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Campus News2 min read2026-01-16

Historic Milestone: 62-Year-Old Professor Paula T. Hammond Becomes MIT’s First Female Dean of Engineering

On January 16, 2026, Professor Hammond will assume her new role, cementing a significant milestone not just for MIT but for women in engineering everywhere. For those who have followed Hammond's journey, this moment is the culmina...

Azeez

Azeez

16 Jan 2026

Historic Milestone: 62-Year-Old Professor Paula T. Hammond Becomes MIT’s First Female Dean of Engineering
Key takeaways
  • On January 16, 2026, Professor Hammond will assume her new role, cementing a significant milestone not just for MIT but for women in engineering everywhere.
  • For those who have followed Hammond's journey, this moment is the culmination of years of hard work, relentless pursuit of knowledge, and an unwavering belief that barriers can be broken.
  • Building a Legacy Through Innovation Hammond's academic career is marked by groundbreaking research in chemical engineering and nanomaterials, with applications that span from drug delivery systems to energy storage.

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