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New Approaches and Leadership Development Frameworks

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephanie Becerra, Arizona State University; Jennifer Chen Wen Wong, Arizona State University; Tami Coronella, Arizona State University

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

belonging, students may feel disconnected, therefore makingthem more likely to withdraw [3]. Understanding why students do not persist in engineeringprograms is crucial for designing effective solutions to bridge the gap between higher educationinstitutions and the engineering industry.A growing body of research has demonstrated that a strong sense of belonging correlates withbetter academic outcomes, higher engagement, and increased motivation to persist [4], [5].Similarly, engineering identity and self-efficacy are crucial factors that influence students’confidence and drive to succeed. Thus, the Fulton Accelerated Community Engagement (FACE)program aims to help students strengthen their engineering identity and sense of belonging, boosttheir

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Evelyn Sowells-Boone, North Carolina A&T State University; Pal Dave, North Carolina A&T State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) professions haslong been a problem, especially among minority and female students. According to studies,structural impediments such as a lack of mentorship, limited access to research opportunities,and budgetary restrictions disproportionately affect these populations [1], [2]. To address thesediscrepancies, the ARROWS program at North Carolina A&T State University has taken aholistic strategy that focuses on mentorship, hands-on research, and a supportive academicatmosphere.Mentorship, defined as experienced persons guiding mentees through academic and professionalproblems, has been demonstrated to dramatically increase retention rates [3]. For example, itpromotes self-efficacy

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ERM Technical Session: Equity & Accessibility in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Trevor McChesney, University of Pittsburgh; Blayne D. Stone, University of Pittsburgh; Charlie Díaz, University of Pittsburgh; Kelly Tatone, University of Pittsburgh; Gerard Dorvè-Lewis, University of Pittsburgh; Linda DeAngelo, University of Pittsburgh

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

oftenexpress concern about discussing race in the classroom [35] due to a lack of self-efficacy anduncertainty regarding their ability to authentically connect with students. Despite these concerns,research demonstrates that explicitly discussing race as a factor in engineering experiences andpathways is crucial for creating change within the discipline and validating the experiences ofstudents of color [36], [37], [32]. Adopting race-evasive approaches to engineering teaching andmentoring can be harmful to students of color [38], [39], further accentuating the necessity ofenhancing faculty self-efficacy for inclusive change. A final concern regards the difficult andoften inequitably distributed expectations of engagement in equity work among

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Equity, Diversity, and Social Justice in Biomedical Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Ayres, Duke University; Hannah Lee, Duke University; Amaris Huang, Duke University; David Knudsen, Museum of Life and Science; Nirmala Ramanujam Ph.D., Duke University; Megan Madonna, Duke University

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Diversity

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

. Lemke, and C. Leicht-Scholten, “How to teach resilience thinking in engineering education,” Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure, vol. 9, no. 5, pp. 513–530, Sep. 2024, doi: 10.1080/23789689.2024.2356492.[16] A. Singer, G. Montgomery, and S. Schmoll, “How to foster the formation of STEM identity: studying diversity in an authentic learning environment,” International Journal of STEM Education, vol. 7, no. 1, p. 57, Nov. 2020, doi: 10.1186/s40594-020-00254-z.[17] “Measuring Undergraduate Students’ Engineering Self‐Efficacy: A Validation Study - Mamaril - 2016 - Journal of Engineering Education - Wiley Online Library.” Accessed: Nov. 05, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/jee.20121[18

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Colin Jacob Soule, Bucknell University; Lea Wittie, Bucknell University; Sing Chun Lee, Bucknell University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

andquantitative measures. Qualitatively, we will assess student engagement and self-efficacy throughLikert-scale surveys. Quantitatively, we will compare task completion times and scores to eval-uate learning outcomes. By automating tree validation and grading, the tool not only enhancesengagement but also improves teaching efficiency.1 IntroductionParse trees, or syntax trees, are essential in computer science education as they represent thehierarchical structure of programming language expressions. They are fundamental in under-standing syntax analysis, compiler construction, and language processing algorithms. However,traditional teaching methods often involve manually constructing syntax trees through static dia-grams or hand-drawn exercises. While

