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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 7

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Louis Asanaka, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Delu Zhao, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Meghana Gopannagari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Sonika Tamilarasan, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Alan Tao, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Nancy Zhang, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Grace Elizabeth Sletten; Adelia Solarman, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Xiuhao Ding, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Pablo Robles-Granda, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Yang Victoria Shao, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign; Chrysafis Vogiatzis, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Lawrence Angrave, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Hongye Liu, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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-ChampaignNancy Zhang, University of Illinois at Urbana - ChampaignGrace Elizabeth SlettenAdelia Solarman, University of Illinois at Urbana - ChampaignXiuhao Ding, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Xiuhao Ding is a master’s student in Computer Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with interests in CS education and AIGCDr. Pablo Robles-Granda, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Pablo Robles-Granda is a Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.Yang Victoria Shao, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign Yang V. Shao is a Teaching Associate Professor in electrical and computer engineering department at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). She earned

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University; Oyinkansola Aladeokin, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Paper ID #49019Integrating Sustainability Principles into Civil Engineering Capstone Project:Strategies and Pedagogical Approaches at an HBCUMr. Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University Julius Etuke is a COREN-registered civil engineer and a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), with over 15 years of experience in structural design, construction, and consultancy. He has led major infrastructure projects across Nigeria and holds a BSc in Civil Engineering and an MSc in Civil Engineering (Construction Management). Julius is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haiying Long, University of Kansas; Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Stephen Secules, Florida International University

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feelings of imposter syndrome and self-doubt while failing to create equitableeducational opportunities [8]. Critics of this framing argue that the higher education system mustmove beyond token measures and adopt equity-minded, student-centered practices to better servethese populations, recognizing their contributions and addressing their unique needs [8] [9].Within engineering education, predictors of student success are often linked to high schoolacademic performance, standardized test scores, and grades in foundational courses such asCalculus and Physics [4] [5]. Studies have shown that first-year performance, particularly GPA,plays a crucial role in retention and graduation rates, alongside students’ confidence in math andscience abilities [6

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 11

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haya Alshayji, Pennsylvania State University; Deja Workman, Pennsylvania State University; Swapnika Dulam, Pennsylvania State University; Lauren A Griggs, The Pennsylvania State University; Dixon Zor, Pennsylvania State University; Christopher L Dancy, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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Paper ID #47381Experiences with using an LLM-based Chatbot for a Multicultural EngineeringProgram Orientation (Experience)Haya Alshayji, Pennsylvania State University Haya Alshayji is advancing her academic journey as a Ph.D. candidate at Pennsylvania State University’s Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, focusing on integrating machine learning, data science, and statistical modeling in her studies. Recently, she expanded her research experience by joining THiCC Lab as a research assistant. Haya’s involvement in these diverse research areas highlights her commitment to leveraging Al for social good and advancing the

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 13

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carl Anthony Moore Jr, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Chiang Shih, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Jeannine E. Turner, Florida State University

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Paper ID #49449Expanding and Sustaining BP-AE: Scaling Mentorship and Building CollaborativeInfrastructure in Aerospace Engineering (Experience)Dr. Carl Anthony Moore Jr, Florida A&M University - Florida State University Carl A. Moore Jr. is an associate professor at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. He earned his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Howard University and his M.S. and Ph.D. from Northwestern University. Before entering graduate school, Dr. Moore worked as a research engineer and manufacturing engineer for Eastman Kodak Company in the Copy Products and Single-Use Camera divisions. He also has

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 16

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luz Zithviani Gomez, The Ohio State University; Amena Shermadou, The Ohio State University

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Paper ID #48671Bridging the Gap: Translating Research Centered on Diasporic Indigenousstudents to Engineering Education (Work In Progress)Luz Zithviani Gomez, The Ohio State University Luz Zithviani Gomez is a first-generation Zapotec PhD student at The Ohio State University. As an engineer, she is dedicated to fostering inclusive, decolonial practices in engineering education. Her research interests include community-based learning and broadening participation in engineering.Amena Shermadou, The Ohio State University Amena Shermadou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at The Ohio State

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University; Stephanie Zackery, New Mexico State University; Luis Rodolfo Garcia Carrillo, New Mexico State University

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Paper ID #46408Finding the Inner Researcher and Leader through an Engineering MentoredResearch Program at an HSIHilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre received an Ed.D. degree in Higher Education Leadership from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), and an M.Sc. from the University of Technology of Compi`egne, France. She is now a researcher at New Mexico State University (NMSU). She focuses her research on qualitative studies addressing minority and underrepresented student college persistence, such as Latinas’ performance in STEM, mentoring, and

