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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer S Atchison, Drexel University; Ahmad R. Najafi, Drexel University; Gail Rosen, Drexel University

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synthetic composite materials. He also integrates computational mechanics approaches into orthopedic biomechanics to study human skeletal diseases and injuries and design new orthotropic materials and implants. To conduct these studies, he closely collaborates with experts in mechanics, biomechanics, civil engineering, manufacturing, and material engineering and science. Sponsors of his research have included the NSF, NIH, PA Department of Community & Economic Development, Coulter Foundation, and DARPA. Najafi is a recipient of the NSF Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) Award (2022), the Drexel Provost Award for Outstanding Early Career Scholarly Productivity (2023), the College of Engineering

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ERM WIP III: Post-Undergraduate Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hwangbo Bae, University of Michigan; Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

-interview surveys and semi-structured interviewsfacilitated by participant-drawn sociograms. The survey responses and sociograms were used tosupplement the qualitative analysis of the interview data. The full analysis and presentation ofthese data will be used in the future work.The preliminary findings reveal that ideal mentorship includes providing (1) guidance forresearch activities, (2) career development opportunities, and (3) empathy towards students.These findings provide practical implications for ERC mentors because they can use thisinformation to improve their mentoring guidelines and educate students about social capitalresources within the center. For example, this study found that students most commonly valuedresearch guidance from

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Building Engineering Identity and Practice in Rural and Pre-College Contexts

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hengtao Tang, University of South Carolina; Yingxiao Qian, University of South Carolina

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

ability to succeed inengineering tasks, is a crucial predictor of whether students remain engaged in engineeringeducation or pursue engineering as a college major. This is especially critical in rural settings,where access to engineering education or career development opportunities may be limited. Toaddress this, the mixed methods study implemented a 3D printing experience centered on engagingstudents in hands-on making and tinkering activities. The quantitative component employed adesign one-group pre- and post-test design using a modified version of Mamaril et al.’s (2016)engineering self-efficacy survey to assess students’ self-efficacy levels before and after theirparticipation in the 3D printing activities. The qualitative inquiry focused

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yu-Fang Jin, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Jianwei Niu, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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REU programhas proven to be an effective means of fostering students' research interests, encouraging them topursue advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields,and cultivating a diverse and skilled workforce for STEM careers [3, 4].A strong STEM identity has been linked to a higher likelihood of pursuing a STEM-relatedcareer. Understanding how these identities develop and are nurtured—both through formalinstitutional education and informal programs like the REU—is critical. Previous research hashighlighted two key factors in STEM identity formation: (1) an individual’s sense of belongingto an educational institution and to the STEM fields [5, 6]; and (2) authentic learning experiencesand outcomes [7-9

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Tools, Identities, and Personality in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashtyne Klair Monceaux, Louisiana Tech University; Caroline Cresap, Louisiana Tech University; Mitzi Desselles, Louisiana Tech University; Krystal Corbett Cruse, Louisiana Tech University; David Hall, Louisiana Tech University

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Student Division (STDT)

Paper ID #48914How Personality Impacts Academic, Professional, and Social Activity Preferencesof Engineering StudentsAshtyne Klair Monceaux, Louisiana Tech University Ashtyne Monceaux, from Crowley, Louisiana, is a third-year undergraduate student at Louisiana Tech University, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. She hopes to pursue a career in Water Resources Engineering. Ashtyne’s involvement with her university’s own NSF S-STEM Success Scholars Program lead to her research in engineering education. Ashtyne is a member of Louisiana Tech’s Honors College, an ambassador for the College of Engineering

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ECE-Circuit Courses: Instructional Innovations and Student Success

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

programming to advanced embedded systems design, real-time operatingsystems, and system integration. Through a series of hands-on lab exercises and three fundedresearch projects in embedded system design, this study explores how hands-on learning in theclassrooms with MISL-ASE boards impacts undergraduate research experiences, including theirunderstanding of embedded systems, research skills, and career interests. Results from ananonymous survey indicate that all undergraduate research students found the practical learningexperiences highly beneficial, significantly enhancing their understanding of embedded systemsand their ability to contribute to research. Additionally, all research students expressedconfidence in applying the skills acquired

