Michael Dunham

Engineer, Reader

 

Who am I?

I am a rising junior studying Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University. My interest in engineering stems from a desire to work hands-on with designing and implementing sustainable energy solutions. I like to read and learn about how various aspects of society interact and influence one another in my free time. I am especially interested in systemic causes of poverty, both locally and globally, and I hope to integrate this into my work with sustainable energy. I am excited to work with the DeBoer lab and look forward to learning about different ways to approach engineering education. 

Research Interests: 

  • Sustainable energy infrastructure aimed at increasing autonomy in communities 

  • Engineering solutions through a decolonization perspective 

  • The relation between capitalism, poverty, and foreign and domestic policy

Professional Experience: 

  • Purdue Student Sustainability Council, Climate Committee

  • Purdue Electric Racing, Vehicle Dynamics Subteam

  • Purdue Global Engineering Alliance for Research and Education (GEARE)

Education:

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University (2024)

Hobbies: 

  • Playing tennis, lifting, basketball

  • Piano

  • Reading