Instructional Leadership, emphasis: K-12 School Leadership (MEd)
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Office of the Dean

Welcome to the College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences

Created in 2018, our college provides access to high-quality learning opportunities and aims to be a nexus for impactful and recognized research and scholarship. We are training the next generation of engineers and scientists—people who will create and translate practical knowledge for the enrichment of our community, state, nation, and the world.

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Palmer-James

James Palmer, PhD

Dr. Palmer is a Professor at Northern Arizona University and the Associate and Interim Dean for the College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences (CEIAS).

His teaching interests include computer graphics, virtual worlds, web programming, and computer science.

In research, Dr. Palmer’s interests include computer science pedagogy, computer graphics, game design, computational geometry, and cybersecurity.

Built for student success

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Building on our reputation

We are continually working to advance the national and international reputation of our degree programs and are particularly proud of our ability to provide high levels of individual student attention and experiential learning opportunities, including the chance to participate in undergraduate research.

Professor and student preparing to launch a remote-controlled plane outside.

Building on our research excellence

We are also striving to advance science through creative and innovative solutions to today’s most pressing technological challenges. Our world-renowned faculty leverage their extensive expertise as both teachers and researchers to collaborate with students, industry leaders, and the top minds in every field.

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Cutting-edge academic programs

With undergraduate and graduate degree programs in engineering (including bio, civil, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering), building science, construction management, computer science, informatics, physics, and applied physics and materials science, we are sure you will find a program that fits your interests.

We would be happy to connect with you and help you explore how our college can help you achieve your professional goals. Reach out to us to learn more about how you can shape the future.