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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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

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eleazar Marquez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Hiram Moya, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Anil Kumar Srivastava, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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, Tampa, Fl. Paper ID: 24641[19] Vargas Hernandez, N., Fuentes, A., & Crown, S. (2018, October). Effectively TransformingStudents through First Year Engineering Student Experiences. In 2018 IEEE Frontiers inEducation Conference (FIE) (pp. 1-5). IEEE.[20] Vargas, N., Marquez, E., Fuentes, A. Development of a Bootcamp for Freshman StudentSuccess During COVID-19 Transition. 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 26-29, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Paper ID: 37598.[21] Noddings, N. (2016). Philosophy of education (4th Edition). New York: Routledge.[22] Vygotsky, L.S. (1978). Mind in society: The development of higher psychological processes.Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark A. Pagano, University of Washington

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Paper ID #45551The Importance of ”Place” in the Building and Establishment of a New EngineeringProgramDr. Mark A. Pagano, University of Washington Dr. Mark A. Pagano Dr. Pagano served as the 6th Chancellor of the University of Washington Tacoma where he championed UW Tacoma’s urban-serving mission through the establishment of Charting our Course, the campus’s 2016-2021 Strategic Plan. He has worked to expand access to higher education in the South Puget Sound and has helped the campus expand the portfolio of programs available in the region including most recently two new programs in Civil and Mechanical Engineering

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Olushola V. Emiola-Owolabi, Morgan State University; Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University

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Paper ID #48721The Role of Diverse Teams in Engineering Innovation: A Case Study of GraduatePrograms at an HBCU.Mr. Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University Surv. Micheal Okegbola was a faculty member with the Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria and an Adjunct with the Surveying and Geoinformatics department, Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses. Surv. Micheal is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Engineering at the Department of Civil Engineering

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lori Marie Houghtalen, University of Texas at El Paso; Roger V. Gonzalez P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Samahara Quintana Chavez, University of Texas at El Paso; Juno Alvarez Morales, University of Texas at El Paso; Guillermo Beckmann, University of Texas at El Paso

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Paper ID #47312Investigating identity, sense of belonging, and early career transitions forHispanic engineering graduates of an HSI (Work in Progress)Dr. Lori Marie Houghtalen, University of Texas at El Paso Lori Houghtalen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education and Leadership at The University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Houghtalen’s research interests include career transitions of students and engineering faculty and engineering leadership assessment. Her teaching experience has been focused on designing industry-based senior capstone courses and leadership and professional development for

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sehba Midhat Hasan, Tufts University

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Paper ID #49036More than a summer bridge programSehba Midhat Hasan, Tufts University Sehba Hasan is an engineer, educator, and advocate committed to equitable STEM education. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering and an MBA in Management . She is currently a Ph.D candidate in STEM education. Sehba’s career reflects her passion for inclusive STEM programming and innovative teaching methods. Her experience includes roles as an Engineering Instructor an Assistant Trio Director and an Associate Director. She played a crucial role in guiding underrepresented students through higher

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Aaron H. Persad, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Yan Waguespack, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Mary L Bowden, University of Maryland, College Park; Gilbert Lee Pinkett, University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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; served in leadership roles in professional societies; and has received several awards and certificates from his home institution as well as professional societies. He has published more than 90 refereed articles in journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings. He has been involved with several divisions of ASEE including the Minorities in Engineering Division (MIND), and served as the division chair of the Energy Conversion, Conservation, and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNED) in 2016. He is a member of the technical committee of IEEE/ASME Mechatronics and Embedded Systems Application(MESA) and has served as the division chair in 2022. He serves as a program committee member of the Maryland Space Grant

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 7

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Zarch, SageFox Consulting Group; Bailey Alexandra Brown, Spelman College; Tamara Pearson, Georgia Institute of Technology; Talia Goldwasser, SageFox Consulting Group

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clients. Talia graduated from Smith College in 2021 with a degree in Mathematics. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Ignorance is Bliss: White Male Privilege and the Reproduction of Gendered-Racism in Computer Science Education (Work in Progress)IntroductionUndergraduate degrees in computer science increased over the last 10 years from 42,459 degreesearned in 2013 to 114,751 degrees earned in 2023, but this growth has not been equallydistributed across the population. For example, the number of CS bachelor’s degrees earned byAsian students grew more than fivefold from 2013 to 2023, while the number earned by Blackstudents increased by a factor of only

