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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Seth Vuletich, Colorado School of Mines; Brianna B Buljung, Colorado School of Mines; Adeline Greene, Colorado School of Mines

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criticalevaluation of the terminology used in resource description and access.IntroductionTo begin, it is important to contextualize the education transition literature within the history ofUnited States federal legislation. In the US, the first notable piece of federal legislationaddressing disabilities was the Smith-Sears Act or, as it is better known, the “VeteransRehabilitation Act” of 1918 [1], [2]. The purpose of this legislation was to rehabilitate andreintegrate veterans with permanent disabilities1 returning from World War I [1]. This wasfollowed two years later by the Smith-Fess Act or the “National Civilian VocationalRehabilitation Act” [2], [4]. These early acts of legislation largely focused on physicaldisabilities [2]. Legislation was revised

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 10: Institutions and Structures

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rae Jing Han, University of Washington; Selen Güler, University of Washington; Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Teodora Rutar Shuman, Seattle University; Alan Cheville, Bucknell University; Eva Andrijcic, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Sriram Mohan, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

box. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Creative Changemaking within Complex Institutional ContextsIntroduction and Literature ReviewAs one of the core institutions of society, higher education has contributed to the public good,supported local and regional communities, broadened democratic participation, and supportedstudent learning. However, as both critics and supporters point out, this traditional role of highereducation is under attack [1]-[5]. As market-oriented values like productivity, efficiency, andcompetition gain traction across many areas of social life, these pressures–combined with theevolving political environment [6], [7] and financial challenges tied to the expansion of

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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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Colten Van Voorhis, Texas A&M University - Commerce; Yuehua Wang, Texas A&M University - Commerce

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decades have witnessed an unpredictable and rapidly changing world fueled by hightechnologies. As the world’s leading global leader in science and technology, the United Stateshas invested the most in research and development and awarded the most advanced degrees [1].Although absolute science and technology levels continue to increase, the relative share of globalscience and technology activities in the US is seen to be declining, according to the 2024 Stateof U.S. Science and Engineering issued by the National Science Board [2], [3]. This is mainlydue to the shortage of skilled technical workforce in the fields, who have emerged as the drivingforce for remarkable achievement and innovation in the United States. A study conducted bythe

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GSD 7: Innovative Graduate Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yun-Han Weng, The Ohio State University; Emily T Creamer, The Ohio State University; Jeffrey M. Bielicki, The Ohio State University; Matthew Judkins Mayhew, The Ohio State University

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findings highlight thepotential interdisciplinary education in fostering innovation and cognitive growth while alsoemphasizing the importance of refined classification criteria in future research to better captureinterdisciplinary influences.1 Introduction Innovation is a critical skill for addressing the complex challenges of the global economy.Higher education institutions can foster innovation by developing students and graduates intoinnovators who address complex problems and generate novel and contextual ideas throughintentional educational practices e.g.,[1],[2]. Reflecting those potentials, in recent years theNational Science Foundation (NSF) has funded several interdisciplinary training programs aimedat preparing undergraduate

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Interdisciplinary Approaches to High School Engineering: Perceptions, Pathways, and Pedagogies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abeera P. Rehmat, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Michael Helms, Georgia Institute of Technology; Marc Weissburg

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biomimicry, is a convergent approach ineducation that seeks to harness the wisdom found in natural systems [1-3]. This innovativemethodology encourages the development of sustainable solutions, nurtures creativity, andfosters systems thinking by drawing on principles and strategies observed in the natural world [4-5]. A critical aspect of BID is its dual focus: understanding both the engineering challenges athand and the intricate biological systems that can inspire design solutions [3, 6].BID is especially valuable for dissecting the complexities of biological entities [2, 7]. It enableslearners to explore a wide range of biological functions, from the efficient structures of leavesthat maximize photosynthesis to the self-cleaning properties of

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ME Division 10: Innovation in the Sophomore Year

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Stephen Barner, University of Portland; Sean Lyle Gestson, University of Portland

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

those interested in doingsomething similar.Introduction The goals of this study were to provide students enrolled in post-requisite statics coursesan opportunity to develop learning activities or aids for future statics courses while exploringtheir perspectives throughout their curriculum design process. Providing students an opportunityto develop a learning activity or aid for one of their previous courses can have multiple potentialbenefits for students and instructors. First, and perhaps most obvious, is students will likelyimprove their own understanding of topics in the previous course [1-3]. Second, instructors maygain a learning activity or aid that they can adopt in their future courses. Third, and perhaps mostbeneficial, is

