Walter Lee
635 Price's Fork Rd.
Blacksburg, VA 24061
United States
Responsibilities
Walter Lee is the executive director of the Center for Engineering Excellence and Discovery (CEED). CEED is responsible for the recruitment and retention of Virginia Tech Engineering students. The center hosts a variety of programs developed for pre-college students as well as programs supporting the academic, professional, and personal development of current students. The office is also engaged with engineering faculty and staff to promote a welcoming culture for all.
Education
Dr. Lee received his Ph.D. in Engineering Education (2015) and his M.S. in Industrial System Engineering (2013) from Virginia Tech’s College of Engineering. He received his B.S. in Industrial Engineering (2010) from Clemson University’s College of Engineering & Science.
Background
Dr. Lee has been involved with programs, activities, and services that focus on the recruitment and retention of engineering students since 2008. His professional interests are focused on providing engineering students with the support necessary to be successful academically and professionally. He is particularly interested in the development and assessment of co-curricular student interventions.