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Kamil A. Jbeily, Ph.D.Founder and Executive DirectorTexas Regional Collaboratives for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching Center for STEM Education College of Education The University of Texas at Austin |
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Kamil's audiences say he is "dynamic, informative, and passionate; a leader, a doer, and enabler." His students say he is "entertaining, extremely well organized and knowledgeable. He motivates and encourages the class to strive for excellence...demystifies the intimidating subject of chemistry." Many say he is simply the best professor they have ever had. Kamil has received numerous accolades from education and corporate leaders, and from science and mathematics teachers whose lives and careers the TRC program has enriched. In 2001, Kamil, as the founder of the TRC, was inducted into the Texas Science Hall of Fame, and recognized by Texas Governor, the Senate and House of Representatives for distinguished achievements and contributions to supporting excellence in science education. |
Kamil A. Jbeily was born in Beirut, Lebanon. Completing a B.S. in Chemistry and Masters of Science in Chemistry and Chemistry Education, Kamil taught in the Lebanese secondary schools. In 1980, he immigrated to the United States to attend The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his Ph.D. in Science Education in 1986. At UT Austin, Kamil supervised student teachers in the Central Texas area for over five years. After almost ten years with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), first as a science specialist, then as director of science projects, in 1991, Kamil encountered his greatest challenge in this Land of Opportunity — founding the Texas Regional Collaboratives for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching (TRC). Under his leadership, this joint initiative of TEA, UT Austin, and multiple corporations, has grown into a dynamic, statewide network of P-16 partnerships which has improved the knowledge, skills, and performance of over 45,000 teachers of science and mathematics, and benefited the learning of over three million students. An Active EducatorDr. Jbeily has never lost touch with the classroom; he has served as Adjunct Professor of Chemistry at Austin Community College since 1985. As well, he is a sought-after motivational speaker, having made over 200 presentations on excellence, equity, diversity, education reform, founding partnerships, and developing leadership. For more information, please visit his website at: ResumeYou can download a PDF of Dr. Jbeily's complete resume by clicking here. This bio is available as a PDF by clicking here. |