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ENT-8: Mentorship, Creativity, and Ethics in Academic Entrepreneurship

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zeynep Gonca Akdemir-Beveridge, University of Connecticut; Arash Esmaili Zaghi P.E., University of Connecticut; Connie Syharat, University of Connecticut

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

solutions with genuine impact.IntroductionCreativity is widely recognized as an individual's capacity to generate original ideas or solutionsby using imagination and ingenuity. Scholars argue that creativity encompasses certain cognitiveand neural mechanisms not only involving divergent thinking but also exploring multipleperspectives and solutions to a problem [1]. For example, in the context of engineering, creativityis not just about artistic innovation but also the ability to navigate constraints, think outside of thebox, elaborate on ideas, and optimize solutions. However, creativity alone, without purposefuldirection, remains an untapped resource [2]. For instance, consider how Thomas Edison appliedhis creativity purposefully to invent the

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Artre Reginald Turner, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Jason Morphew, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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industries ranging from consumer electronics to nationaldefense, require a robust workforce to meet growing demand. Initiatives like the CHIPS andScience Act of 2022 emphasize the need for domestic workforce development, but addressingworkforce gaps requires early educational interventions to cultivate technical skills, persistence,and interest in microelectronics.This study investigates how embedding microelectronics into an introductory engineering coursecan foster engagement and persistence. Using Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) and aphenomenographic approach, the research examines (1) how prior experiences and barriers, suchas access and social dynamics, affect students’ engagement, self-efficacy, and learningoutcomes, and (2) how

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.C

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Erik Verlage, The Ohio State University; Christian Gabbianelli, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Kachina Studer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Ashim Dhakal, The Ohio State University; Zhen Zhao, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Meredith Thompson, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

activities which are grounded in the context of the injection molding SPCgame.1. Introduction1.1. Manufacturing Workforce Training NeedsCompanies that aspire to improve manufacturing process control and adopt new technologiesneed a workforce that can interpret and analyze data. While shop floors are rich withopportunities to improve processes, systems, and product design, manufacturing technicians areoften unable to identify these opportunities because of their poor applied math skills. The globalconsulting firm Deloitte highlights data analysis, automated process control, and statisticalanalysis as crucial skills for the emerging manufacturing workforce [1], [2]. However, manyadult learners are anxious about their math skills and struggle to

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenton Blane Fillingim, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Lauren Heinrich, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Ashley Gannon, Oak Ridge National Lab; Thomas Feldhausen, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

1 Oak Ridge National Laboratory 2 University of Texas El-PasoAbstractConvergent manufacturing platforms integrate heterogeneous systems (such as additive,subtractive, cold-working, and inspection processes) more seamlessly throughout themanufacturing workflow. However, this leaves operators reliable for several processes onplatforms that are still emerging with limited knowledge transfer readily available. The lack ofprocess guidance, especially for directed energy deposition (DED) additive manufacturing, hinderscomputer-aided manufacturing (CAM) users from taking full advantage of their design space.CAM users require an

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 6.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Raymond Deji Olamijulo, Morgan State University; Kingsley Matthew, Morgan State University; Oluwafemi Samuel Ifesanmi, Morgan State University; Abiola Olayinka Ajala, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

mimic real-world problem-solving, offeringstudents the opportunity to experiment with solutions to complex engineering challenges in avirtual setting [1]. The appeal of these games lies in their ability to provide instant feedback,motivating students to learn from their mistakes and continue refining their understanding ofdifficult concepts [2]. This real-time learning process encourages engagement, which is critical formastering abstract engineering principles [3].In fact, studies have highlighted how games can help bridge the gap between theory and practice,offering students hands-on experiences in engineering, such as in games like Kerbal SpaceProgram, which simulates space missions and aerodynamics [4]. Additionally, GBL has shown toimprove

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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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Lizandra C Godwin, University of New Mexico; John K. Wagner, University of New Mexico

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Cultural Wealth (CCW) framework [1], thisstudy explores how underrepresented students at a Hispanic-serving, majority-minority R1public institution navigate these barriers and leverage forms of familial, aspirational,navigational, and resistant capital to shape their academic and career pathways. By focusing onexisting mentorship, career clarity, and the intersection of identity and belonging, we offer novelinsights into the systemic challenges these students encounter and the strategies they employ tosucceed. This work contributes to the growing body of research in STEM education byhighlighting actionable practices that institutions can adopt to better support underrepresentedstudents, ultimately fostering a more empowered pipeline to STEM

