Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Measuring and Assessing Outcomes and Impact 

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Manuel José Alejandro Baquero Sierra, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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International Division (INTL)

effectively in this new setting.The concept of Funds of Identity also sheds light on the emotional foundations students rely on,such as family and cultural connections, which help them maintain balance amid uncertainty.Though physically distant, these ties remain emotionally central and act as anchors. However,balancing these relationships with academic pressures and time differences often creates tensionbetween adapting to a new life and preserving cultural continuity.Importantly, the identity resources students draw upon are not fixed. They evolve as studentsconfront and adapt to the demands of their temporary academic stay. These shifts often lead todeeper self-awareness, with participants beginning to see new educational possibilities, such

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session #4: Global DEI

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Moses Olayemi, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

at both undergraduate and graduate levels [9]. Justifiably, studiesthat attempt to understand and support “international students” have had more traction focusingon Chinese and Indian students, outnumbering studies involving students from other countries[10], [11]. While this work builds on previous studies to improve the likelihood of the success ofinternational students in engineering in the US [12], [13], it also problematizes the generalization.Using a generic term like “international” glosses over the many subtle, complex, and varieddifferences that exist between and even within subclasses of international students. Consequently,this paper focuses on a subset of international students – it briefly discusses the literaturesurrounding the

Conference Session

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

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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)

, and economic stability.The US system's flexible admissions policies, broader curriculum, diverse teaching methods, andstrong emphasis on academic freedom foster a more student-centered and adaptable learningenvironment, encouraging exploration and innovation. However, the lack of early specialization,less integrated practical experience, and potential for variations in quality across institutionsrequire students to be more proactive in shaping their educational journey and seeking outcareer-relevant opportunities [37].Key implications for engineering education include: 1. Balancing Specialization and Breadth: Finding the right balance between early specialization and broader education is crucial for preparing graduates for a rapidly

Conference Session

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

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Rumi Okazaki, School of Architecture, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Ikuro SHIMIZU, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Tadesse girmay Girmay

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

interdisciplinary program integratestechnical training and cultural anthropology, encouraging participants to gain skills in accordancewith the Washington Accord’s 11 Graduate Attribute Profiles (WA11GAP) (InternationalEngineering Alliance, 2021). Graduate attributes are ‘the skills, knowledge and abilities ofuniversity graduates, beyond disciplinary content knowledge, which are applicable to a range ofcontexts’ (Barrie, 2004). The importance of teaching engineering students not only technicalknowledge, but also the attitudes and skills required to perform as a professional engineer ()(Paulet al., 2015). Washington Accord has been playing a central role for education and training in theformation of a practising engineer (International Engineering Alliance