Dr. Sirena Hargrove-Leak

Research/Creative Interests

The mission of the university and its commitment to learning have led Dr. Hargrove-Leak to explore the scholarship of teaching and learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). More specifically, her current engineering education interests include entrepreneurial mindsets, user-centered design, project-based learning, and broadening participation in STEM – particularly for underrepresented populations.

Research/Creative Needs

Data collection and analysis; designing, building, and testing prototypes; interviewing stakeholders

Mentoring Style

Typically one-on-one
I typically collaborate with faculty from other institutions or other experts in the field to mentor students

Currently looking for a student to apply and work in these programs

Any program/opportunity
Elon College Fellows
Honors
Lumen Prize application

I can mentor a student enrolled in 4998/4999 hours during these semesters

Most Fall/Spring Semesters – email me to ask

Student Qualifications

(1) engineering students; (2) STEM majors with interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM; (3) psychology majors with interest in STEM education; (4) education majors with interest in STEM