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Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jonathan Robert Gomes, Roger Williams University; Amine Ghanem, Roger Williams University; Christina Marra, Roger Williams University; Gabriella Elisabeth Cruz, Roger Williams University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

Teaching award, and the National Teaching Award, all awarded by the Associated Schools of Construction. He was also awarded the Outstanding Engineering Merit Achievement Awards, by the Engineers’ Council of San Fernando Valley, California.Christina Marra, Roger Williams UniversityGabriella Elisabeth Cruz, Roger Williams University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Construction Trade Schools Employers’ Perceptions: Past and PresentIntroduction:According to the National Center for Education Statistics (1996), the transition from elementaryto secondary education “includes general (academic), technical, and vocational education or anycombination thereof.” [1]. When transitioning into

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International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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International Division (INTL)

Paper ID #46180Cultivating Global Leadership in Engineering: Insights from a Gateway CourseDr. Patrick Tunno, Dr. Patrick Tunno is the Director of Penn State’s Center for Global Engineering Engagement and an Associate Teaching Professor. He has overseen and continues to lead the development and expansion of diverse global initiatives. Under his leadership, the college has established an award-winning Global Engineering Fellows Program, launched Penn State’s first 3+1+1 program for international students to pursue a one-year master’s degree, and initiated new interdisciplinary faculty-led study abroad programs

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GSD 5: Mentorship

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gabriella Coloyan Fleming; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maura Borrego, University of Texas at Austin

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

graduate students and postdocs feel comfortable discussing alltypes of career plans and helping connect mentees to helpful resources. This paper discusses howadvisors can do that, as well as advice for graduate students on how to find additional mentorsfor career guidance.1 | Introduction​ Engineering and computer science PhD earners accept post-graduate employment in awide range of sectors. Census-level data from the National Science Foundation’s Survey ofEarned Doctorates (SED) from 2015-2019 show that across all engineering disciplines, graduateswho accepted positions are employed in industry (48%); four-year, medical, or researchinstitutions (33%); the U.S. government (8%); outside of the U.S. (6%); and nonprofits (3%) [1].Collectively

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carlos R Morales, Purdue University at West Lafayette

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. [1]During the second semester, the students execute the project, evaluate their solution, and deliverthe project to the client. To succeed the students must demonstrate, “an ability to applyknowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, andtechnology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline” [ETACSO #1] by implementing the technical solution that they proposed to the client. In general, thisentails, researching the literature for solutions to the issues faced by the students and thencritically applying and adapting those techniques to implement a bespoke solution for the client.Solutions explored by the students, regardless of degree of novelty are required to be

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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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Lance Leon Allen White, Texas A&M University; Gibin Raju, Texas A&M University; Karan Watson P.E., Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University

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-year engineeringstudents at a large very-high research activity university. Critical thinking is widely recognizedas one of the most crucial elements for the success of an engineer [1-3]. In many ways, itrepresents the ontological premise upon which the engineering profession, as it exists today, isbuilt [4]. Engineers are responsible for solving complex problems while ensuring that theirsolutions are reliable, sustainable, ethical, and socially responsible. Success in this field requiresa mindset that is systematic, reflective, and saturated with rigor. This directly points to criticalthinking, a concept that originated from philosophical and educational disciplines. Over time, ithas been adapted and applied to a wide range of fields. In this

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine M Kirkland, Montana State University - Bozeman; Idalis Villanueva Alarcón, University of Florida; Kathryn Plymesser P.E., Montana State University - Bozeman; Adrienne Phillips, Montana State University - Bozeman; Amanda Hohner, Montana State University - Bozeman; Craig R Woolard P.E., Montana State University - Bozeman; Susan Gallagher, Montana State University - Bozeman

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engineering program. Wehypothesized that engaging students with real, integrated engineering content in the first years ofthe program would help them build an engineering professional identity (EPI) and improvestudent retention and success. Two new project-based courses for 1st and 2nd year students in theenvironmental engineering program were developed and offered for the first time during the2023 – 2024 academic year. The two courses integrated content on sustainability,professionalism, systems thinking, ethics, and social justice topics, with technical content onengineering design and tools. Surveys were given to the environmental engineering studentsenrolled in these new 3-credit courses, along with two cohorts of 1st year students in a 1

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DSAI Technical Session 6: Academic Success, Performance & Complexity

