Congratulations to Dr. Maryam Etezad on her promotion to Instructional Associate Professor of Engineering at the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering.

Dr. Maryam Etezad majored in Applied Physics at Shahid Beheshti University, graduating in 2003. She continued her studies at Concordia University, receiving an M.S. in electrical engineering in 2006 and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering in 2009. 

After receiving her Ph.D., Dr. Etezad became a Sessional Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland from 2012 to 2013. Dr. Etezad continued lecturing at the University of Vermont from 2016 to 2017. Soon after, Dr. Etezad served as an Assistant Professor and Department Chair at Southern California Institute of Technology from 2017 to 2020. 

In 2020, Dr. Etezad joined the Fowler School of Engineering as an Assistant Professor. Some of her first courses taught include Computer Science I, ENGR 101, and a one-unit seminar course. Dr. Etezad then developed core electrical engineering courses, shaping the department’s future at the university.

Dr. Maryam Etezad at the Fowler School of Engineering Commencement

Dr. Maryam Etezad at the Fowler School of Engineering Commencement Ceremony

“In the following years, I focused on strengthening the core Electrical Engineering curriculum by developing and teaching foundational courses such as Microelectronics, Circuit II, and revamping Digital Circuits II,” Dr. Etezad said.

During her time with Chapman University, Dr. Etezad has spearheaded engineering research in assistive technology and education, earning recognition from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for her efforts. Dr. Etezad’s research interests include radar, optical, and digital signal processing. Her recent and ongoing projects include electronic/photonic sensors, remote sensing, intelligent sensing, nano-optoelectronic sensors, and health monitoring. 

“This milestone reinforces my commitment to combining teaching, research, and real-world impact, especially in creating technologies that improve accessibility and equity in education,” Dr. Etezad said. 

In addition to providing research mentorship to Fowler Engineering undergraduate students, Dr. Etezad meets with students, faculty, and staff to improve our current programs and initiatives. Now serving as the Undergraduate Programs Director, Dr. Etezad plays a critical role in developing many of Fowler’s current academic majors and minors. Recent initiatives Dr. Etezad has developed include the Engineering Showcase and Project Showcase.

“My focus has been on students succeeding while ensuring a smooth and supportive academic experience. I also regularly engage with industry partners to understand how engineering education must evolve and to ensure our curriculum remains relevant and forward-looking,” Dr. Etezad said.

Starting next academic year as an Instructional Associate Professor of Engineering, Dr. Etezad hopes to incorporate more AI and industry-driven content into the curriculum. Additionally, Dr. Etezad looks forward to engaging with industry partners to refine engineering programs. By expanding undergraduate research opportunities, Dr. Etezad also hopes to improve programs that prepare students to make a real-world impact. 

“My goal is to help create an environment where students are not only well-prepared academically but are also empowered to develop technologies that make a meaningful difference,” Dr. Etezad said.

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