Conference Session

First-year Programs: Cornucopia #1

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Julianne Vernon, Vanderbilt University; Yin Huang, Vanderbilt University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #30559Work-in-Progress: An Evaluation of a First Year Chemical EngineeringModule on Students’ Curiosity & ConnectivityDr. Julianne Vernon, Vanderbilt University Assistant Dean Vernon works in the field of STEM educational research; some areas of focus include stu- dent retention and implementation of innovative pedagogy and technology. She is currently the Assistant Dean of Academic programs overseeing the First Year Courses, Study Abroad Programs, and Interna- tional Initiatives at Vanderbilt University. She received her Bachelors in Chemical Engineering from the City College of New York and her Doctorate

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Integrating Computing into the First Year

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shelley Lorimer, Grant MacEwan University; Jeffrey A. Davis, Grant MacEwan University; Olivia Tronchin, University of Alberta

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #25912Using LEGO Mindstorms and MATLAB in Curriculum Design of ActiveLearning Activities for a First-year Engineering Computing CourseDr. Shelley Lorimer, Grant MacEwan University Shelley Lorimer is an Associate Professor in Engineering (BSEN) Transfer Program at MacEwan Univer- sity. She is an instructor in the introductory engineering courses as well. The BSEN program at MacEwan has grown from forty students since in started almost fifteen years ago, to the current 216 students. The majority of the students in the program transfer to second year engineering at the University of Alberta. Shelley is a graduate of

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Cornucopia #2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Teresa Lee Tinnell, University of Louisville; Nora Honken, University of Cincinnati; Patricia A. Ralston, University of Louisville

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

undergraduate engineering mathematics and is currently involved in educational research on the effective use of technology in engineering education, the incorpo- ration of critical thinking in undergraduate engineering education, and retention of engineering students. She leads a research group whose goal is to foster active interdisciplinary research which investigates learning and motivation and whose findings will inform the development of evidence-based interventions to promote retention and student success in engineering. Her fields of technical expertise include process modeling, simulation, and process control. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020ACT/SAT Preparation and

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eduardo G. Perez, Inter American University of Puerto Rico; Omar Meza Castillo, Inter American University of Puerto Rico

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

years.AcknowledgementThis work is funded by grant #P120A140021 under MSEIP program from the Department ofEducationReferences1. National Science Board. 2003. The Science and Engineering Workforce: Realizing America’s Potential. Publication NSB 03-69. (www.nsf.gov/nsb/documents/2003/nsb0369/nsb0369.pdf)2. Augustine, N. “Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future”, Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy (COSEPUP), 2007.3. Kuenzi, J. J. (2008, March). Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education: Background, federal policy and legislative action (CRS Report for Congress). Retrieved from http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL33434.pdf4. Callan, P. (2008). The

Conference Session

FPD7 -- Service Learning

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lorelle Meadows, University of Michigan; Samantha Jarema, University of Michigan

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

role of engineers in society, engineeringethics and appropriate technology, student were actively involved in applying their knowledge ina responsible manner for the betterment of society and developing interpersonal skills in both ateam setting and a multi-cultural setting. For example, students applied the concept of asset-based community development to form a framework for design criteria by personal interactionwith the client and users.In addition, requirements for the course were expanded to include a weekly reflection journalassignment designed to enhance both academic and civic learning outcomes in an informalsetting.Course EvaluationsOne method for assessment of the course objectives is through student evaluations of teaching.Every

Conference Session

Research on The First Year II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Odesma Dalrymple, ASU Polytechnic; David Sears, Purdue University; Demetra Evangelou, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

reassembly of its components forthe purpose of understanding the physical, technological and developmental principles of theartifact. DAA activities have been successfully utilized in engineering learning environments,and their value as pedagogical tools is primarily supported by reviews from professors andstudents3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. Enhanced understanding of engineering artifacts, exposure to the vocabularyof engineering systems, awareness of design processes, interest in learning about engineering in Page 15.533.2the future and improved ability to make connections between theoretical concepts and real-worldhardware, are some of the

