Nicola W. Sochacka

Nicola W. Sochacka, Ph.D., serves as an Adjunct Assistant Research Scientist at the University of Georgia College of Engineering, where she leads a highly interdisciplinary research program focused on transforming engineering education through cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Her research expertise spans:

• Engineering Education
• Empathy in Engineering Practice
• Systems Thinking
• STEAM (STEM + Art) Integration
• Reflective Learning Methodologies

She actively partners with colleagues from arts, social work, and education departments to advance these fields.

Dr. Sochacka has secured over $1.7 million in research funding, with her work recognized through best paper awards at international conferences and multiple invited keynote presentations globally.