Dr. Peter Michael Plourde, Ed.D., is a faculty member at the University of the District of Columbia, specializing in faculty development and STEM education, with a focus on increasing degree attainment for underrepresented populations. He is also a musician, blending his expertise in STEM and culture, with ongoing projects such as the creation of an Associate in Science in Quantum Literacy degree program and a forthcoming album that integrates educational themes with hip hop culture.
Experience
Education
Doctor of Education in Higher Education Master of Science in Mathematics, University of Massachusetts Lowell Bachelor of Science in Business Management: Marketing and Economics
MATH 152C Calculus II MATH 156C Calculus II Lab MATH 151C Calculus I MATH 155C Calculus I Lab MATH 220C Discrete Math MATH 115 Precalculus Intensive MATH 120 Precalculus Intensive Lab IGED 120 Quantitative Reasoning IGED 120C Found Quantitative Reasoning IGED 120C Found Quant Reasoning Lab IGED 220C Discovery Quant & Econ Reasoning SSC 101 Student Success: Calculus Prep MATH 114C Precalc w/Trig II MATH 005C Gateway Mathematics MATH 101C General College Math I MATH 215C Business Calculus
Faculty professional development in a hybrid HBCU community college environment; empowering educators through career readiness and AI integration; focusing on interdisciplinary curriculum design and partnerships with industry leaders to prepare students for careers in quantum technologies; enhancing the STEM talent pipeline
Leadership
Faculty Advisor, UDC Artist Collective, 2018-20;2024-Present
Impact
Selected Publications
Plourde, P.M. (2025). Dr. Plourde [Album]. Sony Orchard.
Plourde, P.M. (2021). Instant brotherhood[Album]. Dotted i Music and Entertainment (D.I.M.E.) via Sony Orchard.
Plourde, P.M. (2020). Conspiracy theorists (CT): This one is for you—Though nearly all of your conspiracy theories are just foolish half-baked ideas [Album]. Nexus iR&D Laboratory, LLC.
Selected Presentations
Plourde, P. M. (2024). AI training and freestyles with pro-presentation. Career Tech Educators Professional Development for DCPS-MLK Library, Washington, D.C.
Plourde, P. M. (2020). The power of the march, MLK & a legacy of activism. UDC, Washington, D.C.
Plourde, P. M. (2022). Our SPOT. Positive Youth Development via Hip Hop Culture.
Selected Grants
National Science Foundation. (2021). Education scholars sub-awardee and subject matter expert.
National Science Foundation. (2021). Development of quantum literacy associate of science degree program.
U.S. Department of Education. (2014). Expanding access to STEM education for non-traditional and underrepresented students.
Recognitions
Dissertation Chosen for Presentation, Northeastern University Graduate School of Education, 2016 Invited Reviewer, New Directions for Community Colleges Journal Co-Creator, Associate of Science in Quantum Literacy Degree Program Instructor, Summer Program to Enhance STEM Talent Pipeline
Invited Participations
Plourde, P. M. (2012). Keynote speaker and performer. NHHEAF Destination College, Hooksett, New Hampshire. Plourde, P. M. (2014). Speaker and performer. SANKOFA Speaker Series, University of Colorado Denver, Denver Colorado. Plourde, P. M. (2014). Harnessing the power of hip hop in higher ed. UPCEA Equinox Inn, Manchester, Vermont. Plourde, P. M. (2014). Harnessing the power of hip hop in higher ed. TEDxTysons, McLean, Virginia. Plourde, P. M. (2018). Presenter and performer. #HipHopEd Conference, Washington, D.C.
