She has a diverse research group consisting of graduate students, undergraduates, and also high school students who focus on the mechanical response of thin films and composites ranging from biological systems to traditional and flexible microelectronic systems. In addition to research, Dr. Kennedy is also dedicated to engineering education and runs the Research Experience for Undergraduates site “Interfaces and Surfaces: Exploring and Experiencing Science” (www.clemson.edu/coes/mse-reu) and is the faculty advisor of the Material Advantage undergraduate chapter. These activities allow her to excite young engineers about the possibilities within materials engineering. Dr. Kennedy received her doctoral degree from Washington State University.