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First-year Programs Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Devin R. Berg, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Matthew Wigdahl, Oaklawn Elementary School; Charis Dawn Collins, Oaklawn Elementary School

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Paper ID #18170Assisstive Technology for Freshman Design and K-12 OutreachDr. Devin R. Berg, University of Wisconsin, Stout Devin Berg is an Associate Professor and Program Director of the B.S. Mechanical Engineering program in the Engineering and Technology Department at the University of Wisconsin - Stout.Mr. Matthew Wigdahl, Oaklawn Elementary School Matthew Wigdahl is a National Board Certified 5th grade teacher using Design Thinking to empower his students to solve problems. He has taught elementary grades for 17 years.Ms. Charis Dawn Collins, Oaklawn Elementary School Charis Collins is a writer and teacher, specializing

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First-Year Programs: Design in the First Year

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew J Jensen, Florida Institute of Technology; Jennifer Lynn Schlegel, Florida Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #19571Implementing an Entrepreneurial Mindset Design Project in an IntroductoryEngineering CourseDr. Matthew James Jensen, Florida Institute of Technology Dr. Matthew J. Jensen received his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in 2006. Matthew received his doctorate from Clemson University in 2011 in Me- chanical Engineering, focused primarily on automotive control systems and dynamics. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, the ProTrack Co-Op Coordinator and Chair of the Gen- eral Engineering Program at Florida Institute of Technology

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First-Year Programs: Wednesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jack Bringardner, New York University, Tandon School of Engineering; Yona Jean-Pierre, New York University, Tandon School of Engineering

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Engineering and is affiliated with the NYU Civil and Urban Engineering department.Ms. Yona Jean-Pierre, New York University, Tandon School of Engineering Yona Jean-Pierre is the Director of Faculty Innovations for Teaching and Learning (FITL) at NYU Tan- don School of Engineering. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Philosophy from the University of Rochester and her Master of Science in Mathematics from NYU Tandon School of Engi- neering (Formerly known as Polytechnic University). She manages the FITL Center, which encourages and promotes innovative teaching strategies and technologies for learning. The Center provides faculty with training on new classroom technologies, access to technologies and

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First-Year Programs: Assessment

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Senay Purzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Jill Anne Folkerts, Purdue University; Taylor V. Williams, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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; Baek, J. Y. Handbook of design research methods in education: Innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning and teaching. (Taylor & Francis, 2014).42. Shavelson, R. J., Phillips, D. C., Towne, L. & Feuer, M. J. On the science of education design studies. Educ. Res. 32, 25–28 (2003).43. Hjalmarson, M. A. & Lesh, R. Design research. Engineering, systems, products, and processes for innovation. Handb. Int. Res. Math. Educ. 2, (2008).

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First-Year Programs: Assessment

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Noah Salzman, Boise State University; Matthew W. Ohland, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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has worked as a high school science, mathematics, and engineering and technology teacher, as well as several years of electrical and mechanical engineering design experience as a practicing engineer. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Swarthmore College, his Master’s of Education degree from the University of Massachusetts, and a Master’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Doctorate in Engineering Education from Purdue University.Dr. Matthew W. Ohland, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Matthew W. Ohland is Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University. He has degrees from Swarthmore College, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the University of

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sean P. Brophy, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Tony Andrew Lowe, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Lowe is a PhD candidate in Engineering Education at Purdue University. He has a BSEE from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a MSIT from Capella. He currently teaches as an adjunct at CTU Online and has been an on-and-off corporate educator and full time software engineer for twenty years. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 A learning trajectory for developing computational thinking and programmingAbstractThis research study identifies the relationship between students’ prior experiences with programming andtheir development of computational thinking and programming during their first year engineeringexperience. Many first year programs

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First-Year Programs: Wednesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Natasha Perova-Mello, Oregon State University; Sean P. Brophy, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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the Center for Engineering Edu- cational and Outreach at Tufts University, Medford, Mass. Natasha received her M.S. in mathematics, science, technology, and engineering education in 2008, M.S. in electrical engineering in 2005 from Tufts University, and B.S. in electrical engineering from Suffolk University.Dr. Sean P. Brophy, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Dr. Sean Brophy is a learning scientist, engineering, and computer scientist who teachers design and computational modeling to first year engineering learners. His research in engineering education and the learning sciences explores how students learn through interactions with technologies. He is particularly interested in how

