Misheck Mwaba

Dr. Misheck Mwaba (PhD in Energy Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology; MSc in Mechanical Engineering, The University of Manchester; BEng in Mechanical Engineering, University of Zambia) is a professional engineer registered in the province of Alberta. He is currently the President and CEO of Bow Valley College, where he previously held the position of Vice-President, Academic. Dr. Mwaba has a broad professional background in progressively responsible roles that engage academic leadership, instructional and curriculum design, applied research, and cross-functional engineering team leadership. Prior to joining Bow Valley College, he was the Dean of Media, Trades and Technology at Niagara College. He is passionate about facilitating cohesive environments that enable collaboration and success in the workplace and is guided by a conviction to promote student persistence and achievement.

Dr. Mwaba has extensive research and teaching experience obtained through his work at Carleton University, the University of Ottawa, Algonquin College, Eindhoven University of Technology and the University of Zambia. His research findings have been presented at conferences and published in peer reviewed journals. His industrial experience includes working as a Mechanical Research and Development Engineer at Atomic Energy of Canada, combining simulations and experiments to validate safety aspects of CANDU nuclear reactors.

Dr. Mwaba is Chair of the Alberta Comprehensive Community College Presidents. He has previously served as Vice-Chair of the Niagara Industrial Association; Chair of the Council of Deans of Trades and Apprenticeship Canada; Vice-Chair of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Board; Member of the Arnprior Regional Health Board; and Council Member of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.

In 2022, Dr. Mwaba received a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and an Alberta Newcomer Recognition Award.