Tristan Letizia
Tristan Letizia
Tristan Letizia
Ph.D. Student
Biography
Advisor: Sarah Wilson
Education:
B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rowan University
Tristan is a GANN Fellowship Ph.D. student in Engineering Education, building on a foundation on their bachelors in civil and environmental engineering at Rowan University. Their research explores how digital game experiences in STEM education impact student motivation and learning outcomes. Under the guidance of Dr. Wilson, Tristan also investigates mental health and well-being in engineering.
They aspire to become a professor in engineering education and to drive innovative approaches that enhance both engineering and STEM education.
Beyond academics, Tristan enjoys video games, playing piano, and Dungeons & Dragons. Fun fact: Minecraft was the spark that first inspired Tristan to pursue a career in engineering.