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Norma L Veurink, Michigan Technological University; Justin Foley, University of Michigan

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Paper ID #19844How Well Do They Match? Does High Confidence in Selection of MajorTranslate to High Graduation Rates in a Major?Ms. Norma L Veurink, Michigan Technological University Norma Veurink is a Senior Lecturer in the Engineering Fundamentals Department at Michigan Techno- logical University where she teaches introductory engineering courses and a spatial visualization course designed for engineering students with poorly developed spatial visualization skills. Ms. Veurink man- ages several summer programs that introduce middle and high school students to engineering. She is active in the Engineering Design Graphics

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First-Year Programs: Paying More Attention to Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michele Yatchmeneff, University of Alaska Anchorage; Matthew Calhoun, University of Alaska Anchorage

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shown which students increased their engineering identity andin which factors.The professors should also continue to improve the common Introduction to Engineering courseand evaluate if these engineering identity interventions are effective. It is possible that theseengineering identity interventions could be included in other common engineering courses tohelp improve retention and persistence of engineering students. Future research should also lookinto other areas to improve such as mentoring and tutoring2,3.Bibliography1. Matthews, M. Keeping students in engineering: A research-to-practice brief. 1–7 (2016).2. Yoder, B. L. Going the distance: Best practices and strategies for retaining engineering, engineering technology and

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First-Year Programs: Monday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tammy VanDeGrift, University of Portland; Sherry Liao, University of Portland

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Paper ID #18109Helping First-Year Engineering Students Select a MajorDr. Tammy VanDeGrift, University of Portland Dr. Tammy VanDeGrift is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Portland. Her research interests include computer science education, pedagogy, and best practices for retention and engagement.Miss Sherry Liao, University of Portland A rising software engineer inspired by the ability of technology to connect the world together and make a positive impact on a global level. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Helping First-Year

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First-Year Programs: Monday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kerry Meyers, University of Notre Dame; Cory Brozina, Youngstown State University

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ENGR1500 course and were First-Year Engineering students (with the exception of 1 student from theFall 2014 cohort who started in Engineering Technology). The analyses below show a closerlook at the retention rates of students within engineering after five (5) semesters, and which fieldof study they have chosen five (5) semesters after taking the engineering orientation ENGR 1500course. For instance, the Fall 2013 cohort is examined after the Fall 2015 semester, and the Fall2014 cohort is examined after the Fall 2016 semester.STEM and Engineering Retention RatesData was investigated after five semesters to determine which students were still in the STEMCollege as well as which students were declared engineering students (i.e. First-YearEngineering

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First-Year Programs: Monday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hector Enrique Rodriguez-Simmonds, Purdue University - Engineering Education; Nelson S. Pearson, University of Nevada, Reno; Jacqueline Ann Rohde, Clemson University; Kyle Patrick Vealey, West Chester University of Pennsylvania; Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno; Allison Godwin, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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attitudes towards becoming engineers, their problem solving processes, and cultural fit. His education includes a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, a M.S. in Bioengineering and Ph.D. in Engineer- ing and Science Education from Clemson University.Dr. Allison Godwin, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Allison Godwin, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University. Her research focuses what factors influence diverse students to choose engineering and stay in engineering through their careers and how different experiences within the practice and culture of engineering foster or hinder belongingness and identity development. Dr

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kelsey Joy Rodgers, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; Nanmwa Jeremiah Dala, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ; Krishna Madhavan, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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conducted research in Purdue University’s First- Year Engineering Program with the Network for Nanotechnology (NCN) Educational Research team, the Model-Eliciting Activities (MEAs) Educational Research team, and a few fellow STEM education graduates for an obtained Discovery, Engagement, and Learning (DEAL) grant. Prior to attending Purdue University, she graduated from Arizona State University with her B.S.E. in Engineering from the College of Technology and Innovation, where she worked on a team conducting research on how students learn LabVIEW through Disassemble, Analyze, Assemble (DAA) activities.Mr. Nanmwa Jeremiah Dala, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Jeremiah is a senior at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical

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First-Year Programs: Paying More Attention to Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tanya Dugat Wickliff, Texas A&M University; Noemi V. Mendoza Diaz, Texas A&M University; Jacques C. Richard, Texas A&M University; So Yoon Yoon, Texas A&M University

