Rob Engel, MSE
Instructor
Department:Physical Sciences and Mathematics
Office:Carhart Science 107F
Phone:402-375-7133
Email: [email protected]
Rob Engel teaches in the Department of Physical Science and Mathematics. He teaches courses related to science teacher education and general science. In addition, Engel helps with the observation of future high school teachers during their clinical practice semester. Engel is a member of the Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science (NATS) and the Association of Science Teacher Educators, as well as a former member of the NSEA and Nebraska Coaches Association.
Before joining the faculty at Wayne State College, Engel was a high school science teacher and coach in Randolph, Neb., for 22 years. During that time, he taught numerous science, math, and physical education courses and served as a coach for many different sports.
Engel’s areas of interest in education include teacher recruitment and retention, and the use of A.I. in education. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in education in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in STEM education from the University of South Dakota.
Engel is excited to return to campus as a faculty member after attending Wayne State where he met his wife, Melissa (Kalin ’02), who is currently a loan officer at the bank in Randolph. The Engels have two children, and they enjoy travelling to new places and attending games and participating in sports.
Education
M.Ed. 7-12 Administration, Wayne State College, 2008
B.S. 7-12 Education (Natural Science and Coaching), Wayne State College, 2002