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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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Narjes Khorsandi Koujel, Rowan University; Sowmya Panuganti, Purdue Engineering Education; Justin Charles Major, Rowan University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

achieve long-term aspirations [3]. While much emphasis hasbeen placed on formal mentorship programs, informal mentorship has been cited as a strong yetfeasible alternative. Trust and emotional connections from informal mentoring networks, usuallywithin the family or peer groupings, are typically wanted in formal programs [4].Formal mentorship involves structured, institutionally-sanctioned relationships, such as faculty-student advising or workplace mentoring programs, which often focus on career advancement,skill development, or academic achievement [2], [5]. Informal mentorship develops organicallyfrom repeated and substantive contact with persons who reinforce mentees' sense of connectionand provide them with personalized support [6]. These

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Khosro Shirvani, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

,this project aligns directly with the priority focus areas outlined in the OWTI grant application,including curriculum expansion, workforce training for near-term industry needs, thedevelopment of a long-term talent pipeline, and the promotion of career opportunities amongunderrepresented populations. Table 1. Curriculum Integration Overview Target Course Topics Title Module HoursMET 308: Machine and Product Design and Manufacturing Gears 14DesignMET 305: Tooling for Composites Manufacturing Turbine Blade Using Composite

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Student Motivation and Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathan Delson, University of California at San Diego; Jennifer Mullin, UC San Diego

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

Engineering Education, 2025 Development of Engineering Component Curiosity Challenges (ECCCs)AbstractEngineers have to adapt to rapidly changing technology throughout their careers, and this isespecially the case for selecting engineering components which often evolve quickly. This paperdescribes the design and evaluation of Engineering Component Curiosity Challenges (ECCCs), asuite of self‑directed laboratory modules intended to cultivate intrinsic motivation for lifelonglearning among senior‑level mechanical‑engineering students. Each module juxtaposes twofunctionally similar components—e.g., a spring‑powered versus a flywheel‑powered toy car; DCversus stepper motors—and requires students first to articulate hypotheses regarding

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International Division (INTL): Navigating Risks and Cross-Cultural Challenges

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Roger V. Gonzalez P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Peter Golding, University of Texas at El Paso

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International Division (INTL)

experiences and career preparation.Program Length and DesignUK engineering programs are generally shorter than their US counterparts. A bachelor's degreetypically takes three years, while a master's degree can be completed in one year. The shorterduration is attributed to the focused nature of UK programs, allowing students to specialize earlyin their academic journey. In contrast, US programs encourage a broader education acrossdisciplines, with general education courses often comprising one-third of the requirements for abachelor's degree [6].Table 1: Program Length of Study: UK vs US Degree UK US 3 years (longer with foundation, 4 years (longer at some schools and

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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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universityrates, scholarship students showed above-average retention and graduation rates, with themajority pursuing graduate studies or careers in STEM. These findings highlight the importanceof comprehensive support programs that integrate financial aid, mentorship, and professionaldevelopment to promote persistence and success among URM students in STEM fields.Introduction Many students leave Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) aftertaking introductory science and/or mathematics courses [1]. This not only impacts thedevelopment of a STEM workforce; it also negatively impacts humanity’s chances of addressingthe complex issues our societies are currently facing. Issues such as climate change andenvironmental degradation need

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Rodriguez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Paul Charles Bigby Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Antarjot Kaur, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

involved with several large-scale interdisciplinary research projects focused on institutional environments and STEM identity development are sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Kapor Center. In recent years, she was selected as an Early Career Awardee and Faculty Fellow with the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) and a NASPA Emerging Faculty Leader. She also received the Barbara Townsend Early Career Scholar Award by the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) and gave the distinguished ASHE-CAHEP Barbara Townsend Lecture. To learn more about her current projects, visit http://sarahlrodriguez.com/Paul Charles Bigby Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tracie Ferreira, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth; Shakhnoza Kayumova, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