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Metacognition, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation #2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Woo J. Kim, Miami University; Brielle Nikole Johnson, Miami University; Jennifer Blue, Miami University; Amy Summerville, Miami University; Brian P. Kirkmeyer, Miami University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

correlated with amotivation. However, amotivation was buffered by the intervention condition; students in the intervention condition did not have their performance affected by their amotivation. Students in the control condition still did. This work is supported by NSF grant 1540627.IntroductionThe demand for engineers in the market is increasing as technology continues to increase incomplexity. However, college students in engineering fields often experience decreases inmotivation due to loss of interest and reduced competence beliefs [1, 2], which leads to thereduced retention in an engineering major and career [3].Motivation is an important component in predicting a variety of academic outcomes such asperformance

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Metacognition, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation #1

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Abigail M. Richards, Montana State University; Ryan Anderson, Montana State University; Carrie B. Myers, Montana State University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

measures of success in engineering education. Journal of Engineering Education 100(2), 225–252.Ohland, M.W., Sheppard, S.D., Lichtenstein, G., Eris, O., Chachra, D. Layton, R.A. (2008) Persistence, engagement, and migration in engineering programs. Journal of Engineering Education. 97(3) 259-278.President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). (2012). Engage to Excel: Producing one million additional college graduates with degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Retrieved February 15, 2018 from https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/sites/default/files/microsites/ostp/pcast-engage-to- excel-final_2-25-12.pdfShin, J.E.L., Levy, S.R., London, B. Effects of role model exposure on STEM and non-STEM

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Work in Progress Postcard Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Krishna Pakala, Boise State University; Kim M. B. Tucker, Boise State University; Samantha Schauer, Boise State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #26713Work in Progress: First-Year Engineering College Students: Value Createdfrom Participating in a Living/Learning CommunityDr. Krishna Pakala, Boise State University Krishna Pakala, Ph.D., is an Clinical Associate Professor at Boise State University, Idaho. His academic research interests include innovative teaching and learning strategies, use of emerging technologies, and mobile teaching and learning strategies.Ms. Kim M. B. Tucker, Boise State University Kim Tucker is currently completing her Doctoral Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and works as the Coordinator of Residential Learning for in the Living

Conference Session

FPD4 -- Real-World Case Studies & Projects

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Yao, East Carolina University; Gene Dixon, East Carolina University; William Howard, East Carolina University; Ric Williams; Keith Williamson, East Carolina University; Geoffrey Dieck, East Carolina University; Steve McLawhorn, East Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

joining ECU, he was appointed as an Associate Research Professor at Auburn University. Williams has sixteen years of industrial experience in design, research and development and project management functions. He received his BS and MS degrees from Georgia Tech and his PhD from Auburn University. Williams is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia.Keith Williamson, East Carolina University Dr. Keith Williamson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Technology Systems at East Carolina University. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. He has received numerous awards for teaching and research. Dr. Williamson’s current research is focused on

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division: Self Efficacy

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. She obtained her Ph.D. from Texas A&M University in Educational Administration and Human Resource Development and worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher with the Institute for P-12 Engineering Research and Learning- INSPIRE at the School of Engineering Education-Purdue University. She was a recipient of the Ap- prentice Faculty Grant from the Educational Research Methods ASEE Division in 2009. She also has been an Electrical Engineering Professor for two Mexican universities. Dr. Mendoza is interested in sTEm education, socioeconomically disadvantaged students, Latino studies in engineering and computer aided/instructional technology in sTEm

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 9: Focus on Student Learning, Lifelong Learning, and the Whole Student

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stacie Edington, University of Michigan; Archie L Holmes Jr., University of Virginia; Petra Reinke, University of Virginia

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

program continues to evolve we are looking to connect the Common Reading Experienceto courses taken by our incoming students. In 2014, the book selected was Ingenious: A TrueStory of Invention, Automotive Daring and the Race to Revive America by Jason Fagone.Through contacts within the faculty at UVa-SEAS we were able to invite the author to discussthe book and answer student questions in Science Technology and Society (STS) 1500: a coursedesigned to strengthen writing and speaking skills and provide students with an introduction tothe engineering profession, engineering ethics, and the social issues of professional engineeringpractice. A complete list of book selections from 1993-2014 is provided in Appendix A1.Additional RecommendationsWe

Conference Session

FPD V: Increasing Engagement and Motivation of First-year Students

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine S. Zerda, University of Houston; Diana G. de la Rosa-Pohl, University of Houston; Stuart A. Long, University of Houston; Fritz J. Claydon, University of Houston