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristina A Manasil, The University of Arizona; Gregory L. Heileman, The University of Arizona; Melika Akbarsharifi, The University of Arizona; Roxana Akbarsharifi, The University of Arizona; Aryan Ajay Pathare, The University of Arizona

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focused intervention strate-gies.Keywords: progress analytics, student success, student outcomes, learning analytics, program cur-riculum, graduation rates, educational data miningIntroductionWhile the number of students successfully completing their degrees has steadily increased sincethe beginning of the century,1 many students face new challenges that reflect a growing array ofacademic, financial, and personal obstacles.2 The traditional graduation timeline often proves dif-ficult to achieve due to factors such as credit misalignment, insufficient support systems, financialhardships, and competing personal responsibilities. For many students, these challenges compoundover time, creating barriers to degree completion that extend well beyond

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Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 1B

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Mikayla R Hoyle, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Melany Denise Opolz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jean-Christophe Raymond-Bertrand, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Nikhil Chandra Admal, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Thomas Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Kellie M Halloran, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Shelby Hutchens, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Callan Luetkemeyer, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Brian Mercer, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Matthew West, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Mariana Kersh, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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introductory mechanics courses. These resources include computationaltools, online course reference pages, and a shared project inspired by grand challenges andcurrent engineering events. This work shares the experiences of current CoP members thatprovide insights into how the community was self-sustaining over the past 10+ years.IntroductionCommunities of practice (CoP) composed of instructors committed to realizing effective teachingpractices have been vital for sustainable course and curriculum reforms [1, 2]. This bottom-upcollaborative approach places the ownership of the reform on the instructors rather than theinstitution’s leadership. Forming a community is also a long-term strategy that can shift facultybeliefs, motivation, and departmental

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Martinez, Purdue Anthropology Programs; Sherylyn Briller, Purdue University; Greg J Strimel, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

ability tosynthesize information from diverse fields, solve complex problems collaboratively, and adapt tocontinuous learning. Convergence education (CE)—an approach that integrates knowledge acrossdisciplines to address complex sociotechnical challenges[1]—offers a transformative response,promising to cultivate the adaptability and interdisciplinary skills essential for navigating theuncertainties of the 21st century. Convergence Education (CE) is a distinct approach to learningthat goes beyond traditional integrated STEM or problem-based learning [2]. It focuses on tacklingcompelling, student-relevant problems by actively bringing together instructors and students fromdifferent disciplines to combine their expertise and develop impactful

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Collaborative Learning in Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anna Engelke, NC State University / UNC-Chapel Hill; Zachary Wiebe; Daisy Huang, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Spencer Dougherty, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Margaret Elizabeth Ambrose

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Student Division (STDT)

encompasses a mixture of technical skills, reflective practice, interpersonalnetworks, and self-directed learning. [1] The formation of a professional identity is described asan ongoing process that encompasses both person and context, where an individual has agencyto self-determine sub-identities that compose their overall professional identity. [2] At BeAM,the professional identity of a PA or a PS is often defined by how they perceive their ability toembody professional roles and their interactions with other makerspace staff. For example, PAsmust be able to safely operate makerspace equipment, teach makerspace users, perform routinemaintenance, and provide support to other makerspace staff. As staff become more confident inthese roles, they

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 4: Curriculum and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ali Zilouchian, Florida Atlantic University; Nancy Romance, Florida Atlantic University

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

state collegesand their connections with the Florida State University System. I. INTRODUCTION America is at a critical juncture in terms of advancing science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) education across the increasingly diverse student population inpostsecondary classrooms. The explosive research and development taking place in areas suchas Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, cybersecurity, supply chain, alternative energy,Internet of Things(IoT) and biotechnology, to mention a few, are key to America advancing itspositional strength in world affairs, national defense and security, educational systems across thelife span, economic growth and development, and health and human welfare[1]-[4].Simultaneously

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Developing Professional and Career Readiness

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cody Mann, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Darcie Christensen, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Andrew Lillesve, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Luke John Nyberg

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

locations around the world working in full-time co-op positions or research projectswhile simultaneously completing the final two years of a bachelor’s degree as full-time students.The aim of this paper is twofold: (1) to give the background and frame the positions of bothfacilitators and professors, emphasizing their complementary roles, and (2) to analyze responsesfrom students, professors, directors, and facilitators to determine what their perception is of theinteraction and collaboration of these positions. This is because a support model like this is thefirst of its kind and is unique, not found in the same capacity elsewhere in the world of academia.Based on its history of success, similar models are beginning to be implemented at