. Kayumova is a recent recipient of the National Science Foundation’s Early Career award. Shakhnoza’s work appears in journals such as Anthropology & Education Quarterly, Educational Philosophy and Theory, Democracy and Education, and Journal of Research in Science Teaching (JRST). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 NSF S-STEM AccEL: SCHOLARSHIPS TO ACCELERATE ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP AND IDENTITY IN GRADUATE STUDENTSIntroductionThis paper presents the outcomes of the second year of the Accelerated Engineering Leadership(AccEL) program. The inception of the AccEL program responds to projections by the U.S. Bureauof Labor Statistics (BLS) indicating a

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maile Sinclair-Baxter, University of South Florida; Sanjukta Bhanja, University of South Florida; Bernard L. Batson, University of South Florida

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college to the University of South Florida. Addressing this targeted population, wefocus on increasing the retention and graduation rates for financially challenging students[traditional and non-traditional students] pursuing engineering and computing degrees. Alignedwith this goal, we seek to provide students access to co-curricular activities and university-wideresources that will enrich their education and career development.The co-curricular supporting activities include learning teams/tutoring sessions, biweeklyprofessional development meetings, and intrusive academic support through one-to-onepersonalized advising and mentorship. This paper outlines how implementing and developingthese program's intervention activities, specifically

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

. Particularly, these research opportunities have immediate and long-termbenefits [1], [2], [3]. According to studies conducted by Russell, 53% of undergraduate studentspursing STEM related careers are involved in some form of research activity before matriculation[4], [5]. In this regard, studies reveal that participating in such venues is beneficial towardsdeveloping technical, communication, and leadership skills [3], [6]. In a study conducted by theNational Science Foundation (NSF), 88% of its respondents, which held undergraduate researchpositions, reported significant development in structuring a research project, 83% of itsrespondents expressed greater confidence in research and professional abilities, and 73% attestedawareness of a graduate

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Student Services & Supports

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leslie Hopkinson, West Virginia University; Lynnette Michaluk, West Virginia University; Lizzie Santiago, West Virginia University; Aimee Morewood, West Virginia University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

items of STEM-SPSI were updated from a STEM to anengineering perspective when needed. Variables included engineering identity, academicadvising support, academic peer support, faculty support, engineering faculty connections,engineering peer connections, out-of-class engagement, engineering career development, andgeneral career development (Table 1). Responses were recorded on a six-point scale (1 = Doesnot apply to me; 2 = Completely disagree, 3 = Disagree; 4 = Neither agree nor disagree; 5 =Agree, 6 = Completely agree).The final survey was given online and administered through Qualtrics. West Virginia UniversityInstitutional Review Board (WVU IRB) approval is on file. To encourage participation andcompletion by undergraduate civil engineering

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MATH - Works in Progress for Mathematics Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lauren Lazarus, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

mathematics programs. Given our institution’s focus on career preparation and real-world problem solving, future offerings present an opportunity to develop students’ interest andbetter meet their needs. In this paper, we will give details about the course and student feedback.Possible curricular and pedagogical changes will also be discussed.IntroductionThis work-in-progress paper discusses the design and implementation of a “Dynamical Systemsand Chaos” course as an upper-level undergraduate elective at Wentworth Institute ofTechnology. The course can serve as a technical elective for majors and minors in appliedmathematics, with many students in engineering or computer science majors pursuing this minor.The course material combines topics from

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 1: Tech-Forward Teaching - Digital Tools to Enhance Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica Ohanian Perez, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Paul Morrow Nissenson, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

the field of engineering. Manyengineering students enter their majors with minimal knowledge of the discipline. Additionally,many current high school students report being interested in STEM-related fields, but areunprepared for this endeavor [1]. To help address this issue, the authors launched “TheEngineering Student Experience Podcast" in 2019 to enhance awareness of engineering as amajor and a career option. In a study conducted by Nissenson et al. (2020), the first five episodeswere evaluated by engineering students enrolled in California State Polytechnic UniversityPomona’s College of Engineering’s First Year Experience course, “EGR 1000: Engineering,Society, and You” [2]. After listening to the episodes, students completed surveys that

