Dr. Kendra Day
Assistant Professor; Instructional Faculty
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Fowler School of Engineering
Office Location: Keck Center for Science and Engineering Swenson Hall N325
Email: kday@chapman.edu
- Education:
- University of San Diego, Bachelor of Arts
National University, Master of Arts
Walden University, Doctor of Education
Biography
Education/Training
Dr. Day’s research interests center around the development, design, and implementation of accessible technologies to assist neurodiverse individuals. Specific projects include the development of virtual reality environments to support the needs of individuals with ADHD, autism and sensory impairments. Current teaching interests include the ethical ramifications of the development and design of technologies for vulnerable populations.
- 2017-19 Postdoctoral Fellow, Dept. of Computer Science, Chapman University (Mentor: Dr. Erik Linstead)
- 2012-16 Ed.D. in Special Education, Dept. of Education, Walden University (Mentor: Dr. Marvin Putnam)
- 2004-05 M.S. in Special Education, Dept. of Education, National University
- 2001-02 M.S. in Taxation, Dept. of Taxation, Golden Gate University
- 1997-2000 B.S. in Accounting, Dept. of Accounting, University of San Diego (Mentor: Prof. Mark Judd)
Dr. Day’s research interests center around the development, design, and implementation of accessible technologies to assist neurodiverse individuals. Specific projects include the development of virtual reality environments to support the needs of individuals with ADHD, autism and sensory impairments. Current teaching interests include the ethical ramifications of the development and design of technologies for vulnerable populations.