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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Manuel Padilla, Michigan Technological University; Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University; Briana C Bettin, Michigan Technological University; Kathryn Laura Hannum, Michigan Technological University; Adrienne Minerick, Michigan Technological University

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(see Figure 1).Through each activity, the focus was building upon the rich, community-based assets studentscontribute. Activities included:●​ Panel with Finishing Scholars (Aspirational, Community). Our S-STEM Finishing Scholars were invited to share their aspirations and advice to be successful in college.●​ Keweenaw-day group trip (Navigational). Our Peer Mentor took them to a traditional campus event showcasing clubs and other extracurricular activities.●​ Civic engagement (Community). We hosted a session on how to register and vote with the Director of Student Leadership and Involvement and the League of Women Voters.●​ Prep for Career Fair (Navigational, Aspirational). We held an interactive session on prepping for the career

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anne M Lucietto, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Lesley M Berhan, The University of Toledo; Monita Hollis Mungo, The University of Toledo; Revathy Kumar

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, institutional support,and the broader social context. By understanding these dynamics, educational institutions canbetter tailor their programs and support systems to meet the needs of all students, ultimatelyenhancing their academic experiences and fostering a more diverse and capable workforce inengineering technology.Factors Influencing Academic Choices of Engineering Technology StudentsUnderstanding the factors influencing the academic choices of students, particularly those whoare underrepresented in engineering fields, reveals significant gaps in the existing literature. Acritical aspect of this issue is the role of school counselors in guiding students toward STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. Falco emphasizes the

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Timothy E. Allen, University of Virginia

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multiple opportunities to presenttheir research progress throughout the summer toexperts in the field. They also received professionaldevelopment training on research ethics, technicalcommunication, and launching careers in systemsbioengineering. Figure 1 shows a summary of theactivities in a typical summer. For two summers (2020 & 2021), the program was run as a completelyvirtual REU due to institutional constraints on visiting researchers due to the pandemic, as the nature ofsystems bioengineering and BDS research enables it to be conducted outside a laboratory setting. Toassess the program each year, we analyzed participant demographics, outcomes in presenting andpublishing their work, career outcomes, exit interviews, and anonymous survey

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Evaluation and Assessment for Engineering Leadership Programs

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James N Magarian, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Alexander Rokosz, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

Paper ID #45681Advancing a Multi-year Longitudinal Assessment Approach for an EngineeringLeadership Program: A Work in ProgressDr. James N Magarian, Massachusetts Institute of Technology James Magarian is a Sr. Lecturer with the Gordon-MIT Engineering Leadership (GEL) Program and serves as Academic Director for the MIT School of Engineering Programs in Technical Leadership and Communication. He joined MIT and GEL after nearly a decade in industry as a mechanical engineer and engineering manager in aerospace/defense. His research focuses on engineering workforce formation and the education-careers transition.Alexander Rokosz

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Tech Session 4: Embedding Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Framework in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rajani Muraleedharan, Saginaw Valley State University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

ensure future engineers areequipped with the necessary skills to address global environmental issues.At SVSU, engineering ethics is offered as one of the topics in the course titled ‘engineering careers andconcepts’, which is offered to all incoming freshmen engineering students, and in senior year, students areprovided an exposure through their capstone design project. However. Engineering ethics is offered as ageneral education course for all engineering students in sophomore year. On average, there are 100students who register for the GenEd and Freshmen 100-level course in an academic year, and 25 studentsin capstone design course. Exposure to engineering ethics topic is offered to undergraduate studentsstarting their freshmen to senior year

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julian Andrew Schmitt; Marlene Urbina; Alexander Michael Perhay; Chance William Tyler, Illinois State University; Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University; Matt Aldeman, Illinois State University; Jin Ho Jo; Allison Antink-Meyer, Illinois State University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Illinois State University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 olar Energy Activities ShowcaseThe following activities are examples from a unit of study that focuses on harnessing,using, and controlling energy. These activities were designed for pre-college learners ingrades 6-12 in informal learning settings as part of [NSF grant project] byundergraduates at [University]. The goal of [project] is to promote interest in collegeand career pathways related to engineering, sustainability, and renewable energytechnologies. All activities can be freely accessed at: [REDACTED URL]In Singing SolarCircuits, studentsexperiment with solarpower by using solarcells to create music.They will connect

