Dr. David Etor

University of Jos

Spring 2022

Dr. David Etor is an engineering educator who values transformative learning experiences. A Fall 2019 MIT-ETT fellow, he often cites the maxim that “a mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions,” reflecting how the MIT exposure broadened his own perspective. He has carried this philosophy into his work by introducing his students to innovative pedagogies and global best practices, ensuring their minds are likewise stretched beyond traditional confines. Dr. Etor encourages interdisciplinary projects and continuous learning, preparing his students not just with technical knowledge but with adaptability and a growth mindset. Through study tours, collaborations, and mentorship, he strives to give students formative experiences that permanently expand their outlook – much as his own ETT experience did for him. In sum, his goal is that once students have engaged in active, creative problem-solving during their education, they are forever changed and better equipped for future challenges.