About
Dr. Stephen Secules is the Director of Integrative Engineering and First Year Engineering and an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of New Mexico. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Sciences, a Bachelor of Engineering, a Master of Science in Architectural Sciences, and a PhD in Curriculum & Instruction. Dr. Secules also spent five years in acoustical engineering as a building consultant, supporting architects and building owners with sound, communication, and vibration design.Academic Appointments
- Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of New Mexico
- Director, Integrative Engineering and First Year Engineering, University of New Mexico
- Visiting Faculty, Purdue University
- Visiting Faculty, University of Georgia
- Assistant Professor, Florida International University (SUCCEED founding member)
Research Interests
Dr. Secules’ research applies critical qualitative methods to study everyday educational settings in engineering. His work emphasizes shifting engineering education towards equity and inclusion.- Founder of the Equity, Culture, and Social Justice in Education Division of ASEE.
- Editorial Board Member: Journal of Engineering Education.
- Editorial Board Member: International Handbook for Engineering Education Research.
Scholarly Publications
Selected works include:- Publications on equity and culture in engineering education.
- Research on qualitative methods in curriculum & instruction.
- Contributions to Journal of Engineering Education and ASEE conferences.
Education Labs
Integrative Engineering and First Year Engineering Programs at UNM focus on:- Inclusive engineering pedagogy.
- Supporting first-generation and underrepresented students.
- Designing equitable classroom experiences.
Events & News
Stay tuned for:- Upcoming conference presentations.
- Workshops on equity and inclusion in engineering education.
- Community outreach initiatives.
Past Professional Experience
Before academia, Dr. Secules worked in acoustical engineering as a consultant:- Assisted in the design and remediation of building acoustics.
- Specialized in vibration, communication, and sound quality in built environments.
For Students
Previous Students
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students at FIU, Purdue, and UNM.
- Alumni now working in academia, STEM education policy, and industry.