Kevin | Collective Change Institute
Kevin
1. Educator, 20 years in the university involved in both research and teaching, start-up co-founder, hold 3 patents, over 70 technical publications.
2. PhD in Engineering (UK), Masters in Business Administration(UK), Bachelor of Engineering (1st) UK. Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (Harvard).
3. Hobbies: Rubik’s cube, classical guitar, piano, violin, kalimba, reading, K-pop, K-drama. Speaks English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Hakka, Bahasa Melayu, intermediate-level Korean.
4. Married for over 20 years.
Professional Background
Dr. Kevin Kuang, an educator at the National University of Singapore (NUS) College of Design and Engineering, known for his outstanding work in mentoring students and advancing research. With over 20 years of experience, Kevin has led multiple student projects to success, winning them prestigious awards. He’s also secured over 2 million dollars in research grants.
In his role as an educator, Kevin brings hands-on learning and real-world applications including social projects in Cambodia. He has mentors many students to excel in their projects, research and competitions, nationally and internationally, showing them the ropes to success. In the area of engineering research Kevin’s innovative ideas have attracted grants from government and large private organizations, enabling him to lead groundbreaking projects in sensor technologies and structural engineering.
But Kevin’s impact goes beyond the classroom and lab. He’s passionate about connecting academia with industry, working on projects that make a real difference in the world through co-founding a deep tech start-up company with a number of his students. Whether it’s guiding students to success or pushing the boundaries of research, Kevin is dedicated to shaping the future of engineering education and innovation.
In short, Kevin Kuang is not just a lecturer—he’s a mentor, a researcher, and a visionary, inspiring students and colleagues alike to aim high and make a difference in the world of engineering.
Coaching Specialty
-Personal development, life transformation
-Career and business
-Habits, discipline, time management
-Learning a new skill
Personal Background
I listen to and play music and have picked up several instruments over the years, helping me connect to my emotional side of life. Besides being a great source of relaxation and enjoyment, I also enjoy reading for leisure and for information, which often turns out to have no practical value, such as conspiracy theories and UFOs.
For something of more practical value, I enjoy cooking and try to create somewhat original dishes based on whatever I can scrounge from the fridge. Most dishes are either fusion-style or some element of Chinese-type dishes.
Coaching Style
The feedback I’ve received from my clients consistently emphasizes my methodical approach and portrays me as a coach with a calm demeanor and approachable disposition. In line with the guidelines prescribed by the International Coaching Federation, I will partner you to work through your project or help bring clarity to an issue you are struggling with.
Personal Philosophy
Curiosity and going out of my comfort zone are two driving force that characterize my life. Curiosity to try out new things, and be comfortable being uncomfortable.
