Her research explores engineering practice and learning in workplace contexts. She received her bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Saint Martin’s University, her master’s degree in civil engineering - with a focus in transportation - at Oregon State University, and her doctoral degree (also from Oregon State University) focused on engineering education. Address: The Hal and Inge Marcus School of Engineering, Saint Martin's University, 5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey, WA 98503; Phone: 509-499-5187; Email: fbornasal@stmartin.edu