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Empowering Pre-College Students through AI and Computer Science: Standards, Self-Efficacy, and Social Impact

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Julie M. Smith, Institute for Advancing Computing Education; Jacob Koressel; Bryan Twarek

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

]. Guo and Ottenbreit-Leftwich explored state CS standards via acontent analysis [7]. Their analysis found that many states followed CSTA’s lead in organizingstandards, but that there were some significant divergences, especially in terms of where withinthe overall curriculum CS was housed (e.g., in career and technical education) and what topicswere added (e.g., digital literacy). Oda et al. conducted an international comparison of CSinstruction in ten countries by performing a content analysis on national curricula documents; theyfound that, for the countries they studied, most initially focus on instruction related to impacts ofcomputing, programming, and algorithms and then, in subsequent grades, expand instruction totopics related to

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Tech Session 5: Toward a New Paradigm in Environmental Engineering: From Knowledge Frameworks to Learning Impact

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Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology

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product of the Environmental Engineering Body of Knowledge TaskCommittee, which had representatives from across the breadth of the environmentalengineering profession. The Committee also sought extensive constituent input during thedevelopment of the EEBOK2 through, inter alia, a series of quantitative and qualitativesurveys. The Committee relied heavily on the constituent survey responses along with theaforementioned resources (ASCE 2004, ASCE 2008, ASCE 2019, NASEM 2019, NCEES2019, NCEES 2020).As an aspirational compass for the profession, the EEBOK2 applies to all environmentalengineers, regardless of career path or area of practice. Accordingly, it should be ofinterest to a broad audience, including educators, students, emerging

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ME Division 5: Advancing Robotic and Mechanisms Education

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Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Anurag Purwar, Stony Brook University; Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Sebastian Bawab, Old Dominion University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

need for clear project guidelines, rubrics, and early introduction of projects, asseen in studies by Dochy et al. [8]. The design of medical devices as a context for engineeringprojects has gained traction as an interdisciplinary approach to teaching, integrating conceptsfrom mechanical engineering, electronics, and biomedical sciences, providing students withexposure to real-world healthcare applications [9]. This approach aligns with broader trends inengineering education to prepare students for interdisciplinary and socially impactful careers. Inthis work, student team projects involving design and development of walking end-effectorbased robots as artifacts were chosen as means to study design principles of medical devices. Arelated field

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 8

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Danielle Vegas Lewis; Gerard Dorvè-Lewis, University of Pittsburgh; Linda DeAngelo, University of Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh or theNational Science Foundation. ReferencesAmelink, C.T. and Creamer, E.G. (2010). Gender differences in elements of the undergraduate experience that influence satisfaction with the engineering major and the intent to pursue engineering as a career. Journal of Engineering Education, 99(1), 81-92. https://doi.org/10.1002/j.2168-9830.2010.tb01044.xCarter, N. (2012). Critical race feminism: An educational perspective. PowerPlay: A Journal of Educational Justice, 4(1), 249–261.Childers-McKee, C. D., & Hytten, K. (2015). Critical race feminism and the complex challenges of educational reform. The Urban Review, 47, 393-412.Creswell, J. W., & Poth, C. N

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 3

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Mahima Agumbe Suresh, San Jose State University

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Internet of Things, and engineering education. She has published in several peer-reviewed conferences and journals and has been a program committee member at several conferences. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Active Learning and Specifications Grading for Undergraduate Algorithms and Data Structures coursesAbstractAlgorithms and Data Structures are core concepts taught in all computing undergraduateprograms. It is important to ensure that student activities in the class lay the foundation andprepare them for future courses and career. In addition, assessment should allow for students todevelop a growth mindset. The course may benefit with a grading system can be

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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Sheryl A. Sorby, University of Cincinnati; Muhammad Asghar P.E., University of Cincinnati; Gregory Warren Bucks, University of Cincinnati; Jeremy Michael Olivar Hill, University of Cincinnati; Jeff Kastner, University of Cincinnati; Teri J Murphy, University of Cincinnati; David Reeping, University of Cincinnati

