awards:

• NSF CAREER Grant
• Best Paper Awards
• Leadership in ASEE’s Year of Impact on Racial Equity

Advising & Grants:

London directs over $5.8M in grants, including the NSF-funded CAREER project. She advises on national DEI initiatives and graduate student support programs, emphasizing multicultural environments and faculty development.

Labs & Teams:

Her work integrates with Vanderbilt’s Office of Undergraduate Education and the Center for Equity in Engineering, fostering collaborations across academia and industry.