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Michael Allen Hayden serves as Professor in the Department of Applied Engineering & Technology Management at Indiana State University's Bailey College of Engineering & Technology. Holding a Ph.D. in Industrial Education and Technology from Iowa State University (1989), he integrates extensive industry experience from military, manufacturing, and residential contracting sectors into his academic practice.
His educational foundation includes:
- Ph.D., Industrial Education and Technology, Iowa State University (1989)
- M.S., Technology Education, Eastern Illinois University (1984)
- B.S., Career Occupations, Eastern Illinois University (1983)
- A.A.S., Machine Tool Technology, Danville Area Community College (1981)
Hayden's research centers on engineering education innovation and industrial quality systems, with publications spanning curriculum development for engineering educators, Lean Six Sigma waste elimination in academia, and statistical analysis of motorsports performance. His scholarly trajectory reveals consistent application of industrial quality methodologies to educational settings, particularly in bridging theoretical frameworks with practical industry implementations through ISO 9001 studies and NHRA racing analytics.
Key contributions demonstrate interdisciplinary synthesis across educational psychology, statistical quality control, and experiential learning design.
Major recognitions include:
- Caleb Mills Distinguished Teaching Award (2023)
- Chesley H. Judy Safety Award, USPA (2022)
- Emerald Literati Highly Commended Award (2017)
- Outstanding Regional Director, NAIT (2007)
- Laureate Citation, EPT (1998)
As Principal Investigator, Hayden secured $19,877 for IMT 215 Graphic Analysis (2008) and developed ISU's R&D Portal (2006). His academic service encompasses chairing the COT Faculty Council (2017-2018), serving on 80+ committees including Graduate Council and University Senate, and advising the Blue Skies Skydiving Club (2021-2024). Professional engagement extends to ASQ/ASM/SME presentations on risk management and intellectual property, demonstrating sustained knowledge transfer between academia and industry.
His operational philosophy merges quality engineering principles with pedagogical innovation, evidenced through skydiving safety instruction and motorsports research collaborations.
