Dr. Love is a Professor of Technology and Engineering Education, and Director of Graduate Studies in Career and Technology Education at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He earned his master's and Ph.D. in Integrative STEM Education from Virginia Tech. His bachelors degree is in Technology Education from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He previously taught technology and engineering (T&E) courses in Maryland’s Public School System. He is nationally recognized for his work related to the safer design of makerspaces and collaborative STEM labs. Dr. Love is an Authorized OSHA Trainer for General Industry. He has also served on committees at state and national levels that developed P-12 engineering education standards. In recognition of his work, Dr. Love has received awards from professional organizations such as the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association and ASEE. Prior to Dr. Love's employment at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore he taught elementary/middle grades STEM education methods courses at Penn State University's Capital Campus.