NewsWLRN — South Florida NPR (Education)August 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Nathan Thomas becomes youngest college professor at Miami Dade College
Nathan Thomas began teaching at Miami Dade College at age 18, setting a new Guinness World Record for the youngest male professor. He surpassed the previous record held by Colin Maclarin for over three centuries.
Read the full story at WLRN — South Florida NPR (Education)Why It Matters
This event marks a historical milestone for Miami Dade College and the local academic community regarding the age of faculty members.
Key Facts
- Nathan Thomas taught his first course at Miami Dade College in August 2023.
- Nathan Thomas was 18 years and 346 days old at the time of his first course.
- Nathan Thomas set the Guinness World Record for the youngest male professor.
- The previous record holder, Colin Maclarin, was 19 years old.
- The previous record had been held for 306 years.
Who's Mentioned
organizationUniversity of Miami School of Law“Institution where Nathan is currently a law student.”personColin Maclarin“The previous record holder.”personNathan Thomas“The subject of the article and record-holding professor.”organizationMiami Dade College“The institution where Nathan Thomas taught.”personMerlyn Rani Thomas“Mother of Nathan Thomas.”organizationGuinness World Records“The organization that verified the record.”personNoah Thomas“Brother of Nathan Thomas.”organizationFlorida International University“University where Nathan earned his bachelor's and master's degrees.”