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ENT-5: Pathways for Developing Entrepreneurial Skills Across Educational Levels

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abigail Mulry, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Chloe Hincher, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Olgha Bassam Qaqish, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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Paper ID #47266First-Year Engineering Study Abroad Experience: An Engineering DesignCourse That Enhances Student Development in Multiculturalism and EntrepreneurialMindsetAbigail Mulry, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Abigail Mulry is an undergraduate student pursuing a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a B.A. in International Studies with concentrations in Human Biology and Latin American Studies, respectively. She is a Park Scholar at North Carolina State University and has career aspirations of pursuing medicine and conducting clinical research.Chloe Hincher, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Chloe

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 9: Collaboration and Community

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahreum Lim, Arizona State University; Emma Frow, Arizona State University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

is an important and complex site of negotiationbetween control and care: how do lab principal investigators (PIs) create environments that nurturethe development of individual trainees at multiple career stages, while advancing their own careerand research agenda in ways that will satisfy institutional expectations? This is fraught territory,grounded in an academic reward system that prioritizes individual performance. Persistent surveysof STEM trainees struggling with mental health [1], [2] highlight a culture of control linked tomeritocratic systems that can prioritize PI career advancement over the well-being of lab members.This culture is increasingly being challenged, by both trainees and mentors. How to support lableaders invested in

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International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patrick Tunno; Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Pennsylvania State University

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International Division (INTL)

experiences. The program aligns with institutional goals offostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency, aiming to produce engineers withglobal leadership capabilities. Participants develop cross-cultural awareness, communication,and leadership skills, further enhanced by a one-credit gateway course. This paper reviews thecourse content and discusses continuous improvements informed by student feedback and globalleadership development with cultural perspectives. Evaluation data highlights student gains incultural and professional competencies, shaping their academic and career trajectories. Thefindings underscore the value of integrating global leadership training into engineering educationand offer insights into program

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Informal Education and Outreach Programs for Women Engineering Students

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lillian Clark Jeznach, Roger Williams University; Maija A Benitz, Roger Williams University

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

% Custom 6% 1% 15%LAESE (Longitudinal Assessment of Engineering Self-Efficacy)The Longitudinal Assessment of Engineering Self-Efficacy (LAESE) is a tool for measuring theengineering-specific self-efficacy of undergraduate and graduate students [14, 15, 16]. It hasbeen normed and validated with engineering students and is employed by researchers examiningself-efficacy in a variety of engineering programs from large public universities to small privatecolleges [10, 11, 14, 17, 18]. The thirty-one survey items encompass several dimensions of self-efficacy, including outcome expectations, workload management, major selection, copingstrategies, career exploration, and the influence of role models. Additionally

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 3: Session 3: Curriculum in Motion - Redesigning the First-Year Experience

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ivan E. Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University; Abbie Canale, Pennsylvania State University; Erin A Hostetler, The Pennsylvania State University; Bradley J. Sottile, The Pennsylvania State University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

growth in differentdimensions [15], for the redesign of the first-year seminar, the six dimensions of growth(cultural, physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and moral) were condensed under fourdimensions: academic, personal, professional, and civic. In the context of this work, academicrefers to the pedagogical experience to build a strong foundation of knowledge and skillsessential for students’ future careers but also awareness and use of resources to support theeducational experience. Personal refers to the development of self-awareness, confidence,emotional intelligence, and resilience, which are crucial for navigating life’s challenges.Professional refers to the development of technical knowledge and experiences, professionalskills

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.A

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Russell Feldhausen, Kansas State University; Nathan H Bean, Kansas State University; Joshua Levi Weese, Kansas State University; David S. Allen, Kansas State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

areas of the United States have less access to computer science education and are underrepresented in computer science majors and careers. At the same time, many rural occupations such as agriculture are becoming reliant on technology, and there is a need for skilled computer scientists with a rural background and skillset to develop effective tools and software that can be used in those occupations. In addition, the values of grit, determination, self-sufficiency, and perseverance often studied in rural populations are also attributed to successful computer scientists. Given the need for rural students to participate in computer science careers, and the overlap in rural values and the qualities of good

