Program Leadership

Dr. Walter Lee

Walter Lee is the Executive Director of the Center for Engineering Excellence and Discovery (CEED). He holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, an M.S. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education from Virginia Tech. His career vision is to be a driving force in the national effort to diversify engineering and ensure that institutions provide students with the necessary support to succeed, regardless of their background.

Christina Martin

Christina Martin is the Assistant Director of Student Programs in the Center for Engineering Excellence and Discovery (CEED).  She serves as the faculty liaison for the A. James Clark Scholars Program at Virginia Tech.  Christina's work focuses on providing personalized academic, professional, and personal development support for the students she works with.