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

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicholas Choi, University of California, Irvine; Kan Li, University of California, Irvine; Kristin Roher, University of California, Irvine; Liang Li Wu, University of California, Irvine

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

coursework-based experience.In addition, students attended a series of educational and professional development seminars,including college preparation, engineering career pathways, research center tours, anddemonstrations from members of the university research community and local engineeringcommunity. Exposing students to relevant engineering workshops allowed high school studentsto be motivated and inspired by different learning opportunities and to understand potentialapplications of their degrees in future careers. We assessed the success of the programimplementation through a post-camp survey to all student participants, specifically on studentlearning outcomes of understanding design and fabrication, as well as the effectiveness of

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 8: Division Best Papers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sonia Travaglini, Stanford University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

MotivationEngineering outreach programs in higher education are vital for promoting inclusivity andcreating opportunities for marginalized students to explore and access engineering careers [4].Increasing the representation of diverse and underserved demographics in engineering remainscritical to addressing the growing shortage of engineers in the United States. Collaborativeefforts between research universities and institutions serving large populations ofunderrepresented students play a key role in mitigating this shortage [5], supporting students toprogress from two-year community college associate’s degree programs, to four-year bachelor’sdegree programs. Expanding participation is essential not only to sustaining overall engagementin engineering as an

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carlos R Morales, Purdue University at West Lafayette

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

, evaluate working with potential teammates based on needs, and justifytheir selections with data. Finally, CREAC forces students to explicitly articulate why a specificteam composition and project selection support their career trajectories rather than relying onconvenience or habit. The following table illustrates how each stage of CREAC aligns with thecapstone process: CREAC Stage Capstone Application Conclusion Define the ideal project outcome and personal career objectives. Rule Research industry standards and team structures in relevant

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 11

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Edward Chaback, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Mark Vincent Huerta, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ernesto Adolfo Cuesta Alvear, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Atlas Vernier, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Empowering Undergraduate Motivation Through Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning: Insights from Self-Determination Theory Abstract This Full Empirical Research Paper aims to showcase the findings from the first year ofan interdisciplinary project-based learning course in the Department of Engineering Education ata large mid-Atlantic research university. Both literature and industry have expressed the need forundergraduate students to gain experience in interdisciplinary environments and prepare for theirpost-graduate careers, whether they aim to continue their education or enter industry aftercompleting their bachelor’s

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

MC Forelle, University of Virginia; Siobhan Elizabeth Loughney, University of Virginia

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP)

adequate workforce of trained and skilled automotivetechnicians to repair and maintain these new fleets of EVs. This paper aims to fill a gap in theexisting literature by exploring how the rapid pace of EV and other emerging automotivetechnologies pose a significant obstacle to established automotive mechanic training programs.First, we lay out the history of repair labor and training as one of persistent shortages and under-resourcing. We then detail the present-day range of career and technical education institutionsavailable to current and incoming mechanics, as well as the funding sources available to thoseinstitutions for updating training curricula. We conclude by discussing the obstacles that publiceducation specifically faces in making use

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashleigh Wright, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jacqueline Henderson, Bradley University; Rebekka Darner, Illinois State University; Nafisa A Ibrahim, The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Brenda Anne Wilson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Loralyn Cozy, Illinois Wesleyan University; Brian J. Bellott, Western Illinois University; Mahua Biswas, Illinois State University; Alejandro Lleras, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Narendra Jaggi; Michelle Edgcomb Friday, Bradley University; Terrance Bishop, Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Catherine Lipovsky, Bradley University

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mentored in research along with other underrepresented students who participated in REUs or are conducting research with her colleagues to present their work at LSMRCE conferences. She is currently an NSF LSAMP Institutional Coordinator and looks to provide positive opportunities for students which will impact their educational and professional goals. Dr. Henderson also serves as the Director of the Bradley University/Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering (DAPCEP) STEM Program which offers STEM inspired and college preparation courses to local 4th-12th grade students and the Director of the Bradley University Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Academy for 9th – 12th grade students.Rebekka Darner, Illinois State University