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that wanted to adapt andadopt the findings from the existing Coalitions. A strong focus of the Coalitions was onintroductory engineering courses, with the rationale that engineering was losing too many studentsthrough attrition, and we needed to pay more attention to their formative years. Nearly everyCoalition created some version of an FYE program through this funding mechanism. The numberof FYE programs across the nation has increased dramatically based on these investments, largelyin response to curricular efforts aimed at retaining engineering students by providing them withmeaningful career-oriented experiences early in their college educations.Many of these first-year programs were called “common first-year engineering programs,”meaning

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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Bridget L. Maher, University of Michigan Marsal School of Education

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present findings of our NSF IUSE funded study, an ongoingdevelopment and research effort that re-envisions STEM teaching, learning, and teachereducation in a cradle-to-career learning campus that is a part of a large public school district.96% of our students identify as Black or Brown and we are serving about 650 students. Thevision of the learning campus, opened in 2019, is “Leaders Designing Change,” whichemphasizes human-centered design and Engineering (HCD-E) and social and communityengagement.Guided by sociocultural theory [6] and calls for dramatic systems change in education [7], wehave developed and enacted innovative structures and systems for teaching, learning, and teachereducation within a single school site that highlights and

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

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Erik Schettig, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Aaron C. Clark, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Daniel P. Kelly, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Jeremy V Ernst, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Raleigh Aaron C. Clark is a Professor of Technology, Design, and Engineering Education within the College of Education and Department Head for STEM Education at NC State University. He has worked in both industry and education. Dr. Clark’s teaching specialties aDr. Daniel P. Kelly, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Dr. Daniel P. Kelly is an Assistant Professor of Technology, Design, and Engineering Education at NC State University. Dr. Kelly’s research is centered on improving access to STEM education for students historically underrepresented in STEM career and educational pathways.Dr. Jeremy V Ernst, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Dr. Jeremy Ernst is Professor of Technology and Vice President for

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

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Deborah Moyaki, University of Georgia; Nathaniel Hunsu, University of Georgia; Dominik May, University of Wuppertal; Cheryl T Gomillion, University of Georgia

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-grounded studies that investigate the influence of VR laboratories on learners'experiences beyond technical evaluations and comparison studies. Our study addresses this gapby evaluating students' experiences in VR laboratories through the experiential learning theory(ELT) lens. In adopting a theory-driven approach, we aim to uncover insights and strategies forimplementing VR laboratories for optimal student outcomes toward adequately preparingstudents for workplace careers. We adopt a qualitative methodology to answer our researchquestion: "What are students’ experiences when using VR labs for learning?"We adopted ELT as it provided a framework for assessing VR laboratories as environments thatallow for active learner roles through its emphasis on

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.A

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Friday Emmanuel James, Kansas State University; Joshua Levi Weese, Kansas State University; Nathan H Bean, Kansas State University; Russell Feldhausen, Kansas State University; Michelle Friend, University of Nebraska - Omaha; Robert Stewart, Kansas State University; Carrie Grace Aponte; David S. Allen, Kansas State University

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created largely by patterns of residentialsegregation and socioeconomic disadvantage [11].The integration of computer science into almost every discipline creates lucrative jobsand promising career opportunities. However, the field is still underpopulated and under-represented [12]. Specifically, one of the significant challenges and bottlenecks in the expansionof computer science education is the inaccessibility of highly qualified teachers in rural areas[13]. To help address the CS teacher deficit, Morrissey and Koballa et al [13] developed apreservice CS certification pathway, a testing option for CS professionals who want to transitionfrom industry into teaching, and a CS endorsement for teachers who are certified in otherteaching areas to

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 2: Designing Creativity - Innovation Through First-Year Maker Projects

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Udeme Idem, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Senay Purzer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Jason Morphew, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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) revealed that usage data from online simulations demonstrated the course's success inenhancing student engagement and learning. Coonley et al. (2020) also proposed that the course fostersproblem-solving abilities and teamwork. Fifteen publications reported that the course successfullymaintained students' interest in engineering. According to Butterfield and Branch (2015),microcontrollers stimulated students' interest in pursuing further studies and careers in chemicalengineering. Likewise, Tennison et al. (2020) note an increased interest in pursuing engineering studiesand careers in mechanical engineering. Fifteen literatures documented that microcontrollers andmicroelectronics in first and sophomore engineering programs helped students have a