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

, and in this role oversees the undergraduate research programs for the entire campus. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and a registered Professional Engineer. In 2010-2011, he served as Interim Vice Chancellor/Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer.Dr. Fritz J. Claydon, University of Houston Page 25.749.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Improving Student Engagement and Outcomes in First Year Engineering Courses at a Highly Diverse Urban UniversityBackgroundThe Cullen College of Engineering at the

Conference Session

FPD XI: Tidbits and Cookies

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Thomas Tkacik, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Jae Hoon Lim, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Patricia A. Tolley P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Kimberly Warren, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

., University of North Carolina, Charlotte Patricia A. Tolley, Ph.D., P.E., is Associate Dean for undergraduate experiences in the Lee College of En- gineering at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. Her responsibilities include the introductory en- gineering and engineering technology courses, a large freshman residential learning community and peer retention program, a junior/senior multidisciplinary professional development course, student leadership academy, employer relations and industry-sponsored senior design, and ABET and SACS accreditation. Her research focuses on engineering education research using quantitative methodologies.Dr. Kimberly Warren, University of North Carolina, Charlotte Kimberly Warren is

Conference Session

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

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emma Tevaarwerk DeCosta, Northwestern University; J. Alex Birdwell, Northwestern University; Ken Gentry, Northwestern University; Richard Wayne Freeman P.E., Northwestern University; Alan R. Wolff, Northwestern University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Journal of Mathematical Educationin Science and Technology, Vol. 46, no. 1, 2015.Tyson W. Modeling engineering degree attainment using high school and college physics andcalculus course taking and achievement. Journal of Engineering Education. Vol. 100, no. 4,2011.Veenstra CP, Dey EL, and Herrin GD. A model for freshman engineering retention. Advances inEngineering Education. Winter 2009.Strayhorn TL. Modeling the determinants of college readiness for historically underrepresentedstudents at 4-year colleges and universities: a national investigation. American BehavioralScientist. Vol. 58(8), 2014.Haag, S., Hubele, N., Garcia, A., & McBeath, K. (2007). Engineering undergraduate attrition andcontributing factors. International Journal of

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Focusing on Student Success

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melissa Lynn Morris, West Virginia University; Robin A. M. Hensel, West Virginia University; Joseph Dygert, West Virginia University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #25410Why Do Students Leave? An Investigation Into Why Well-Supported Stu-dents Leave a First-Year Engineering ProgramDr. Melissa Lynn Morris, West Virginia University Melissa Morris is currently a Teaching Associate Professor for the Freshman Engineering Program, in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University (WVU). She graduated Summa cum Laude with a BSME in 2006, earned a MSME in 2008, and completed her doctorate in mechanical engineering in 2011, all from WVU. At WVU, she has previously served as the Undergraduate and Outreach Advisor for the Mechanical

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division: Retention

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Darlee Gerrard, University of Toronto; Chirag Variawa, University of Toronto

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

(science, technology, engineering and math) education, co-curricular and experiential learning, and the equity and accessibility of education.Prof. Chirag Variawa, University of Toronto Prof. Chirag Variawa is the Director, First Year Curriculum, and Assistant Professor, Teaching-stream, at the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, University of Toronto. He received his Ph.D. from the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, and his B.A.Sc. in Materials Science Engineering, both from the University of Toronto. His multidisciplinary teaching and research bring together Engi- neering Education and Industrial Engineering to identify and mitigate learning barriers for diverse student populations

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 2: Design in the First Year: Challenges and Successes

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Calabro, University of Maryland, College Park; Ayush Gupta, University of Maryland, College Park; Jackelyn Raquel Lopez Roshwalb, University of Maryland, College Park

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

 identified for improvement were in the development of new design projects with system integration requirements, applications of new technologies, and enhanced communication skills through teamwork.   At the beginning of 2006, the Dean’s office established the Clark School Keystone Academy of Distinguished Professors to recognize those educators who have made significant contributions to the undergraduate education in engineering, and to provide these faculty members with the support necessary to continue to make contributions to the undergraduate curriculum.  The mission was clear: to revive the infrastructure of freshman and sophomore engineering courses with a focus on engineering design.  To ensure the success of this new initiative, the

Conference Session

FPD 10: Teamwork

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura K Alford, University of Michigan; Robin Fowler, University of Michigan; Stephanie Sheffield, University of Michigan

