Akinci Named Dean of CMU College of Engineering
🕓 Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Overview PITTSBURGH, PA – Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) today announced the appointment of Dr. Emre Akinci as the new Dean of its prestigious College of Engineering, effective January 1, 2026. This pivotal engineering college appointment follows an extensive global search and marks a significant moment for one of the world's leading engineering institutions. Dr. Akinci, an internationally recognized expert in advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, brings a wealth of academic leadership, innovative research experience, and a profound commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration to his new role. His vision is expected to propel CMU's engineering programs into new frontiers of discovery and impact, addressing some of humanity's most pressing challenges through technological advancement. The selection of Dr. Akinci underscores CMU's dedication to maintaining its vanguard position in engineering education and research. As the...