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hua Li, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Kai Jin, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Larry Peel PE, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Selinda Martinez, Laredo College; Yan Xu, Del Mar College; Yi Ren, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Antonio Guadalupe Carranza III, Laredo College

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Paper ID #46604Comparative Analysis of the Impacts on Students’ Interests in STEM throughImplementation of Different Types of Learning ModulesDr. Hua Li, Texas A&M University - Kingsville Dr. Hua Li, a Professor in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, is interested in sustainable manufacturing, renewable energy, sustainability assessment, and engineering education. Dr. Li has served as P.I. and Co-P.I. in various projects funded by different federal agencies.Prof. Kai Jin, Texas A&M University - Kingsville Dr. Kai Jin is a Professor of Industrial Engineering and Co-PI of the

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Rodriguez, The University of Texas at Austin

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Paper ID #46463Comparing the attitudes and outcomes of first-time, continuing, and first-generationstudents in an engineering undergraduate research programDr. Adrian Rodriguez, The University of Texas at Austin Adrian Rodriguez is an Engineering Content Developer for zyBooks, a Wiley brand and a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include engineering education, multibody dynamics, contact and impact with friction, electro-mechanical systems, and nonlinear dynamics. He earned his B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and his

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cameron Robert Rusnak, Lincoln University - Missouri; David Heise, Lincoln University

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Paper ID #46043Expanding the Pool: Recognizing the Potential in Underprepared Students(Experience)Dr. Cameron Robert Rusnak, Lincoln University - Missouri Dr. Cameron R. Rusnak is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Lincoln University. Throughout his academic career, he has been dedicated to enhancing undergraduate education by continuously refining his teaching methods to improve student learning outcomes. His efforts focus on creating an engaging, supportive, and effective learning environment that fosters both academic growth and practical understanding.Dr. David Heise, Lincoln University

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kassandra Fernandez, University of Florida; Krista Dulany Chisholm, University of Florida; Nancy Ruzycki, University of Florida

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Paper ID #48880Cultivating Future Engineers through Mentoring Experiences: UndergraduateStudent Perceptions of Mentorship in an Educational STEM K-12 SummerProgram (EBR)Kassandra Fernandez, University of Florida Kassandra Fernandez is a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL, where they are pursuing their PhD in Engineering Education. They graduated from Miami Dade College with a B.S. in Biological Sciences, and from the University of Florida with an M.S. in Microbiology and Cell Science. They have worked as a science teacher at a Title I school in Homestead, FL and as an adjunct

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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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Winifred Opoku, The Ohio State University; Monica Farmer Cox, The Ohio State University; Dira Melissa Delpech, The Ohio State University; Jameka Wiggins, The Ohio State University

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Paper ID #47901Fostering Psychological Safe Spaces For Researchers: Insights From a Multi-InstitutionalResearch Collaboration (Research)Winifred Opoku, The Ohio State University Winifred Opoku is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Engineering Education at the College of Engineering. Before pursuing her PhD, she worked in the energy industry as a mechanical design engineer and corporate trainer. With diverse teaching and mentorship experience across first-year engineering, K-12, nonprofits, and corporate training, Winifred is an emerging scholar focused on creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. Her

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 16

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Skyler J Kern, University of Alaska Anchorage; Michele Yatchmeneff, University of Alaska Anchorage; Linda P Lazzell, University of Alaska Anchorage; Matt Calhoun, University of Alaska Anchorage

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Paper ID #46334An Indigenous University Program Uses the Continuous Improvement Modelto Build a Better Home Away From HomeDr. Skyler J Kern, University of Alaska Anchorage Skyler Kern is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA). Skyler was born, raised, and educated in Alaska which fostered a deep appreciation for the lands, waters, and peoples around the state. As a professor at UAA, he seeks to advance education and research on topics relevant to Alaskan communities, especially Indigenous communities.Dr. Michele Yatchmeneff, University of Alaska Anchorage Michele

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 16

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel I. Adeniranye, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Gabriel Najera

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Paper ID #48808Policy and Program Leaders’ Lenses: Enhancing Educational Transitionsand Success for Engineering Transfer Students (Work in Progress)Mr. Daniel I. Adeniranye, Florida International University Daniel Adeniranye holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, a dual master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering and Project Development, and a master’s degree in Project Management. He currently serves as a Research Assistant at the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education at Florida International University (FIU). His ongoing research focuses on the experiences of engineering

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Abiola Olayinka Ajala, Morgan State University

