Lisa Bullard

Dr. Lisa Bullard is a Teaching Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University. She holds a B.S. (1986) and Ph.D. (1991) in Chemical Engineering from NC State and Carnegie Mellon University, respectively. Her career spans industry roles at Eastman Chemical Company (1991–2000) and academia since 2000. She is recognized nationally for teaching and advising excellence, including being named an Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor and Fellow of AIChE and ASEE.

Education:

• B.S., Chemical Engineering, NC State (1986)
• Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (1991)

Research/Teaching Focus:

• Advancing teaching methodologies in chemical engineering
• Promoting academic integrity
• Curriculum development (e.g., co-authoring Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes)
• Undergraduate mentorship and program leadership

Awards: Extensive recognition for teaching and service, including over a dozen major honors from NC State and national organizations.

Advising & Grants: Leads undergraduate studies, advises students on professional development (e.g., CHE 395 course), and mentors through senior design projects. No specific grants mentioned, but her work is sustained by institutional and departmental resources.

Labs/Teams: Oversees undergraduate curriculum development and collaborates with faculty on initiatives like the Professional Development Seminar and Senior Design Program.