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

effective: positive interdependence amongteam members, individual accountability, face-to-face “promotive” interaction (encouragement,sharing resources), social skills evidenced, and group processing. Page 24.554.2Use of collaborative learning in undergraduate engineering programsProject-based, team-based collaborative learning has increased in undergraduate engineeringeducation worldwide.7 In fact, substantial use of collaborative learning is required forundergraduate engineering programs to be accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineeringand Technology (ABET), the overseer of U.S. engineering programs.8 As mentioned,collaborative learning

Conference Session

Research on the First Year I

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Javarro Russell, James Madison University; Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University; Megan France, James Madison University; Ronald Kander, James Madison University; Robin Anderson, James Madison University; Heather Watson, James Madison University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

where he teaches and does research in the area of polymer processing, manufacturability, and rapid prototyping/tooling technologies. He received a BS in Chemical Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University in 1980, and a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware in 1987.Robin Anderson, James Madison University ROBIN ANDERSON is a professor and practitioner in Center for Assessment and Research Studies where she serves as the Associate Director. Previous to serving at James Madison University, Dr. Anderson worked with Blue Ridge Community College and the Virginia Community College System where she coordinated the System's core competency assessments. Dr. Anderson started

Conference Session

First-year Programs: Core Skills

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Anthony T. Cahill, Texas A&M University; Andrea M. Ogilvie P.E., Texas A&M University; Mark Weichold, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

affairs from The University of Texas at Austin (BS Civil Engineering, Master of Public Affairs) and Virginia Tech (MS Industrial and Systems Engineering, PhD Engineering Education).Dr. Mark Weichold P.E., Texas A&M University Dr. Mark H. Weichold, Regents Professor and Halliburton Engineering Global Programs Professor, is an electrical engineer and has worked for General Dynamics Ft. Worth Division, Motorola in Austin, TX and the U.S. Army Electronic Technology and Devices Laboratory in Ft. Monmouth, NJ. He joined the Electrical Engineering faculty at Texas A&M University in 1982 and now holds the rank of Professor. In January 2007, he became Dean and CEO of Texas A&M University’s branch campus in Doha

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Paying More Attention to Retention

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paa Kwasi Adusei, University of Cincinnati; Nora Honken, University of Cincinnati; Patricia A. Ralston, University of Louisville

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

use of technology in engineering education, the incorpo- ration of critical thinking in undergraduate engineering education, and retention of engineering students. She leads a research group whose goal is to foster active interdisciplinary research which investigates learning and motivation and whose findings will inform the development of evidence-based interventions to promote retention and student success in engineering. Her fields of technical expertise include process modeling, simulation, and process control. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Relationship Between the Number of Reasons Students Cited to Study Engineering and Their Retention and

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 5B: Work-In-Progress: 5 Minute Postcard Session II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Colin J. Reagle, George Mason University; Oscar Barton Jr., George Mason University; Kenneth S. Ball P.E., George Mason University; Sharon A. Caraballo, George Mason University; Abe Eftekhari; Rodolfo Napisa

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Eftekhari. Ph.D. in Mathematical Science, University of Texas M.S. in Nuclear Engineering, MIT. Abe Eftekhari has is presently the Dean for Mathematics, Science & Engineering at NVCC (since July 2007). He is also a Environmental/Energy consultant with Picket Consulting and On-Location. He served as the Chairperson of the Computer Science and Information Technology Department of Southeastern University (1998 - 2007). Before joining SEU, he was the Chief Scientist responsible for Research and Development Programs at Mnemonic Systems (FBI pattern recognition contracts) in Washington, DC. (1996 - 1998). He has worked as a Research Scientist at the NASA Langley Research Center while teach- ing at Hampton University as

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 8: Ways to Measure "Things" About Your Course(s)

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lilianny Virguez, Virginia Tech; Kenneth Reid, Virginia Tech; Tamara Knott, Virginia Tech

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

and could help to better understand the revision needed in thecurriculum and instruction.REFERENCES1. Reid, K. J., (2009). Development of the Student Attitudinal Success Instrument: Assessment of first year engineering students including differences by gender (Doctoral dissertation). Available from ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. (AAI 3378850)2. Reid, K. & Imbrie, P.K. (2008). Noncognitive characteristics of incoming engineering students compared to incoming engineering technology students: A preliminary examination. Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education National Conference, Pittsburgh, PA.3. Jones, B. D., Paretti, M. C., Hein, S. F., & Knott, T. W. (2010). An Analysis of

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 11: Curricular and Program Innovations

