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University of Arizona

Mission
To prepare students through research and scholarship to develop novel and sustainable solutions to real-world Food, Energy, and Water Systems challenges facing Indigenous communities.

The Team
Dr. Karletta Chief:
Prof. & Extension Specialist in Environmental Science

 

 

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University of CA, Berkeley

Mission
Designated Emphasis in Development Engineering (DE in DevEng) prepares students to develop solutions designed to improve human and economic development within complex, low-resource settings.  

The Team
Dr. Yael Perez:
Development Engineering (DevEng) Program Director
Professor Kara Nelson: Blum Chancellor’s Chair in DevEng, Professor Environmental Engineering, Chair of the Graduate Group in DevEng
Valerie Moss: Graduate Student Advisor Officer
Adrianne Johnson: Career Development Manager

Upcoming Events
Fall 2024: Unique course offering open to Native FEWS Alliance Partners
    • DevEng 298-2: Writing and Media Lab in Development Engineering 
Guest Speakers offered through DevEng 298-1Indigenous Graduate Student Professional Development Workshop Series

Notable Achievements
Programs and curricula in design and engineering that center community partners specifically communities in low-resource settings.

Master’s degree in Development Engineering and PhD Minor in Development Engineering. More Information

Unique Classes and Curricula developed include

DevEng C200: Design, Evaluate and Scale Development Technologies

DevEng 202: Critical Systems of Development

DevEng 203: Digital Transformation of Development

DevEng 204: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship

DevEng 206: Ethical Reflection and Portfolio Building

DevEng 210: Development Engineering Research and Practice Seminar

DevEng 290: Perspectives on Development Engineering (1 unit)

The University of Arizona Graduate College sponsors several Graduate Interdisciplinary Programs (GIDP) in addition to the many interdisciplinary possibilities available through regular graduate degree programs. GIDPs transcend departmental boundaries by facilitating cutting edge teaching and research at the nexus of traditional disciplines. The high value placed on interdisciplinary research and education is indicative of The University of Arizona’s enthusiasm and commitment to fostering innovation and creativity among its faculty and students.

UC Berkeley’s Master of Development Engineering is an innovative, 15-month interdisciplinary program merging technology and social impact. The program leverages design thinking and engineering methodology to train professionals to develop scalable, technology-driven solutions to complex societal challenges globally and locally. Join the next cohort and enhance your career as intrapreneur, entrepreneur, non-profit leader, or government changemaker!