Dr. Rajeev Bukralia, Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator

PhD | Faculty

Address: Office: 225 Wissink Hall
Phone: 507-389-1437
Email: rajeev.bukralia@mnsu.edu

Note for Prospective Graduate Students: If you have any questions about CIS graduate programs—including admission requirements, application deadlines, program structure, tuition, graduate assistantships, or curriculum—please email: cis-gradcoordinator@mnsu.edu.

Degree

Doctor of Science, Dakota State University

Research Interests

Data Science
Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Generative AI)
Ethics of artificial intelligence (Responsible AI, XAI)
AI Strategy

Awards

Minnesota's Tekne Tech Educator of the Year (2024), Minnesota Technology Association
Presidential Challenge MavCoin (2024), Minnesota State University
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities Board of Trustees Outstanding Educator (2020), Minnesota State University
William Flies Science & Engineering Fellowship (2020), Minnesota State University
Outstanding Recognized Student Organization Advisor (2019), Minnesota State University
William Flies Science & Engineering Fellowship (2017), Minnesota State University
South Dakota Board of Regents Faculty eLearning Award (2007), Black Hills State University
Outstanding University Service Award (2004), Black Hills State University

BIO

Dr. Rajeev Bukralia

Dr. Rajeev Bukralia is a recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. He is a tenured associate professor and graduate faculty member in the Computer Information Science (CIS) Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato. He is the founding director of the MS in Data Science program and the founder and advisor of DREAM (Data Resources for Eager & Analytical Minds), an award-winning student organization focused on data science and AI. His contributions to education and technology have earned him multiple accolades, including the Minnesota State Board of Trustees Outstanding Educator Award and Minnesota’s Tekne Tech Educator of the Year Award.

Previously, Dr. Bukralia held senior leadership roles in higher education, including Chief Information Officer (CIO), Associate Provost, Dean of Libraries, and Dean of Educational Outreach.

Memerships

Visit DREAM website