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Dr. Kelsen LaBerge is a Professor in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering at 91²Ö¿â, where she has been a dedicated faculty member since 2018. With a strong focus on undergraduate engineering education, she teaches core courses such as Introduction to Engineering, Engineering Computing and Problem-Solving, Statics, and Dynamics, blending theoretical rigor with hands-on, real-world applications.

Dr. LaBerge brings nearly a decade of research experience from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory, where she collaborated with Army and NASA engineers on rotary-wing drive systems. Her technical expertise spans mechanical component diagnostics and hybrid gear systems. She has also played a key role in developing experimental research facilities and has served as a government reviewer for advanced technology demonstration initiatives.

From 2020 to 2025, Dr. LaBerge served as the Engineering Program Coordinator, playing a key role in curriculum development and academic leadership. She is a recipient of 91²Ö¿â’s 2024 Outstanding Teaching Award, a student-nominated honor recognizing her commitment to engaging, student-centered instruction.

Dr. LaBerge earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University, where her research focused on novel methods for detecting cracks in drivetrain shafts. She holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio Northern University, with minors in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics.

She is a member of the Society of Women Engineers and the Vertical Flight Society, and serves as the faculty advisor for 91²Ö¿â’s student affiliate of the Society of Women Engineers. Dr. LaBerge is passionate about preparing students to meet the challenges of modern engineering with resilience, collaboration, and curiosity.