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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grant monies were being directed to CER from agencies including theEnvironmental Protection Agency [6],[7] and the National Institutes of Health [8]. There arechallenges in ensuring that these investments truly benefit communities given that “fundingdecisions often prioritize research outcomes and academic teams over the community…potentially hindering the sustainability and effectiveness of collaborative efforts” [9, p. S348].There is also evidence that CER is not always advantageous to the academic careers of thefaculty participating in this work [10],[11],[12]. STEM (science, technology, engineering, andmathematics) fields in particular may grapple with these issues given their tradition that narrowlydefines expertise and preferences

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.B

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jina Wilde, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Michael Zawatski, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Darean Wilde, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Emiliano Beltran, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Amanda S. Fernandez, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Timothy Yuen, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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teachers from non-CSbackgrounds to introduce CS experiences and instruction into their classrooms to increase Latinxparticipation in CS. The program presented computer science and pedagogical content alignedwith the state’s high school CS teacher standards. It also assisted teachers in navigating thechallenges of implementing CS teaching in diverse classrooms.To support these goals, CS4SA designed and developed a professional development program thatincluded instructional materials, workshops, tutoring, coding camps, and campus visits, whereteachers observed presentations about university CS degree programs, deepening theirunderstanding of CS applications and career pathways. The instructional materials includedbooks on computer programming [1

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New Approaches and Leadership Development Frameworks

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bailey Kathryn McOwen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Arsalan Ashraf, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Emad Ali, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Dayoung Kim, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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education and industry needs to support ethical, lifelong learning across diverse engineering pathways.Arsalan Ashraf, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Arsalan Ashraf is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. His research interests include AI ethics, ethics and social responsibility, and lifelong learning. He has broad experience in academia and industry, which motivates him to do research on these vibrant areas. He is a first-generation student from a small village in Punjab, Pakistan. He completed his B.S. in Aviation Management from Lahore in 2017 and then worked in the aviation industry. After gaining experience, he changed his career path and entered academia

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leslie Bondaryk, The Concord Consortium; Aaron Kyle, Duke University; Ido Davidesco, University of Connecticut; Chad Dorsey; Bianca Montrosse-Moorhead, University of Connecticut

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Paper ID #46896Embodied Sensors and Digital Twins as an Introduction to MicroprocessorProgramming for Middle and High School Non-CS MajorsMs. Leslie Bondaryk, The Concord Consortium Leslie Bondaryk received the B.S. degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the M.S. degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, both in electrical engineering. She is currently the Chief Technology Officer with the Concord Consortium, Concord, MA, USA. Over her career, Ms. Bondaryk has introduced new technologies to educational research and publishing projects across computer science, mathematics, engineering, and

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International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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Sudha S Anilkumar, University of Delaware; Ruth Wilhelm, University of Delaware; Julie C Karand, University of Delaware

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Paper ID #46806One Week in Cape Town Clinics: Reflections from an Undergraduate EngineeringExperiential Learning TripSudha S Anilkumar, University of Delaware Sudha Anilkumar graduated with a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Delaware in May 2025. During her time as an undergraduate, she was recognized with the Goldwater Scholarship and developed a strong interest in pursuing a research career at the intersection of engineering and medicine.Ruth Wilhelm, University of Delaware Ruth Wilhelm earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Delaware in May 2025. She

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GSD 5: Mentorship

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Jacqueline E McDermott, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Nathan Tompkins, Wabash College

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Alfred P. Sloan Foundation grants that support graduate students. Jackie supports both prospective and current graduate students, and she is specifically focused on developing structures to ensure that everyone has a fair shot at pursuing a graduate degree in engineering.Prof. Nathan Tompkins, Wabash College Nathan Tompkins joined the Wabash College Physics Department in July 2017 and is an Associate Professor of Physics. Nathan completed his Ph.D. in Physics and M.S. in Physics at Brandeis University and his B.A. in Physics at Reed College. At Wabash, Nathan works with the Dual Degree Engineering program and advises Physics students on careers in Engineering. He also conducts research in microfluidics and increasing