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Systemic and Policy Issues affecting Women Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mayari I. Serrano, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Elyse K. Zurawski, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Lavanya Swaminathan, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

research paper analyzed the data for the 2022-2023 cohort and used the MUSIC(eMpowerment, Usefulness, Success, Interest, and Caring) model of motivation as a basis tounderstand 93 participants’ external motivation for engagement with the mentoring activities basedon academic classification (First-Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior) and type of mentoringrelationship.Introduction and BackgroundWomen in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields face negativestereotypes that cast doubt on their abilities, leading to a decreased sense of self-efficacy thatnegatively affects the retention and success of women [1]. This decreased sense of self-efficacy isexacerbated by both the lack of similar peers and role models, which creates a

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Postcard Session (Best of WIPs)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leah Rebecca Thomas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jenna Yasmin Altaii, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Christopher Arena, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ashley R Taylor, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

team dynamics and individual experiences. Finally,quantitative data collection will be expanded by incorporating existing validated scales to betterunderstand the impact of the design sprint on students’ engineering design competencies. Whilewe piloted these measures this year, our data was significantly limited in sample size. We plan toincorporate adaptations of Grohs et al. Systems’ Thinking Assessment Tool [17] and Carberry et.al’s [18] instrument for assessing students’ engineering design self-efficacy. Combined, theseadditional measures of program assessment data will enable an expanded understanding of themost impactful program elements. Ultimately, our goal is to develop scalable, effective modelsfor learning experiences, including pre

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Military and Veterans Division (MVD) 2 - Becoming Engineering Professionals

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hyunju Oh, University of Florida; Rui Guo, University of Florida; Wanli Xing, University of Florida; Sandip Ray, University of Florida

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans Division (MVD)

, while the remaining eleven weekswere delivered online. Two graduate students majoring in Electrical and Computer Engineeringtaught and facilitated the course. The internship started after the course and ran for 12 weeks,ending on October 31, 2024. Nine out of ten students participated in internships with one of twolocal hardware security industries.`Participants were asked to answer survey questions during the first week of coursework andagain in November, after completing their internships. Eight out of ten participants responded tothe post-survey, six participants completed the knowledge test, and five participants took part ininterviews to share details about their experiences.The survey assessed participants' self-efficacy in hardware

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jen-Mei Chang, California State University, Long Beach; Jelena Trajkovic, California State University Long Beach; Gino Galvez, California State University, Long Beach

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

Asian peers [4]. This underrepresentation highlights the critical need for targetedinterventions and support programs to bridge the gap and promote persistence in STEM highereducation and careers. We contend that a critical factor in promoting persistence in STEM fields is how studentsperceive their ability to approach academic and career challenges, such as their self-efficacy [5],as well as their level of engagement—behaviorally, cognitively, emotionally, and socially—within relevant learning communities [6]. Although researchers have proposed differentstrategies to improve student retention (e.g., learning communities, supplemental instruction), forURM students, two key factors stand out: financial assistance for college expenses [7

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ERM Technical Session: Strategies for Student Support

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jan Edwards, College of Lake County; Carrie Kortegast, Northern Illinois University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

in community college, most participants stated they did not yet identify as an engineer.However, they felt that faculty recognized their potential to become an engineer even when theywere struggling. Wang [27, p. 37] described these interactions as compassion enhancedpedagogy when reflecting on changes in the classroom during the pandemic. She furtherobserved that faculty were more aware of student perseverance driven by their hopes forthemselves.The above outcomes of increased technical understanding and improved confidence align withprevious research that building a student’s self-efficacy prior to transfer is essential [28]-[30].Acknowledging that several of the students repeated a critical math course prior to successfullytransferring

