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Youngest Male Professor Teaches Engineering at 18
3 Aug
Summary
- Nathan Thomas is the world's youngest male professor at 18.
- He teaches engineering at Miami Dade College since August 2023.
- Thomas aims to specialize in intellectual property law post-graduation.
At 18 years and 346 days old, Nathan Thomas has officially earned the title of the world's youngest male professor, as recognized by Guinness World Records. He accepted a position teaching engineering at Miami Dade College in August 2023. This achievement surpasses the previous record holder, who was 19 at the time of their professorship.
Thomas started teaching COP 2270: C for Engineers to students around his own age. He began dual-enrolling at Miami Dade College at age 10 and later transferred to Florida International University, where he earned bachelor's and master's degrees in electrical engineering with honors. Thomas is currently pursuing a Juris Doctor at the University of Miami School of Law, expecting to graduate in 2028.
His future aspirations lie in intellectual property law, with a specific interest in STEM fields. Thomas finds deep satisfaction in witnessing students grasp difficult concepts, describing it as a unique form of learning. His instructors at Miami Dade College express pride in having him on their staff, viewing him as a special individual and an inspiration.