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Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Juan M Cruz, Rowan University; Michael Venuto, Rowan University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL), Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), 73% ofengineering firms say the biggest concern is continued upward pressure on wages for new hires[1]. With this upward pressure, firms expect new graduates to immediately contribute to remaincompetitive. We interviewed CE leaders in the transportation infrastructure field about the currentstate of readiness of new graduate hires. They explained their expectations to be effective in theprofession and build a career that propels solutions to infrastructure challenges. The needs oftoday may not be the same needs of the past as the civil engineering consultant industry may bechanging more rapidly than academia. It is conceivable that the core elements have not changedbut there may have been a change

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nikunja Swain, South Carolina State University; Biswajit Biswal, South Carolina State University; Janmejay Mohanty, South Carolina State University

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

the IBMSkillBuild program. We are thankful to IBM for providing us with this opportunity. IBM SkillsBuild ProgramIBM SkillsBuild is a free education program focused on underrepresented communities in tech,that helps adult learners and high school and university students and faculty, develop valuablenew skills and access career opportunities. The program includes an online platform that iscomplemented by customized practical learning experiences delivered in collaboration with aglobal network of partners.The open version of IBM SkillsBuild is an online platform which offers over 1,000 courses in 20languages on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analysis, cloud computing and manyother technical

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Animesh Paul, University of Georgia; Kevin Jay Kaufman-Ortiz, Purdue University/Cornell University; Crystal Alicia Nattoo, Stanford University; Yeswanth (Yash) Tadimalla, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

mathematics teacher by the Department of Education in Puerto Rico. Kevin is currently a Ph.D. candidate in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. His interests center around national identity, engineering culture, acculturation, and inclusion of colonial migrants from the U.S. territories who are looking to pursue engineering careers in the contiguous United States.Crystal Alicia Nattoo, Stanford University Crystal Nattoo (she/they) is an Electrical Engineering (EE) Ph.D. Candidate at Stanford University as well as a first-generation college student from South Florida. Her current research focuses on characterizing defect densities in 2D transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) transistor technologies. She

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 2: Student Success and Support

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Doris J. Espiritu, City Colleges of Chicago; Russell R. Ceballos, Wilbur Wright College - City Colleges of Chicago; Ruzica Todorovic, Wilbur Wright College - One of the City Colleges of Chicago

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

-efficacy by eliminating Math remediation, developing professional identity bycreating a cohort system, promoting socialization activities, strengthening connections to thecollege, and building awareness of engineering fields and career opportunities.[12] TheContextualized Bridge is designed to help prepare students for college-level math and chemistryprior to students starting their engineering/computer science curriculum, during a 6-week, 4 daysper week, 4 hours per day academic intervention during the summer. It is contextualized to addresstopics identified as the main deterrents of students' success and tailored towards student'sindividual skills. In addition to math and chemistry preparation, the Bridge is infused withmentoring, tutoring and

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Evaluating Pre-College STEM Programs: Longitudinal Impact, Integration, and Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nidaa Makki, The University of Akron; Katrina B Halasa Halasa; Donald P. Visco Jr., The University of Akron; Edward A. Evans, The University of Akron; Kristin L. K. Koskey, Binghamton University State University of New York

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

pandemic was disruptive to the education system across the world in countlessways. And while remote and virtual learning tried to address the challenge of content delivery,hands-on laboratory experiences which provided authentic science inquiry for high schoolstudents were impossible to replace during the pandemic. Additionally, the valuable afterschooland summer programs that supplemented such in school training (e.g., science fairs, roboticscompetitions, Science Olympiad) were not available as well. Research tells us that suchexperiences are crucial to catalyze a high school students’ interest in STEM careers [1], [2].Even more detrimental is the fact that these activities are often identified as milestones forstudents who are college-bound

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Soto-Cabán, The Ohio State University; Ferdinand Avila-Medina, The Ohio State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

andcompetitiveness.BSET graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in manufacturing, product design, testing,construction, technical services, and sales. Some may also pursue opportunities in engineeringentrepreneurship, facilities management, or operations management. By offering a four-yeardegree exclusively at regional campuses, the program addresses local industry needs whileequipping students with a solid foundation in both analytical and interpersonal skills. Thispreparation enables them to advance into managerial and leadership roles, contributing toinnovation and growth within the manufacturing sector.All BSET courses are designed using the backward design process [2],[3], which begins byidentifying specific, student-centered goals and objectives