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Hands-On Learning and Clinical Immersion in BME

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charlotte Da Jung Sevrain, Vanderbilt University; Nathan Zhang, Vanderbilt University; Michael I. Miga, Vanderbilt University; Stacy S Klein-Gardner, Vanderbilt University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

://www.dedoose.com/ (accessed Dec. 13, 2024).[12] Zhang, N., Klein-Gardner, S. S., & Miga, M. I., “Measuring Biomedical Engineers’ Self- Efficacy in Generating and Solving Provocative Questions about Surgery,” Paper presented at 2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Baltimore, Maryland. June 2023. https://peer.asee.org/43565

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 10: Learning to Learn - Metacognition and Self-Regulated Strategies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jahnavi Dirisina, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Randa L. Shehab, University of Oklahoma

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

, "A Systematic Review of Academic Self-Concept Measures in First-year Engineering Education," in ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, 2023.[5] M. Bong and R. E. Clark, "Comparison between self-concept and self-efficacy in academic motivation research," Educational Psychologist, vol. 34, no. 3, pp. 139-153, 2010.[6] H. Wu, Y. Guo, Y. Yang, L. Zhao and C. Guo, "A Meta-analysis of the Longitudinal Relationship Between Academic Self-Concept and Academic Achievement," Educational Pcychology Review, vol. 33, p. 1749–1778, 2021.[7] L. N. Fleming, K. Smith and D. Williams, "Engineering Identity of Black and Hispanic Undergraduates: The Impact of Minority Serving Institutions," in ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2013.[8] M

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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

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Jennifer Kouo, The Johns Hopkins University; Jeanette Chipps, The Johns Hopkins University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

opportunities based on two hands-on activities from the e4usa™ curriculum to engage autistichigh school students in engineering. With the support of VR content being developed, the ECIIA projectaims to increase access to engineering education for autistic individuals and develop their engineeringidentity, engineering self-efficacy, engineering interest, and an understanding of the engineering designprocess. Another component of ECIIA is the commitment of Community Collaborators, whichemphasizes that everyone has a responsibility and unique ability to enact inclusive change for autisticindividuals in engineering. Community Collaborators will take on the dual role of informing all stages ofthe project based on their expertise and increasingly gain

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ENT-1: Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement and Belonging in Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ebony Omotola McGee, The Johns Hopkins University; Shelly Engelman, Johns Hopkins University ; Thema Monroe-White, George Mason University; Binh Chi Bui, The Johns Hopkins University

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

captures how integral participants perceived their entrepreneurial work totheir identity (e.g., “My work as a founder is an important part of who I am”). ENT self-efficacy(McGee et al., 2009) included sub-constructs such as marshalling (3 items; α = 0.70), whichassessed confidence in gaining support for one’s vision (e.g., “How confident are you in gettingothers to believe in your vision?”), and planning (4 items; α = 0.80), which measured confidencein estimating customer demand. Equity ethics (McGee et al., 2022) included 17 items (α = 0.96),focusing on participants’ efforts to create inclusive spaces for marginalized groups (e.g., “I applymy expertise to make spaces more inclusive of marginalized groups”). Racial activism (adaptedfrom Szymanski

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reza Kamali, California State University San Marcos; Hector Garcia VIlla, Palomar College; Khang Nguyen, MiraCosta College; Anthony P. Mauro

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

rates betweenintervention and control groups, specifically examining improvements for first-generation andminority students. Engagement and Belonging: Using learning index measures (Engaged LearningIndex) and a custom "sense of belonging" questionnaire, along with psychometric tools (GeneralSelf-Efficacy Scale, Academic Self-Efficacy Scale, Psychological Sense of Belonging, GrowthMindset Scale), to compare mean scores between groups using t-tests.Internship/Job Offers: Comparing the rate of internship offers between the two groups.b) Impact on Teaching Curriculum:This will involve investigating the differences between CTE & HE courses and conventionalcourses.Figure No.2 shows an improvement in sense of belonging to their major in the