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Continuing Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arsalan Ashraf, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Bailey Kathryn McOwen, 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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Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED)

then worked in the aviation industry. After gaining experience, he changed his career path and went to academia as a lecturer at The University of Faisalabad in 2022. He joined Virginia Tech in the fall of 2024.Bailey Kathryn McOwen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Bailey McOwen is a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech with an academic foundation in physics and industrial engineering. Her research focuses on workforce development, professional training for engineering practitioners, and engineering ethics, with an emphasis on how emerging technologies can enhance continued education. Through her research, service, and academic work, she aims to bridge engineering education and

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edwige F. Songong, Pittsburg State University; Tatiana V. Goris, Pittsburg State University

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE)

Taganrog Institute of Technology of Southern Federal University, Russia (1999). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Pilot Study of Gen Z Graduates For Successful Employment on the U.S. Job MarketAbstractOrganizations face several challenges in retaining skilled talent due to the unpredictable jobmarket and the rise of Gen Z employees. Studies reveal that this generation, born in or after2000, is likely to change at least ten to fifteen jobs throughout their careers and tends to stay at asingle job for less than three years on average. Then, highlighting the importance ofunderstanding the factors that influence job retention among Gen Z, particularly within

Conference Session

Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget Ogwezi, ANSYS, Inc.; Kaitlin Tyler, ANSYS, Inc.

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

, and new skills gained both in and out of the classroom. The ultimate test ofstudent success is how well a student is able to adapt to their new environment upongraduation, whether it be industry, graduate school, research, or entrepreneurial.Despite the complexity, identifying activities that directly contribute to setting up students forsuccess after graduation is crucial in higher education. The Institute of Engineering andTechnology reports that up to half of engineering students graduate without enough of thetechnical or interpersonal skills required by potential employers. This could be contributingto the fact that between 30% to 50% of engineering students end up in careers outside of theirfield. Therefore, one of these defined

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 6: LEES Works in Progress

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leanne Dawson, University of Calgary; Ayah Metwali, University of Calgary

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

identity has changedthroughout the years, based on my academic experience and societal impact. My first exposure to the engineering profession was through a close relative, who worked as anengineering technologist for a small consulting firm. My initial impression of their work was thatthey mainly worked individually, performing calculations and creating technical drawings. Iinitially did not want to be an engineer, based on my lack of interest in architectural drawingsand external pressures to choose a more “feminine” profession, like teaching or nursing. A visitto the local university for their yearly Women in Engineering Day introduced me to differentsides of engineering, which drew me to a career in electrical engineering. At the time, my

Conference Session

Community and Industry Collaboration for Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jasmine N Patel, Georgia Institute of Technology; Nathan W. Hartman, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Alisa Deck; Roxanne A. Moore Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology

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Hartman holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Purdue University and a Doctorate from North Carolina State University.Alisa Deck Lisa works with employers, schools, students, and community stakeholders to scale up and sustain critical programs around careers in all sectors while emphasizing the professional and technical skills necessary to succeed in the workforce. Lisa’s passion is working to build our future workforce by providing foundational skills and ensuring everyone has the information required to be successful. Lisa is the Education Workforce Program Manager for Purdue Polytechnic’s Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center (IN-MaC), as a program manager and is the owner of T3

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Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Pickenpaugh PE, United States Air Force Academy; Owen Sedej P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Brad Wambeke P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Joseph Pickenpaugh PE, PMP, NORAD and USNORTHCOM J4

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-national missions through infrastructure planning, posture development, and contingency operations across North America. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Virginia Military Institute, along with master’s degrees in Engineering Management from the Air Force Institute of Technology and Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Throughout his career, he has led engineering, operations, and emergency services teams across assignments in the United States, Qatar, Honduras, and the Republic of Korea. Lt Col Pickenpaugh is a licensed professional engineer in Colorado and a lifetime member of the Society of American Military Engineers. His assignments have included joint