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International Division (INTL) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zhang, Zhejiang University; Shuai Wang; Weijia Zhang, Zhejiang University

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theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. This scenario integrates daily experiences, students' interests, and professional aspirations into the learning process.b. The authenticity of the social scenario reflects the complexities and interpersonal interactions students will face in real-world challenges. It emphasizes solving open-ended, interdisciplinary problems, thus mirroring the social dynamics of professional environments.c. The authenticity of the physical scenario ensures that students have access to professional equipment and tools used in actual engineering projects, as well as ample space for practical activities.By introducing real engineering scenarios into the curriculum, an interdisciplinary

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pingchien Neo, University of Florida; Elliot P. Douglas, University of Florida

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7 Foreign language and international study 7 Engineering 6 Health professions 6 Communications and journalism 5Engineering students face competing priorities and challenges, such as curriculum rigor,compatibility, apathy, perception of the value of international education, and an emphasis inengineering education on practical work experience, that can hinder participation in study abroad[12], [13]. High impact practices in international education such as internships, co-ops, andtechnical research conducted abroad has been shown to have the most significant influence onenhancing global

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #2: Global Engagement

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seth D. Mallett, Metropolitan State University of Denver; Jeno Balogh Ph.D., Metropolitan State University of Denver; Marcus Juby, University of Pécs, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology ; Zoltan Orban, University of Pecs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology

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approaches for dealing with them. The case studies in this course will helpstudents understand the needs of different stakeholders and create a list of priorities that willenable them to achieve project goals in practice. The course will also cover the integrated designprocess (IDP), which is a specific tool and approach for holistic and systemic design thinking.For the success of a complex, sustainable built environment project, which could involvehundreds or even thousands of actors, it is necessary to have a clear understanding of the marketin which the designer is operating. Therefore, the course will address questions such as "Whatare the goals and interests of different stakeholders?”, "What is the role of an IDP coordinator?","How do you

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Loay Al-Zube, University of Mount Union

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Knowledge with Essential Business Skills 4. Building Effective Leaders and CommunicatorsThe second pillar, nurturing global engineering competence, is of particular relevance to our courseand field experience. Through required international engineering field experiences like the onedescribed in our manuscript, students gain firsthand exposure to diverse cultures, engineeringpractices, and global challenges. This experience is integral to their development as well-roundedengineers capable of addressing complex, real-world problems in an increasingly interconnectedworld. Our course has been designed to align closely with the goals of the School of Engineering,ensuring that students not only receive a rigorous technical education but also develop

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

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mariza Tsakalerou, Nazarbayev University; John Israilidis, University of Sheffield; Yerdaulet Kumisbek, Nazarbayev University

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part.While short-term gains were notable, sustained creative development requires iterative feedbackand long-term curriculum integration. These findings reinforce the need for structured, experientiallearning in engineering education. By embedding targeted interventions into core courses,institutions can cultivate graduates who are both technically proficient and capable of creativeproblem-solving, aligning with Kazakhstan’s national innovation goals.Practical recommendations and conclusionsThe findings of this study highlight the critical role of creativity-focused interventions in preparingengineering graduates for evolving industry demands. As Kazakhstan transitions toward aninnovation-driven economy—evidenced by its rise to 78th in the Global

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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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caps [31].US: • Industry Partnerships Present but Less Integrated: Industry partnerships exist, but internships are often less formally integrated into the curriculum. • Higher Tuition Fees and Varied Funding Sources: Tuition fees in the US are generally higher than in the UK, and students often rely on a combination of scholarships, grants, loans, and personal savings to fund their education. • Less Reliance on International Students: International students represent a smaller proportion of the student population in the US and contribute less significantly to university funding [32].University Reputation and TraditionUniversity reputation and tradition play a significant role in shaping the

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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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leading the internationalization of SIT and its partner universities throughout the Southeast Asian region. Under his initiatives, various short-term mobility programs and student exchanges have been started. He is also Chair of the Mobility Special Interest Group of Asia Technological University Network (ATU-Net) and initiated a COIL program called Virtual Asia Exploration (VAx) by orchestrating the collaboration of six Asian universities. He is also an entrepreneur through his consulting company established in 2004, and has been rendering management consultation services to both small-medium size companies and multi-national enterprises such as global strategy planning, cross-border business entry, middle manager

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jamie R Gurganus, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Yashin Brijmohan, Utah State University; Lani McGuire, The Ohio State University; Michael M. Malschützky, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, University of Applied Sciences, Germany; Anderson Harayashiki Moreira, Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia; Albertino Arteiro, University of Porto; Andrea Schwandt, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg; Joao Santos; Joyce Zampirolli Scrivano; Steven McAlpine, University of Maryland Baltimore County

