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Dr. Jerry Volcy is a Professor and Brown-Simmons Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at Spelman College, serving as interim department chair and director of the Innovation Lab. He holds a Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology’s Mechanical Engineering program, with prior roles at Lucent Bell Labs and SoftWear Automation. His research focuses on computer science pedagogy for women and fostering diversity in engineering. He also holds two patents in optical measurement systems and has led interdisciplinary projects like the Electric Fish installation.
Education:
- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1996)
- M.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology
- B.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Research Interests: Dr. Volcy’s work bridges engineering education and technical innovation. He advocates for inclusive STEM pathways through initiatives like summer bridge programs and experiential learning modules. His technical contributions include firmware engineering, robotic systems, and optical sensor technologies. Collaborations span art and biology, exemplified by the Electric Fish Project.
Publications Overview: His articles emphasize educational strategies for underrepresented groups and technical advancements in automation. Recent work includes studies on engineering retention and curriculum design for female students.
Awards:
- Best Conference Paper award (2013, ASEE)
Advising & Grants: Served as COO of SoftWear Automation (DARPA-funded) and advises startups. Received Mellon Foundation support through Spelman’s $12M grant. His patents address optical measurement challenges in fiber optics and manufacturing.
Labs & Initiatives: Directs Spelman’s Innovation Lab, focusing on technology leadership development and hands-on engineering projects for students.