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been an Electrical Engineering Professor. Dr. Mendoza is interested in Socioeconomi- cally Disadvantaged Engineering Students, Latino Studies in Engineering, Computer Aided/Instructional Technology in Engineering, and Entrepreneurship/Service Learning.Dr. Jacques C. Richard, Texas A&M University Dr. Richard got his Ph. D. at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1989 & a B. S. at Boston University, 1984. He was at NASA Glenn, 1989-1995, taught at Northwestern for Fall 1995, worked at Argonne National Lab, 1996-1997, Chicago State, 1997-2002. Dr. Richard is a Sr. Lecturer & Research Associate in Aerospace Engineering @ Texas A&M since 1/03. His research is focused on computational plasma modeling using

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First-Year Programs: Monday 5-Minute Work-in-Progress Postcard Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Teresa Lee Tinnell, University of Louisville; Jaqi C. McNeil, University of Louisville

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. take my understanding of the natural world using top of the line technology, teamwork, and and apply it to the creation of a better 60% civilization. Most importantly, the engineer knowledge. Some engineering will only focus on designing, some will only focus on building, or has a duty to the safety of the people and some will only focus maintaining/operating.” societies that use his or her creation.” (F2216

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First-Year Programs: Paying More Attention to Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark Schar, Stanford University; Sophia Lerner Pink, Stanford University; Kayla Powers, Stanford University; Adrian Piedra, Stanford University; Shivani Alexandra Torres, Stanford University; Kai Jun Chew, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University

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Director of One Page Solutions, a consulting firm that uses the OGSP R process to help technology and branded product clients develop better strategic plans. Mark is a member of The Band of Angels, Silicon Valley’s oldest organization dedicated exclusively to funding seed stage start-ups. In addition, he serves on the board of several technology start-up companies.Sophia Lerner Pink, Stanford University Sophia Pink is a sophomore studying engineering at Stanford University. She began conducting research in Dr. Sheri Sheppard’s Designing Education Lab in June 2016. Sophia’s academic interests include mechanical engineering, human-centered design and social science research.Kayla Powers, Stanford UniversityMr. Adrian Piedra

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The Best of First-Year Programs Division

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Danielle D. Gagne, Alfred University; Bethany C. Johnson, Alfred University; Steven M. Pilgrim, Alfred University

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student tuition, therehas been growing concern with attracting and retaining students to traditional programs. This isespecially true in engineering, which requires students to have an arsenal of advancedmathematical and analytical skills and a broad background in science and technology [1].Unfortunately, many of the students who enroll in engineering programs may find themselvessignificantly unprepared for the academic rigors and personal challenges of collegiate life. Inresponse, educators have sought to identify key factors that aid not only in the retention ofstudents, but also maximize the resources necessary to guide those students to successful degreecompletion.One area of investigation has focused on the characteristics of the student

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First-Year Programs: Monday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amelia Chesley, Purdue University; Nathan Mentzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Dawn Laux, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Tejasvi Parupudi, Purdue University; Asefeh Kardgar, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, West Lafayette; Sarah Knapp, Purdue University

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Paper ID #18851Assessing the Impact of an Interdisciplinary First-Year Experience ProgramAmelia Chesley, Purdue University Amelia Chesley is currently a PhD candidate in Rhetoric and Composition at Purdue University. She is interested in intellectual property, remix culture, transdisciplinarity, and online communities. Her disser- tation research investigates the public curation and digitization work being performed by volunteers for the audiobook archive LibriVox.Prof. Nathan Mentzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Nathan Mentzer is an assistant professor in the College of Technology with a

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First-Year Programs: Sunday 5-Minute Work-in-Progress Postcard Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Corinne Rowlinson, University of Florida; Elizabeth Anne Stephan, Clemson University; Jonathan R. A. Maier, Clemson University

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first-year curriculum. As the lead author of the ”Thinking Like an Engineer” textbook, currently in its 3rd edition, she has been the primary author team–member in charge of the development of the MyEngineeringLab system. She is also the Chief Advisor for SC Alpha Chapter of Tau Beta Pi, the engineering honor society.Dr. Jonathan R. A. Maier, Clemson University Jonathan R.A. Maier earned his PhD and MS degrees in mechanical engineering from Clemson University, and an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Dr. Maier has conducted research sponsored by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense, and both large and small companies. Now in his seventh year