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Paper ID #48015Strategies for Enhancing Diversity, Inclusiveness, and Engagement AmongGraduate Engineering Students at one of the Nation’s Historically Black Collegesand Universities (HBCU).Mr. Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University Surv. Micheal Okegbola was a faculty member with the Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria and an Adjunct with the Surveying and Geoinformatics department, Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses. Surv. Micheal is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Sustainable and

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 11

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jae Hoon Lim, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Jerry Lynn Dahlberg Jr, University of Tennessee Space Institute; Terry L. Miller, Alabama A&M University; Sohee Kim, University of South Alabama; Zhengtao Deng, Alabama A&M University

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several premier journals, including the Journal of Educational Psychology, Journal of Higher Education, and Science and Engineering and Ethics. She is a contributing author to several books published by Oxford University Press, Teachers College Press, and University of California Press. She served as President for the Korean American Educational Researchers Association, including President in 2013-2014, and Chair of the KAERA Board of Directors in 2019-2020.Dr. Jerry Lynn Dahlberg Jr, University of Tennessee Space Institute Jerry Dahlberg is the Senior Director of Research at the University of Tennessee Space Institute. Prior to joining UTSI, he was an Assistant Teaching Professor and Senior Design Committee Chair at the

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #47033When Life Gives you Lemons, Make Lemonade: The Unique Challenges andStrengths of Low-Income Transfer Students Pursuing an Engineering Degree(Research)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

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Obumneme Godson Osele, Stanford University; Crystal Winston, Stanford University; Ihsan Mekki, Stanford University

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Paper ID #46620Am I The Villain?: How Critical Reflection Gaps in Individual UniversityDecision-Makers Affect Access ProgramsMr. Obumneme Godson Osele, Stanford University Obumneme Godson Osele (he/him) is a Mechanical Engineering PhD candidate at Stanford University. His research involves designing mechanically compliant growing robots to manipulate objects with significant payloads for applications ranging from patient transfer to aerial manipulation. He is a Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellow, Stanford Enhancing Diversity in Graduate Education Fellow, GEM Associate Fellow, SystemX Robotics DEI Fellow and a Stanford

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 15

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Azadeh Bolhari, University of Colorado Boulder; Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder; Caroline Steely, University of Colorado Boulder

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Paper ID #47798Work-In-Progress: Exploring the Contributions of Varied Neurotypes to Innovationin Engineering Teams through Qualitative Analysis of Reflective MemosDr. Azadeh Bolhari, University of Colorado Boulder Dr. Bolhari is a professor of environmental engineering in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) at the University of Colorado Boulder. She specializes in teaching the fate and transport of contaminants as well as capstone design projects. Dr. Bolhari is passionate about community-based participatory action research. Her research interests lie at the intersection of

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Rodriguez, The University of Texas at Austin; Andrea Lidia Castillo, Arizona State University; Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #46714Work-in-Progress: Evaluating the impact of changes in DEI programs, policies,and initiatives on graduate student experiences across three HSI universitiesDr. Adrian Rodriguez, The University of Texas at Austin Adrian Rodriguez is a Senior Engineering Content Developer for zyBooks, a Wiley brand and a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include engineering education, multibody dynamics, contact and impact with friction, electro-mechanical systems, and nonlinear dynamics. He earned his B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 13

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fahad Khan, Springfield Technical Community College

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Paper ID #48152The Effect on Classroom Modality on The Learning Outcomes of LatinxStudents in STEMProf. Fahad Khan, Springfield Technical Community College Professor Fahad Khan is a Mechanical Engineer with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Professor Khan’s background includes: a ten-year work in the energy sector in Saudi Arabia, graduate research in thermos fluids, and a Master of Business Administration in Industrial Management. For the last 10 years, Professor Khan has been teaching at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in the Department of Energy Systems Technologies

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 11

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eva Theresa Singleton, The Citadel Military College ; Oguzhan Oruc, The Citadel; Deirdre D Ragan, Pennsylvania State University; Nahid Vesali P.E., The Citadel; Andrew B. Williams, The Citadel

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Paper ID #48705The First AI+ Health & Humanoids Camp for Underrepresented MinorityMiddle School Girls in South Carolina (Work in Progress)Dr. Eva Theresa Singleton, The Citadel Military College Dr. Eva Singleton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Leadership and Program Management (ELPM) at The Citadel Military College in Charleston, SC. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), she worked across diverse industries, including government contracting, manufacturing, entrepreneurial endeavors, and educational publishing. Enthusiastic about sharing her expertise, Dr. Singleton is