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Karen Wosczyna-Birch, CT College of Technology

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Epsilon Pi Tau (EPT), the 2018 CT Women of Innovation Award in the Postsecondary Academic Innovation & Leadership Category, the 2012 New England Board of Higher Education Excellence Award for the State of CT and most recently, the 2020 HI TEC Innovative Program of the Year Award and 2021 ITEEA Special Recognition Award. In 2014, she was invited to the White House College Opportunity Summit recognizing leaders like Karen for their commitment to STEM education. She also serves on numerous local and national boards including the Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society, Hartford High’s Pathway for Engineering and Green Technology, and the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. ©American

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Faculty Development: Lessons Learned Papers and Lightning Talks

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Megan Morin, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Joel J. Ducoste, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Meredith McDevitt, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Ann Marie Tamayo, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Evelyn C. Brown, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Dominick Stephenson

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

Paper ID #48616Reimagining Faculty Development with an Entrepreneurial Approach Usingthe Harvard Business Review Framework and a Corporate Brand IdentityMatrixDr. Megan Morin, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Megan Morin, Ph.D. (she/her) is the Associate Director in the Office of Faculty Development and Success at North Carolina State University’s College of Engineering. Her career began as a middle school teacher in the North Carolina Wake County Public School System. Following that, she took on roles such as the KEEN Program Coordinator at UNC-Chapel Hill and Senior Project Specialist at ASHLIN Management Group

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 2: Identity, Professionalization, and Belonging I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard A House, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Jessica Livingston, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

easily as do morefrequently invoked technical considerations. Further demonstrating the necessity ofsociotechnical education, Riley and Sciarra’s case study demonstrates that women inengineering education can benefit from opportunities to grapple with historical legacies relevantto their own experiences and career aims.In this paper, we analyze film representations of the École massacre from the early documentaryAfter the Montréal Massacre (Rogers 1990) to Denis Villeneuve’s 2009 feature dramatizationPolytechnique. We do not find that filmmakers over time have arrived at more comprehensiveaccounts of the tragedy or keener diagnoses of its causes. Instead, each telling becomes furtherremoved from the initial feminist understanding of the events

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Petitti, The Ohio State University

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Diversity

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

partners,private industry, state government, and federal government, provide students the opportunity to work inan environment that matches their experience after graduation. Students are programming roboticsystems, developing medical devices, leveraging 3D printing techniques, and more [14].In the years since its founding in December of 2014, CDME has experienced much success bothfinancially as well as in student outcomes. By exposing undergraduates to the wide range of workopportunities in manufacturing, CDME believes it has increased the number of students interested inpursuing a career in this industry. Simultaneously, CDME is an excellent recruitment and retainment toolfor undergraduate students seeking both pay to help offset the cost of

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christopher Freeze, The University of Oklahoma

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

1valuable or very valuable for their career” while 65% say “certifications are the best way toprove knowledge and understanding of concepts” (ISC2, 2024, p. 25). This case study intends to relate the intentional steps taken by a major mid-westernuniversity to incorporate the CompTIA Security+ certification exam topics into anundergraduate, junior-level, Foundations of Cybersecurity semester-long course. The programwas the first offering of the class in a new undergraduate degree in cybersecurity. Theundergraduate degree is housed in the university’s Polytechnic Institute. The institute “focuseson high-demand, advanced and applied technology-based education” (OUPI, 2024). Ebneyaminiet al. (2018) explained that the use of a case study was

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tyler Clark, SageFox Consulting Group ; Rebecca Zarch, SageFox Consulting Group; Mikaela Hurd

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

value students place on external resources. Thefindings highlight the need for better institutional support, mentorship, and career preparation forCS students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. Additionally, this researchlays the groundwork for future studies on the evolving role of external online education inshaping the academic and professional trajectories of CS students.IntroductionIn recent years, the rapid evolution of technology and the growing demand for computer science(CS) professionals have transformed the educational landscape. As universities strive to preparestudents for the dynamic tech industry, gaps in formal education have become increasinglyevident. These gaps—ranging from insufficient mentorship to a

