Renaissance People with Billie Richardson

Published: Thursday, May 28, 2009

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Q: You were a chemical/biomedical engineer and a research professor during a time when there were very few women in the field. What led you to pursue this career?

Q: Was there any person that helped you to reach your goals? Any mentors you want to acknowledge?

Q: Before coming to NC State in 1951, you held several chemist positions in private industry. What led you to NC State?

Q: What are your fondest memories of NC State?

Q: You specialized in several engineering areas such as chemistry, physics, agricultural, nuclear and biomedical engineering where there are still few women today. Why do you think the number for women in these fields are low and is diversity in these fields important?

Q: In addition to your academic and research activities, you served as a mentor and founder of the NCSU Society of Women Engineers. What advice do you have for young women interested in careers in engineering?

Q: Could you describe how you and Billie came to know one another and the first project you worked on as a team?

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