Dr. Wil Whittington is the Associate Director of IDEELab, focusing on Solid Mechanics. He is dedicated to enhancing mechanical engineering career outcomes, workforce readiness, and manufacturing innovation through industrial outreach, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer. His research interests include system dynamics, mechanics of materials, and impact machine design. Dr. Whittington's commitment to integrating practical engineering applications into the curriculum has significantly benefited students, providing them with hands-on experiences that are crucial for their professional development.