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Dr. Rachel Figard is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Education Transformations Institute (EETI) and the School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural, and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Georgia. Her research focuses on systemic inequities in engineering education, particularly the experiences of disabled students and the implementation of anti-ableism practices. She explores topics like universal design for learning (UDL), disability policies, and intersectional identities in STEM.
- Institution Affiliations: University of Georgia
- Roles: Assistant Professor in EETI & ECAM School
Her research interests include:
- Disability equity in engineering education
- Inclusive curriculum design
- Policy reform for accessibility
- Intersectionality of gender and disability
Recent publications emphasize analyzing disability-related institutional policies, virtual learning accessibility post-pandemic, and the lived experiences of disabled students. She advocates for proactive design practices that go beyond compliance to foster inclusivity.
No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. She is actively involved in faculty development workshops and curriculum transformation initiatives to address systemic inequities in engineering programs.