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ERM WIP I: Methodological Applications in the Disciplines

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sungwon Shin, Texas Tech University; Sunho Lim; Suhkyung Shin, Hanyang University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

,ethical, and political dimensions [8]. In SSI, students develop (a) a deeper understanding ofcontent, (b) enhanced argumentation and decision-making skills, (c) reflection on social andethical issues, and (d) self-efficacy, all of which contribute to cultivating a competitive,principled workforce [9], [10]. We believe this framework helped us develop a drone-centriccurriculum that integrates the ethical and social issues surrounding drone technology.Module-Based ApproachTo effectively integrate socio-scientific issues with essential CS and ethics content, wedeveloped a module-based approach featuring four modules, each guided by a driving questionto foster student inquiry. For instance, one question, “How can we use drone technology to

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Expanding STEM Access and Belonging: Programs and Practices for Inclusive K–12 Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valentina Kuskova, University of Notre Dame; Sugana Chawla, University of Notre Dame; Robyn Brenza Kress; Stacy Garrett-Ray; Kim R Jassem MHA, MSDA, PMP, Ascension Foundation

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

attitudes and long-term changes in educational outcomes. Thesesurveys will assess variables such as self-efficacy, academic performance, and interest in STEMand healthcare careers, aligning with validated measures from prior STEM education research(Bandura, 1997; Zimmerman & Cleary, 2006). Evaluation surveys will be administered periodically to track changes in students' interestin healthcare careers, their academic progress, and other psychosocial variables that couldinfluence their career paths. These surveys will be strategically distributed at the outset,midpoint, and conclusion of the program, and at annual follow-ups to capture longitudinal data.Additionally, we plan to collaborate with schools and educational institutions to

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Models, Methods & Frameworks for Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

successful implementationinclude relevance, student engagement, scaffolding, assessment, reflection, faculty support, andtechnology integration (Tembrevilla, Phillion & Zeadin, 2024). Studies have shown thatexperiential learning positively impacts cognitive outcomes in technology and engineeringteacher preparation (Ernst, 2013) and enhances students' performance in constructionengineering education (Lee et al., 2008). Furthermore, contextual supports and barriers influencechoice behavior in engineering majors through self-efficacy (Lent et al., 2003).Piaget's Constructivist Learning Theory (PCLT) supports experiential learning in highereducation and engineering by emphasizing active student involvement and knowledgeconstruction (Genalo et al

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew D Goodman, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Saadeddine Shehab, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Taylor Parks, University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign; jean-charles stinville, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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complete a design project. Buildingon our previously reported work, this paper investigates students’ reported ability and self-efficacy as it relates to a design framework and mindset in a restructured materials designcapstone course. In AY 2022-23, a two-semester capstone sequence was piloted to improve thestudents’ design experience via a fundamental restructuring of the course elements, replacing thetraditional, one-semester course. In AY 2023-24, the two-semester sequence was formalized inthe course catalog with over 50 students taking the two-course sequence.In this restructuring, two frameworks were integrated in the course content: Human-CenteredDesign (HCD) framework, a method to formalize the design process in discrete stages, and

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammed A. Alrizqi, Cornell University; Allison Godwin, Cornell University; Junhyuk Kang, Cornell University; Beatriz Asfora, Cornell University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

– 82, 2006, doi: 10.1177/1525822X05279903.[27] V. Braun and V. Clarke, “Using thematic analysis in psychology,” 2006.[28] J. Saldaña, The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers, Second. SAGE, 2013. [Online]. Available: www.sagepublications.com[29] N. K. Denzin, “Triangulation 2.0*,” J Mix Methods Res, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 80–88, Apr. 2012, doi: 10.1177/1558689812437186.[30] B. Choi, “I’m Afraid of not succeeding in learning: introducing an instrument to measure higher education students’ fear of failure in learning,” Studies in Higher Education, vol. 46, no. 11, pp. 2107–2121, Nov. 2021, doi: 10.1080/03075079.2020.1712691.[31] L. E. Margulieux et al., “Self-Regulation, Self-Efficacy, and Fear of Failure Interactions with

