Sep 01, 2026
Duffield Engineering
Meagan Russell joined the Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering in July 2026 as M.Eng. Program Coordinator, bringing experience in higher education, student support and community-focused project management to the role.
Russell previously worked as a project manager with rural communities in Ohio, helping them prepare for natural disasters. Before that, she worked in higher education at the University of West Florida, where she supported financially disadvantaged students pursuing STEM degrees. Those experiences reinforced for her the importance of relationships and communication, skills she now brings to Cornell.
In her role as M.Eng. program coordinator, Russell supports biomedical engineering M.Eng. students from recruitment through graduation. Her responsibilities include admissions, student support, coordinating the seminar series, industry engagement and alumni outreach, as well as helping students connect with opportunities beyond the classroom.
