Caruth Institute for Engineering Education

Caruth Institute for Engineering Education

The Caruth Institute for Engineering Education (CIEE) is a national center of excellence focused on research, development, delivery and evaluation of new and innovative K-16 science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and engineering education programs. The Institute strives to increase the number and diversity of students interested in pursuing the study of engineering or technology to meet the ever-increasing demand for a well-educated high-tech workforce. To make this possible, the Institute sponsors a variety of programs designed to familiarize students with engineering-focused STEM activities that also spark science, technology and mathematics learning.

Recent CIEE News

  • A headshot of Kelyn Rola, a member of the Lyle School of Engineering Faculty.

    CIEE Research Assistant Professor named to SMU Social Justice and Equity Task Force

    Congratulations to CIEE Research Assistant Professor Dr. Kelyn Rola for being selected to serve as a member of SMU’s Social Justice and Equity task force. The university-wide, interdisciplinary task force was commissioned by SMU’s Provost, Elizabeth Loboa, to explore and inform SMU's approach to greater social justice and equity.

    Dr. Rola will represent the Lyle School of Engineering in this important work and looks forward to serving SMU in pursuit of promoting social justice and equity both on campus and in the greater Dallas community.

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  • SMU Excellent Educator Two women on a video call, one in a studio and one from Dallas, for an SMU Excellent Educator segment.

    SMU Excellent Educator

    SMU Excellent Educator recognizes Rochelle Hailey, 6th grade teacher at the Solar Preparatory School for Girls, for her work introducing young girls to engineering technology.

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Get in touch

Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Phone Number: 214-768-7576
Email: ciee@lyle.smu.edu
Department Coordinator: Jazmin Valdespino 
Email: javaldespino@smu.edu

Mailing Address:
PO Box 750278
Dallas, TX 75275

Delivery Address:
3145 Dyer St., Ste. 353
Dallas, TX 75205