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Best Papers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xiaoxiao Du, University of Michigan; Robin Fowler, University of Michigan; Laura K Alford, University of Michigan

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evaluation in the robotics course. We explore therelationship between the students’ confidence in a robotic project and their project performance(e.g., whether confidence rises before or after a project milestone, and the correlation betweenproject performance and team satisfaction). We also study the changes in the students’ teamworkexperience as the robotic project complexity grows, with the hope that this work may providesome insights on improving student team experience as we design and plan futuremultidisciplinary robotics projects and courses.INTRODUCTIONTeams are common in multidisciplinary robotics projects and courses [1]. Teamwork (“an abilityto function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create acollaborative

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Inclusive and Interdisciplinary Approaches in Labs and Research

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Felipe Anaya, The University of Kansas; Claudia J. Bode, The University of Kansas; Kent Smith, The University of Kansas; Mark B Shiflett P.E., The University of Kansas

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

three goals. For example, research shows that studentsof all ages struggle to grasp differences in scale, especially at the size extremes where matter isminiscule or massive [1-7]. While not a new theme in science instruction, it is vital for studentsto understand absolute and relative scales, both for scientific literacy and to become effectivescience communicators. In addition, having a sense of scale also helps drive innovation [8-10],which is critical for the future competitiveness of the U.S. in the global economy.Our strategy to achieve these goals involved enhancing conventional chemical engineeringresearch experiences with arts-based learning. Inspired by how companies and universities useincubators [11-13] to promote novel thinking, we

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ERM Technical Session: Student Mental Health & Wellbeing I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haleh Barmaki Brotherton, Clemson University; Nathalie Al Kakoun, Engineering Learning Lab, American University of Beirut; Karen A High, Clemson University

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existing perfectionism scales. This contributes to a deeper comprehension of perfectionistic traits within engineering education and lays the groundwork for subsequent interventions. As a result of this synthesis, an ongoing research is in progress toward creating a perfectionism scale that captures Adaptive and Maladaptive Perfectionism tailored to students in Engineering.1 Understanding Perfectionism: An OverviewThe concept of perfectionism traces back to Alfred Adler’s early research in the 1930s [1], wherehe identified it as a crucial factor in the development of personality . Adler introduced the conceptsof ‘striving for superiority’ and the ‘inferiority complex’, explaining how difficulties in managingstress might lead to

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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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Jonathan R. Brown, The Ohio State University

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[X material] good for [Y application]" or "why might [X conditions] lead to failure in [Ymaterial]"; the professor can read aloud some of the initial answers, provide input on these, andcontinue seeking further comments. This can include creating and adjusting questions in realtime during class. Examples of these activities with their associated participation rates inanonymous discussions will be presented.BackgroundPrior work has shown that active engagement in class, beyond simply attending class, leads toincreased academic performance [1]. However, some students face social anxiety or fear beingembarrassed if they were to make a mistake, which is prevalent especially in front of peers [2],[3]. This has been connected to student reluctance

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gabriella Marie Luna, University of The Incarnate Word, GEMS Program; Stephanie Gray, University of the Incarnate Word; Michael Frye, University of the Incarnate Word

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Engineer who specializes in the field of nonlinear control theory. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Inspiring Young Minds: Translating Advanced STEM Technology for High School Students for College and Workforce Readiness within the GEMS Programs (Other)AbstractGirls in Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (GEMS) is a project-based Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program that encourages and empowers the nextgeneration to pursue STEM pathways in education and careers [1], [2]. GEMS after-school andsummer programs are designed to educate by providing hands-on experiential learning inrobotics, programming, and research [3]-[8]. Consisting of two key

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ERM Technical Session: Developing Engineering Competencies II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elliott Clement, Oregon State University; Shane A. Brown P.E., Oregon State University; James L. Huff, University of Georgia

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

relevant to equity and well-being in workplaces and degree programs. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Exploring Student Engagement and Project Outcomes in Capstone Design: Insights from a Grounded Theory StudyBackground, motivation, and objectives.Capstone courses, a staple of engineering education, serve as a pivotal experience betweenacademic learning and professional practice. These courses are designed for students to integrateand apply the knowledge they have acquired throughout their undergraduate studies whilesimultaneously fostering the development of important professional skills such as teamwork,problem-solving, project management, and communication [1, p. 8]. Capstone