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jean S. Larson, Arizona State University; Medha Dalal, Arizona State University; Wilhelmina C. Savenye, Arizona State University; Claudia Elena Zapata, Arizona State University; Nasser Hamdan, Center for Bio-mediated & Bio-inspired Geotechnics; Edward Kavazanjian Jr., Arizona State University

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Paper ID #19103Complete Research Paper: Implementation of an Introductory Module onBiogeotechnics in a Freshman Engineering CourseDr. Jean S. Larson, Arizona State University Jean Larson has a Ph.D. in Educational Technology, postgraduate training in Computer Systems Engineer- ing, and many years of experience teaching and developing curriculum in various learning environments. She has taught technology integration and teacher training to undergraduate and graduate students at Ari- zona State University, students at the K-12 level locally and abroad, and various workshops and modules in business and industry. Dr. Larson

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The Best of First-Year Programs Division

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nancy K. Lape, Harvey Mudd College; Lori Bassman, Harvey Mudd College; Christopher Clark, Harvey Mudd College; Albert Dato, Harvey Mudd College; Angela M. Lee, Harvey Mudd College; Matthew Spencer, Harvey Mudd College; Erik Spjut, Harvey Mudd College; Laura Palucki Blake, Harvey Mudd College

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. He received B.S. and M.Eng. degrees from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, in 2007 and 2008, respectively and a Ph.D. degree at the University of California, Berkeley in 2015. He has been the recipient of an Outstanding Technology Directions paper award from the International Solid State Circuits Conference and an Intel Fellowship. His research interests are integrating mechanical, chemical and quantum devices into circuits and com- munication links in harsh environments. He has also worked on experiential and hands-on learning.Dr. Erik Spjut, Harvey Mudd College Prof. Spjut is the Union Oil Company Design Fellow and Professor of Engineering in the Department of Engineering at Harvey Mudd

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The Best of First-Year Programs Division

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jan DeWaters, Clarkson University; John C. Moosbrugger, Clarkson University; Pankaj Sharma, Clarkson University

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, knowledge of changes in student attitudes were sought as a response to a coursedeveloped for first year engineering (FYE) majors [12]. This course, Engineering and Society,contains elements that are common among FYE courses such as the study of engineeringdisciplines, ethics, and a team-based design project, yet it uniquely focuses on the connectionsamong engineering/technology and society and the development of technology within a societalcontext. This allows us to integrate ethics and the engineering design experience with thetechnology and society content, which provides a platform for analyzing current technologicalsystems and exposes students to the breadth and diversity of engineering. Aside from meetingABET and University-level outcomes

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday Potpourri

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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So Yoon Yoon, Texas A&M University; Mark T. Holtzapple, Texas A&M University; Bonnie J. Dunbar Ph.D., Texas A&M University

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. There she provided leadership in the development of a new integrated university science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) center and was Di- rector of the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston. She also directed the SICSA Space Architecture and Aerospace graduate programs. She has devoted her life to furthering engineering, engineering educa- tion, and the pursuit of human space exploration. Dunbar worked for The Rockwell International Space Division Company building Space Shuttle Columbia and worked for 27 years at NASA, first as a flight controller; then as a mission specialist astronaut, where she flew five space shuttle flights, logging more than 50 days in space; and then served for 7 years as a

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First-Year Programs: Design in the First Year

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Joseph Frank, Ohio State University; Kelly Lynn Kolotka, Ohio State University; Andrew H. Phillips, Ohio State University; Michael Schulz, The Ohio State University; Clare Rigney, Ohio State University, Engineering Education Department; Allen Benjamin Drown, Ohio State University; Robert G. Stricko III, Ohio State University; Kathleen A. Harper, Ohio State University; Richard J. Freuler, Ohio State University

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student immersion and growth in mind, the programhas developed to include an engineering cornerstone project in which students work in teams todesign, build, and program autonomous robots to complete tasks on an interactive roboticscourse. In support of the project, a variety of technologies were designed and polished as theprogram grew. Classroom methodologies were also evaluated and improved with time inresponse to student feedback and research on best practices.This paper provides a historical review of practice for the program with an emphasis on thetechnologies and methodologies that have been most effective in the program as it hasdeveloped.IntroductionFor 23 years researchers in autonomous robot design have worked on the advancement of

