Shu Yang, Joseph Bordogna Professor and Chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, has been awarded the Undergraduate Research Mentoring Award. Presented in conjunction with the Engineering Alumni Society, this award recognizes outstanding research mentorship of undergraduate students and commitment to the promotion, training, and encouragement of diverse students in research.
Yang has been described by students as a research mentor that motivates every student to pursue their interests and while being supportive of independent projects. “She constantly encourages students to take advantage of all available opportunities and guides them through every step of the research process, including applying for grants and research presentations,” notes one student.
Yang received a B.S. in Materials Science from Fudan University in 1992. She then earned both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry and Chemical Biology from Cornell University in 1997 and 1999, respectively.