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ERM Technical Session: Strategies for Student Support

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso; Dessaray Gorbett

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

experience and mentorship in promotingthe socio-academic integration of underrepresented minorities into STEM fields [5]. Studiesconsistently demonstrate that research experience positively influences career choice,preparation, and placement, while programs incorporating research experiences are linked toincreased degree completion and academic persistence [4], [6], [7]. Similarly, mentorship hasbeen shown to significantly enhance academic achievement, productivity, and persistence [8].Providing students with resources, networking opportunities, and encouragement has provenparticularly effective in fostering academic success and resilience. Furthermore, undergraduateresearch not only cultivates excellence but also expands participation in

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel Bocian, Cornell University; Alexandra Werth, Cornell University; Campbell James McColley, Cornell University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

and prompting teamwork through guided worksheets requiring groupdiscussions. Additionally, emphasis was placed on developing expert-like epistemologiessurrounding BME, as research has indicated that there is a connection between students’ beliefsabout science and engineering and learning in STEM courses [6], [7], [8], [9]. To achieve this,we encouraged comfort with failure as well as an understanding of the importance of iterationthrough activities like the “desert island” scenario in Module 1 and the exploration of the bloodpressure datasets in Module 3.A major goal of this course transformation was to foster confidence in translating skills learnedto future careers. To achieve this, we dedicated one class session to reflecting on both

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard C Hill, University of Detroit Mercy; Andrew Lapetina, University of Detroit Mercy; Michael Lachney, Michigan State University; Aman Yadav

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, etc.—we haveobserved some consistent trends. Participation in this AP-level CS course has led to a decrease instudent self-efficacy as well as the students’ own assessment of their interest in the field of CS.In contrast with these trends, the research team observed strong reporting of students planning topursue CS-related careers following their high school graduation, with some notable exceptions.Keywordsbroadening participation, computer science education, high schoolIntroductionTo meet the technical workforce needs of domestic industries, significant resources have beeninvested by government, corporate, and non-profit organizations to increase student interest andskills in computer science (CS). Specifically, sizeable effort has been

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey D Radloff, SUNY, Cortland

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

integrate authentic engineering activities that connect with real-worldissues like sustainability. Storytelling about sustainable engineering offers a practical method ofintroducing PSTs to authentic engineering projects, practices, and careers. This work-in-progress, funded by ASEE’s Engineering for One Planet (EOP) initiative, illustrates the impactof engaging PSTs in reading and reflecting upon a set of “Sustainable Engineering Stories”during science teaching methods courses at two institutions.During the summer of 2024, the researchers interviewed engineers from various disciplinesabout projects oriented toward sustainability. From those interviews, we created a set of eightSustainable Engineering Stories for PSTs enrolled in their elementary

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) GIFTS Session 2: Foundational Skills in the First-Year Engineering Classroom

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Thomas Garnett, Auburn University; Lucila Marcela Carias Duron, Auburn University; Maria Lujan Auad, Auburn University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

) course to all first-year students in Fall 2023, teaching approximately 1300 students each year. Matthew recently defended his dissertation in February 2025 and plans to pursue a career in academia teaching first-year engineering students starting Fall 2025.Lucila Marcela Carias Duron, Auburn University Lucila M. Carias earned her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Centroamericana ”Jose Simeon Ca˜nas” in El Salvador in 2018. She continued her academic journey with a Master’s in Process Engineering from the same university in 2021 and a Master’s in Integrated Management Systems from Nebrija University, Spain, in 2020. Lucila has four years of professional experience in the flexible packaging and recycling

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anna-Lena Dicke, University of California, Irvine; Kameryn Denaro; David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine; Analia E. Rao, University of California, Irvine

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #47028Promoting the Persistence of Underrepresented Low-Income Engineering TransferStudents through a Comprehensive Scholarship Program (Experience)Anna-Lena Dicke, University of California, Irvine Dr. Dicke is an Associate Project Scientist within the School of Education at the University of California, Irvine. In her research, she aims to understand how students’ motivation and interest in the STEM fields can be fostered to secure their educational persistence and long-term career success. Trying to bridge the gap between theory and practice, she is currently involved in an NSF-funded project aimed at fostering