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2: Activities with Impact! Special Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lessa Grunenfelder, University of Southern California

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Materials Division (MATS)

extension of these approaches, in which apublished paper is used to model formatting and technical writing standards, particularly for datapresentation in figures and tables, captioning, and referencing. The activity was designed tosupplement instructor provided lab report guidelines and rubrics with an active learning exerciseto enhance student’s self-efficacy around report writing and foster self-regulated learning.Self-regulated learning, or the ability a student has to control their own learning environment, isinfluenced by cognition, metacognition, and motivation [4]. While it takes decades to developthe skills of self-regulated learning, instructors can provide students with the tools needed toprogress from fully dependent to more autonomous

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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

Xingchen Wei, Vanderbilt University; Jialing Wu, The Ohio State University; Stacy S Klein-Gardner, Vanderbilt University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

becomes increasingly important with its strong link with scientific and technologicaladvancements, attracting students to this field is essential for talent development and societalprogress[1]. Pre-college engineering courses broaden students' pathways to STEM fields byexpanding their interest in STEM majors and providing early college experience [2]. Research showsthat pre-college engineering courses increase students' self-efficacy and confidence inengineering-related subjects. This, in turn, may encourage greater interest in pursuing careers in theengineering field [3] [4]. Moreover, while most research has focused on curriculum design, coursematerials, and the influence of teachers[1] [5] [6], studies suggest that parent-related factors

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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

Kristin Spangler Chisholm, University of Delaware

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

. Developed by Estrada and colleagues [8, 9] and grounded in Kelman’ssocial influence theory, TIMSI explores how social interactions shape motivation,engagement, and persistence, particularly for underrepresented minorities in STEM [13,14]. By focusing on three key processes—self-efficacy (rule-orientation), identification,and internalization of values—TIMSI explains how individuals come to see themselvesas part of a scientific community [8, 15]. This model emphasizes how identity formationand aligning personal values with community norms are essential for fostering long-termengagement in STEM fields. Mentorship and research experiences are pivotal in facilitating the processesoutlined in TIMSI. These interactions encourage individuals to

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ENT-1: Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement and Belonging in Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea T Kwaczala, Western New England University; Andrea Davis, Western New England University; Heidi Ellis, Western New England University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

://restream.io/tools/transcribe-video-to-textMamaril, N., Usher E.L, Li C., Ross, D., “Measuring Undergraduate Students' Engineering Self-Efficacy: A Validation Study,” Journal of Engineering Education, 105 (2), April 2016.DOI:10.1002/jee.20121McCroskey, J. C., “Measures of communication-bound anxiety,” Speech Monographs, 37, 269-277, 1970.Nash, G., Crimmins, G., & Oprescu, F, “If first-year students are afraid of public speakingassessments what can teachers do to alleviate such anxiety?” Assessment & Evaluation in HigherEducation, 41(4), 586–600, 2015. https://doi.org/10.1080/02602938.2015.1032212Perelman, P. “Can AI help with public speaking? A review of AI platforms” Duarte,Communication, Skills Training: https://www.duarte.com/blog/review-of

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GSD 5: Mentorship

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lorine Awuor Ouma, Pennsylvania State University; Cynthia Howard-Reed, Pennsylvania State University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

departure, or systemic biases that impact their successful progress.International students face additional challenges related to language self-efficacy, demographicalseparation from social support sources, adjusting to new cultural dynamics, and issues related tovisa and employment requirements [2], [5], [6]. These challenges can lead to isolation, higherattrition rates, lack of enthusiasm for the programs of study, and abandonment of the researchcareer path altogether upon graduation [7]. As a result, there is a need for more emphasis onprograms that prepare new graduate students to deal with the challenges experienced in graduateschool that lead to attrition.Completion of the doctoral or graduate program is not the only measure of success in