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Reeping, Ohio Northern University; Kenneth J Reid, Virginia Tech

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

), EngineeringProfession (ENPR), Math Skills and Applications (MATH), Design (DESN), Global Interest(GLIN), Professional Skills / Latent Curriculum (PROF), Academic Success (ACAD), andEngineering Specific Technology/Tools (ESTT). From here on, only the new terms will be used.Initial Use of the Classification SchemeThe Classification Scheme for First Year Engineering Courses has served as a catalyst fordiscussion on revision to existing curricula in the first year in a few American institutions. OneMidwest university in particular reported on a self-study exercise in which each section of thecourse was classified. The intent was to use the classification scheme as a tool to pinpointpotential gaps among sections of a common course.3 This exercise was performed for

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 9: Focus on Student Learning, Lifelong Learning, and the Whole Student

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela Thompson P.E., University of Louisville; Patricia A Ralston, University of Louisville

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Chair of the Department of Engineering Fundamentals at the University of Louisville. She received her B.S., MEng, and PhD degrees in chemical engineering from the University of Louisville. Dr. Ralston teaches undergraduate engineering mathematics and is currently involved in educational research on the effective use of technology in engineering education, the incorpo- ration of critical thinking in undergraduate engineering education, and retention of engineering students. She leads a research group whose goal is to foster active interdisciplinary research which investigates learning and motivation and whose findings will inform the development of evidence-based interventions to promote retention and student

Conference Session

FPD 6: Course Content and Educational Strategies

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James E. Lewis, University of Louisville; Norb Delatte P.E., Cleveland State University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #9314Implementation and Assessment of a Failure Case Study in a Multi-DisciplineFreshman Introduction to Engineering CourseDr. James E. Lewis, University of Louisville James E. Lewis, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Fundamentals at the J. B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville. His research interests include paral- lel and distributed computer systems, cryptography, engineering education, undergraduate retention and technology (Tablet PCs) used in the classroom.Dr. Norb Delatte P.E., Cleveland State University Norb Delatte is Professor and Chair of the

Conference Session

FPD VI: Presenting "All the Best" of the First-Year Programs Division

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan F. Freeman, Northeastern University; Richard Whalen, Northeastern University; Beverly K. Jaeger, Northeastern University; Stanley M. Forman, Northeastern University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

. Page 22.1286.2 • Mutual Learning: Based on mutual respect, students learn from expertise and knowledge in the community partners, as the partners can learn about engineering and technology. Deeper levels of learning can be gained as they work together and impact each other. • Analysis and Reflection: This is a key component and vital to connecting the service to the academic content, in order to really gain the most benefit. This extends from relating the academic content to the service, the implications of the social context of the work, all the way to seeing the role of engineering in society.The learning benefits are also discussed in the book by Lima. “The connection to the communitycan provide

Conference Session

The Best of First-year Programs Division

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Sydney Anne Morris, Northeastern University; Hannah Boyce, Northeastern University; Caroline Ghio, Northeastern University; Amanda Dee, Northeastern University; Alexis Pathwick-Paszyc, Northeastern University; Paul DiMilla, Northeastern University; Rachelle Reisberg, Northeastern University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Laboratory on campus where she works with lithium ion coin cells. She has completed two co-ops, where she has worked on grid-scale energy storage technologies and electrochemically medi- ated CO2 capture devices. She is an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship recipient and will begin pursuing a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Brown University this Fall.Ms. Hannah Boyce, Northeastern University Hannah Boyce is a fourth year undergraduate student pursuing a B.S. in Chemical Engineering at North- eastern University. She has been involved in the Connections Chemistry Review program for a three years, is a peer mentor, President of AIChE and Conference Chair for the 2021 AIChE Northeast Regional Con- ference. She

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 10: Paying Attention to Retention

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William John Palm IV P.E., Roger Williams University; Charles R Thomas, Roger Williams University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

Paper ID #13373Living-Learning Communities Improve First-Year Engineering Student Aca-demic Performance and Retention at a Small Private UniversityDr. William John Palm IV P.E., Roger Williams University William Palm is Assistant Professor of Engineering at Roger Williams University, where he teaches Engi- neering Graphics and Design, Computer Applications for Engineering, Machine Design, Biomechanics, and Capstone Design. Prior to joining Roger Williams, he worked as a product design engineer and con- sultant and taught at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and Boston University. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from MIT