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First-Year Programs: Monday 5-Minute Work-in-Progress Postcard Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University; Benjamin Emery Mertz, Arizona State University

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, such as Solid Mechanics, Mechanism Analysis and Design, Mechanical Design, Computer Aided Engineering, etc. Her interests include inno- vative teaching pedagogies for increased retention and student motivation, innovations in non-traditional delivery methods, as well as structured reflective practices throughout the engineering curriculum.Dr. Benjamin Emery Mertz, Arizona State University Dr. Benjamin Mertz received his Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Notre Dame in 2010 and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in 2005. He is currently a part of a lecturer team at Arizona State University that focuses on the first-year engineering experience, including

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The Best of First-Year Programs Division

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darlee Gerrard, University of Toronto; Kirstin Newfield, University of Toronto; Narges Balouchestani Asli, University of Toronto; Chirag Variawa, University of Toronto

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from Memorial University. Her research interests include exploring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education through co- curricular and non-formal learning experiences, and investigating the equity and accessibility of STEM and post-secondary education.Ms. Kirstin Newfield, University of Toronto Kirstin is a PhD candidate in the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Toronto and a part of the Collaborative Program in Engineering Education. Kirstin previously received a MASc in Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto and a BASc in Geological Engineering at Queen’s University.Mrs. Narges Balouchestani Asli, University of Toronto Narges Balouchestani-Asli holds an M.A.Sc. in

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First-Year Programs: Tuesday 5-Minute Work-in-Progress Postcard Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Usama Zahid, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Evin Scott Groundwater, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Yanfen Li, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Celia Mathews Elliott, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Andrew Michael Smith, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Dallas R Trinkle, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kelly Ritter, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; P. Scott Carney, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Marcia Pool, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Karin Jensen, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Paper ID #19835Work in Progress: Design of a First-Year Rhetoric Course for EngineeringStudentsMr. Mohammad Usama Zahid, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Mohammad Zahid earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and Mathematics from Saint Louis Univer- sity, and he is currently a PhD candidate, Research Assistant, and Teaching Assistant in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has taught lab courses in physics and bioengineering and has assisted in level bioengineering courses.Mr. Evin Scott Groundwater, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Originally from

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First-Year Programs: Paying Attention to Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benjamin B. Wheatley, Colarado State University; Tammy Lynn Haut Donahue, Colorado State University; Kimberly Catton P.E., Colorado State University

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relate to software skills, and how ”soft skills” project to success as engineers. His areas of technical research include finite element analysis and skeletal muscle mechanics.Dr. Tammy Lynn Haut Donahue, Colorado State University Tammy Haut Donahue joined the faculty at Colorado State University (CSU) in December of 2011. She came to CSU after spending eleven years in Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Technological Univer- sity. Her PhD was in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California at Davis where she earned the Allen Marr Award for distinguished dissertation in Biomedical Engineering in 2000. She is an Asso- ciate Editor for the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering and an Editorial Consultant for

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth A. Adams, Chandler Gilbert Community College; Mary Beth Burgoyne

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& Melinda Gates Foundation (2017) requesting funding to address water and sanitation needs in Dharavi, India.Engineer the Tools of Scientific Students develop a proposal for a NationalDiscovery Geographic Grant (2017) requesting funding to utilize GPS technology to address specific improvement areas in sub-Saharan Africa.The college facilities director, human anatomy/biology faculty, and engineers from GeneralDynamics Corporation, (a U.S. Department of Defense contractor with Scottsdale, AZ locations),serve as content specialists, and

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The Best of First-Year Programs Division

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angela R. Bielefeldt, University of Colorado, Boulder; Madeline Polmear, University of Colorado, Boulder; Daniel Knight, University of Colorado, Boulder; Nathan E. Canney, Seattle University; Chris Swan, Tufts University

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individualswho taught ethical and/or societal related topics in one or more courses. Among those whoreported teaching ethics/societal impact issues in a course, 410 (34%) indicated that these topicswere included in a first-year introductory course and/or first year design-focused course. Among814 individuals who did not teach these topics in first year courses, 43% (n=350) believed thatthese topics were incorporated into first year courses in their program (35% into first yearintroductory course, 15% into first year design course). Among individuals who incorporatedethical/societal impact issues into first year courses, the most common topics were: professionalpractice issues, societal impacts of technology, engineering codes of ethics, safety