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Work-in-Progress 2: Skills Development and Career Preparation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Grace Hellen Ford, University of Virginia; Brian P. Helmke, University of Virginia

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

oftenexperience imposter syndrome, feelings of not belonging, and low self-efficacy. Thesechallenges are especially pronounced for first-generation students and members of historicallymarginalized groups [2].Undergraduate research experiences represent high-impact experiential learning opportunitiesthat offer numerous benefits, including increased self-efficacy and persistence in their field ofstudy [3], [4], [5]. Additionally, research experiences increase undergraduate students’ awarenessof and interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers and supportstudents who want to pursue graduate school or work in industry [3]. However, several barriersto entry into undergraduate research experiences exist. Some of these barriers include

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William John Palm IV P.E., Roger Williams University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

students’sense of identity and self-efficacy within STEM majors [3,4], which in turn are well known tosupport persistence. This paper presents preliminary results on the academic performance,graduation, and placement of the first two cohorts of RISE Scholars.RISE Program OverviewThe program is funded by a $999,999 Track 2 S-STEM grant [2] and has supported a total oftwenty Scholars in three cohorts entering the university in 2019, 2020, and 2021. The Scholars’majors include Engineering (6), Biology (4), Marine Biology (4), Computer Science (3), andForensic Science (3). Key features of the program include: • A $10,000 annual scholarship for each Scholar, renewable for up to four years. • A weeklong residential summer bridge experience intended to

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Muhammad Dawood, New Mexico State University; Paola Bandini, New Mexico State University; Rachel Boren, New Mexico State University; Joe Butler, New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College; Wendy Chi, ABC Research & Evaluation

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, academicallytalented, 2-year CC transfer engineering students as well as retaining and graduating them. Majorelements of this effort are: provide need-based financial assistance to academically talented engineeringstudents; enhance transfer engineering students’ math proficiency through a Summer Math Boot Camp(SMBC); enhance Students’ Self-Efficacy, Growth Mindset, and Engineering Identity throughmetacognition- and cohort-based activities; and assess students’ academic performance using dataanalytics. The key preliminary findings indicate S-STEM financial support is the top-rated element of theprogram followed by professional preparation, community building, and progressive growth of scholarsin various aspects of engineering identity.Introduction and

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jaclyn K. Murray, Mercer University; Alex St Louis, Mercer University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

construction, critique, andrevision (Baumfalk et al., 2018). BACKGROUNDIntegrating engineering design into K-12 science education, driven by initiatives such as the NextGeneration Science Standards (NGSS) (NRC, 2013), highlights the need to effectively prepareteachers to teach the iterative and flexible nature of design. Research indicates that interventionscan enhance teachers' pedagogical self-efficacy in engineering; however, challenges persist,including fostering confidence in students’ abilities to succeed (Coppola, 2019). Hands-on,practical experiences in engineering design significantly enhance teachers' efficacy andunderstanding, as shown in studies where interventions positively impacted preservice

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Work-in-Progress 3: Integration of Math, Computing, and AI in First-Year Courses

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan L. Amato-Henderson, Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University; James Bittner, Michigan Technological University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

that if they put forth the effort, they can succeed Interest Students are interested in the content/instructional activities Caring Students believe that others in the classroom environment care about their learning and them as a person. MCMS Survey Self-efficacy Previous work on self-efficacy informs an individual’s judgment of his or her ability to execute a task within MATLAB [15]. Utility Value An individual’s judgment of the value of MATLAB and their successful use of MATLAB for their engineering career. Self-regulation An individual’s ability to manage their learning environment effectively. Self Assess. of Students rated