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Innovative Approaches to Biomedical Engineering Education

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Ashley R Taylor, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kinsley Tate, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Andre Albert Muelenaer Jr, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech; LaDeidra Monet Roberts, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Christopher Arena, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sara L Arena, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

increase the quality of life for others. That's the duty that wehave…That's what we all do and so you have a duty to uphold that.”Connecting with notions of duty, several faculty drew parallels between health equity and codesof ethics for biomedical engineers. For example, Andy reflected on his motivation for developingan ethics-focused course for biomedical engineers and integrating health equity concepts:“Some [BME] students will be going into industry, but never interface with clinical medicine.Others will practice hand-in-hand with healthcare providers. Others will follow academiccareers, while some will go on to professional careers. Most will have some relationship thataffects the health and well-being of patients. With the explosion of

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Lightning Talk - "Innovating for Impact: Community-Engaged Education, Technology, and Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future

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Abigail Clark, Ohio Northern University; Rachel Louis Kajfez, The Ohio State University

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

understanding ofinformal engineering experiences, informal STEM experiences are offered by a wide range oforganizations. More than half of informal STEM experiences are offered by universities andcolleges (26%) and non-profit organizations (25%), though other common settings includenational youth organizations (8%), museums and science centers (15%) and K-12 school districts(12%) [15]. The programs offered by these organizations vary widely in contact hours,participant demographics, staff background, and program offerings [15]. However, previousresearch has indicated that many of these programs provide a successful foundation for STEMinterest and later STEM careers. For example, STEM camps and STEM after-school clubs havebeen shown to increase interest

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Civil Engineering Capstone Showcase

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anahid Behrouzi, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Brayden A Martinez EIT, Miyamoto International; William R Adam, Buro Happold

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Faculty Development: Round Table Discussions

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Renee M. Desing, University of Washington; Robin Neal Clayton, University of Washington

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

. The cohort also represented 7of the 10 engineering departments in our College of Engineering.Academic SuccessDuring the pre-interview, all participants emphasized the importance of equipping students withthe skills needed to succeed academically and professionally. Common strategies that they werealready utilizing in their teaching (as indicated in their pre-interviews) included making coursematerials accessible, using flexible assessment methods, and integrating real-world applicationsinto the curriculum. While all participants aimed to support student success, their specificmethods varied. For example, Diana focused on teaching students relationship-building and gritto achieve their professional career goals, while Natasha emphasized

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 6: Learning by Doing - Contextual and Community-Based Engineering

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David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Juan David Ortega Álvarez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Paper ID #45864Exploring Engineering Majors Through Engaging Synthetic ScenariosDr. David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. David Gray is a Collegiate Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. He teaches in the first-year general engineering program and leads interdisciplinary undergraduate research initiatives. His work focuses on integrating engineering identity development, early-career student research, and human-centered design into undergraduate curricula. Dr. Gray serves as PI on several externally funded projects supporting sustainable aviation

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Civil Engineering in the Age of AI

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Allen C Estes, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Peter Laursen, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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academiccommunity as to whether this new technology should be embraced or banned from theclassroom. As it has become more apparent that this transformational technology will becomean increasingly important part of our world, there is an obligation to introduce students to itscapabilities and prepare students for the career opportunities it presents. Slimi [5] argues thatapplying AI in higher education should be a requirement for all higher institutions. The listedcaveats are that academic faculty must be well trained in using AI to equip learners with therequired skills to face future career challenges. In addition, faculty must highlight ethics andpotential consequences to humanity.Khalifa and Albadaway [6] specifically addressed the importance of

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Tech Session 5: Toward a New Paradigm in Environmental Engineering: From Knowledge Frameworks to Learning Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nacarid Delgado, Universidad Andres Bello, Concepcion, Chile; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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, supplemented with additional questions designed to explore issues specific to oureducational context.The main objective is to comprehensively assess the level of knowledge, skills, and attitudes towardsustainability among higher education students in STEM programs at a private Chilean university.This assessment will include an analysis of students' perceptions regarding the relevance of theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their personal lives and future professional careers. Thefindings will provide key information for designing appropriate strategies in the future to integratesustainability into academic programs effectively. These strategies will ensure that they areeducational, effective, and contextualized, addressing STEM programs

