Council of Engineering Management Academic Leaders (CEMAL)

Purpose

To encourage interest in the field of engineering management and coordinate communication among engineering management academic programs and the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM).
To sponsor activities and meetings among individuals who serve as chairs, directors, and heads of academic programs and units in engineering management and related areas.
To discuss engineering management education, curriculum, accreditation, student activities, research, faculty development, certification and other matters with the intent of enhancing engineering management educational programs.
To enhance engineering management publications, engage with engineering management professionals, advance the careers of engineering management professionals, foster best engineering management practices, and help the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM) achieve its objectives of serving the engineering management profession worldwide.
To receive and act on recommendations from members.
To make recommendations resulting from such activities and discussions to the Board of Directors for the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM) and to keep the ASEM Board apprised of developments in these areas.

Learn more by reviewing the CEMAL By Laws.

Meet Our New Executive Committee for CEMAL

We are thrilled to announce the newly elected executive committee, a team of distinguished leaders ready to steer CEMAL into an exciting future.

Patricia Anzalone, President: With her strategic vision and unwavering dedication, Patricia is set to guide CEMAL. Her leadership will be pivotal in shaping the future direction and success of our organization.
Heather Smith, Past President: Transitioning from her tenure as President, Heather will continue to offer her invaluable expertise and support in the role of Past President. Her insights and experience ensure a smooth leadership transition and ongoing stability.
Luna Magpili, Secretary: As Secretary, Luna brings exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence that will be crucial in supporting the committee’s initiatives and operations.

Together, this dynamic trio is geared up to elevate CEMAL’s mission, fostering innovation and growth. We look forward to the transformative impact their leadership will bring to our organization and community.

Patricia Anzalone, PhD

CEMAL President

panzalone@usf.edu

University of South Florida

Luna Magpili, PhD

CEMAL Secretary

luna.magpili@wsu.edu

Washington State University

Heather Smith

CEMAL Past President

hdsmith2@wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin - Madison

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Become a member of CEMAL

Write to cemal-join@lists.unl.edu and request to join the listserv. You will receive a confirmation email and you should reply to it and confirm the request to be added.

Upcoming CEMAL Meetings

June 2026: ASEE Annual Conference & Expo in Charlotte, NC - hybrid
October 2026: ASEM International Annual Conference in Madison, WI - hybrid

Join the EM Program List

Complete and submit the form below to have your program listed in our program list. This comprehensive list should include every type of academic engineering management program, whether it is bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD, everywhere in the world.