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GSD 2: Identity and Motivation

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Jennifer Hadley Perkins, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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Secondary Mathematics Teaching Certification in 2008 and an MS in Mechanical Engineering in 2018. Ms. Perkins is a former Assistant Engineering Educator in the Engineering Technology Department of Wichita State University. She has also taught Secondary Mathematics courses in both public and private school settings. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 I Have to Get Back in the Classroom: A Graduate Student's Journey Navigating Dual Academic Identities.IntroductionMany who endeavor to teach engineering in higher education pursue doctoral degrees to securethe minimum credentials required for their desired career. During their doctoral studies, somefind they have to set

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Messaging, Motivations and Supports for Women Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Laursen, University of Colorado Boulder; Ann E. Austin, Michigan State University; Kris De Welde, College of Charleston; Diana Ribas Rodrigues Roque, University of Colorado Boulder

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Paper ID #46556Knitting the knitters: Building and sustaining leadership teams for equity-orientedinstitutional changeSandra Laursen, University of Colorado Boulder Sandra Laursen is senior research associate and director of Ethnography & Evaluation Research (E&ER), where she leads research and evaluation studies focusing on education and career paths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. She has studied ADVANCE projects for 25 years as an evaluator and researcher, and has published articles, books and online resources on strategies for institutional change to advance equity and

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 6

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Derin Cayir, Florida International University; Mark Allen Weiss, Florida International University; Selcuk Uluagac, Florida International University

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from Carnegie Mellon University. He received US National Science Foundation CAREER Award, US Air Force Office of Sponsored Research’s Summer Faculty Fellowship, and Google’s ASPIRE Research award in security and privacy, inter alia. He is an expert in the areas of cybersecurity and privacy. He has hundreds of publications in the most reputable venues as well as numerous patents. His research has been funded by numerous government agencies and industry. He has chaired/served on the of top-tier security conferences, e.g., NDSS, USENIX, ACM CCS, IEEE SP, and serving as the deputy editor in-chief of IEEE TIFS and associate editor of Elsevier COMNET journals. More information can be obtained from http://nweb.eng.fiu.edu

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 4: Fostering Belonging - Identity, Self-Efficacy, and Retention

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Cassie Wallwey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; James Nathaniel Newcomer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Research Assistant and Graduate Teaching Associate, primarily teaching first-year engineering and engineering mathematics. She also has both a B.S. and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Wright State, where she also worked as a Graduate Teaching Associate for an engineering mathematics course.Mr. James Nathaniel Newcomer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Former mechatronics engineer and STEM educator who now works with first-year engineering students to help them establish academic trajectories to develop and meet their career goals. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 First-Year Engineering Students' Quantification of "Self" in the

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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Michael Routhier, University of New Hampshire; Barrett Nelson Rock, University of New Hampshire

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those jobs. Previous research has shown a linkbetween STEM education and interest in future STEM careers. Traditionally, learning tools suchas lectures and discussions have been used to promote STEM learning in the classroom.However, in recent decades, geospatial science (GSS) technology learning tools that capture,store, analyse, or visualize the characteristics and locations of real-world phenomena digitallyhave also been used for this purpose. Though many educational research studies have assessedthe use of traditional and GSS technology learning tools separately for promoting STEMlearning, few have compared these two types of learning tools against each other. Those that dohave usually only compared digital mapping or geographic information

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Best in DEED

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Kristin Bartlett, University of Kentucky; Aanya Chugh, University of Kentucky

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

said, but why aren’t you saying it?’” – MayaMaya was frustrated by this experience, but also expected that in her future career she mighthave similar experiences, because there was a good chance that she might find herself as the onlyBlack person at a design firm. She was not comfortable with being treated differently for beingBlack: “It’s a little uncomfortable because I feel like a quota sometimes. I’m getting certain things because I’m Black and that they want me to feel included, but do I actually deserve them? Is there someone else that deserves them more than I do? I’m a hard worker, so I want to get things that I know that I deserve, not something just because of my skin tone, which was a little