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communities at every level—from P–12 to post-graduate studies. Her work spans engineering identity and mindsets, global and entrepreneurial competencies, failure culture, first-year experiences in engineering, capstone design thinking, and the integration of service and authentic learning into the classroom and developing future faculty. In addition, she is committed to implementing innovative instructional methodologies and optimizing design through both traditional and non-traditional manufacturing techniques.Dr. Yashin Brijmohan, Utah State University Yashin Brijmohan is a registered professional engineer and Assistant Professor Engineering Education at Utah State University. He is also an Executive committee member of

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session #5: Best Practices

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alyson Grace Eggleston, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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problem-solvers.The demand for the engineering mindset to grow and develop as problem-solvers, requiresadditional skills such as entrepreneurship, leadership, and communications. Engineeringentrepreneurship and engineering leadership programs have proliferated in recent years. Despitethis, there is less emphasis on communication skills and intercultural competence, which areessential for many additional skills. Approaches to STEM curriculum design in Asia includeimplementing intercultural awareness and communication competencies, as the relationshipbetween employability and professional skills is well studied, adapted, and implementable.This paper proposes a process for building an engineering-focused communications course thatcan be tailored and

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Joseph Tunno, Penn State University; Lori Miraldi, Pennsylvania State University; Stephanie Cutler, Pennsylvania State University

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program enjoyed an itinerary thatincorporated cultural immersion though site visits, insights into the historical and contemporarycontext, as well as intentional interactions with locals and students from the region. An emphasison traditions, the gastronomic ecosystem, intercultural communication, and aspects of the localeconomy were part of the curriculum. These cultural elements were integrated into a robusttechnical presentation course designed for engineering students.The approach to fostering the global awareness, global understanding, and the ability toeffectively apply intercultural knowledge [3] that embodies global competence had been to 1)offer a pre-departure course and 2) include a faculty member with regional expertise on thetravel

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session #2: Global Engagement

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meredith Blumthal, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Gretchen M. Forman, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Juliana Roznowski; Hannah Dougherty, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ernest-John Ignacio, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Molly H Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Brian Woodard, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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aerodynamics of swept-wing aircraft. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Focus Study of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Engineering Projects1. Introduction Engineers, and engineering educators, must continue to innovate in an increasingly globalenvironment. As a result of the pandemic, engineering curriculum has grown to include effectiveworking methods across global communities rather than only including the fundamentaltechnical skills. The pandemic nurtured online methods for collaboration on global learning,which is “a process that prepares students for active global citizenship by involving them incollaborative global problem-solving as a

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sushil Acharya, Robert Morris University; Jennifer Creamer, Robert Morris University

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acres about 20 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. In 2002, following approval by thestate Department of Education, the college became Robert Morris University. From a School ofAccountancy with 26 students, Robert Morris University has grown to an enrollment of over3,400 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. Robert Morris University’s mission is tobe the gateway to engaged, productive, and successful careers and lives. True to its heritage ofprofessional education and applied instruction, Robert Morris University builds knowledge,skills, and citizenship and prepares students to lead with integrity and compassion in a diverseand rapidly changing world. Robert Morris University is a nationally ranked university thatcombines academic

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joanna G Burchfield, University of South Florida; Jamie Chilton, University of South Florida

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(Cushner & Mahon, 2002; Petersdotter, Niehoff, & Freund, 2017)and tolerance for ambiguity (Dewaele & Wei, 2013). Students gain greater intercultural awareness (Anderson et al., 2006)and an openness to the perspectives of others, ultimately becoming more systems-thinking engineers who recognize theirrole as global citizens (Clarke et al., 2009).Despite the growing emphasis on study abroad programs in engineering education, engineering students have historicallybeen underrepresented in these programs (Davis & Knight, 2018). Engineering students demonstrate lower participationlevels in study abroad programs due to several common challenges specific to engineering students. First, engineeringprograms often have a rigorous curriculum

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Schibelius, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Tahsin Mahmud Chowdhury, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Andrea L. Schuman, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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balance an understanding ofboth the technical context with consideration for the social, contextual, and cultural influence onengineering, especially since different countries have different approaches to problem-solving,collaboration, and communication [2]. One way of integrating global competency learning intothe engineering curriculum is through study abroad programs [3]. These programs range induration such as two-week or summer-long time frames and focus on context, country, andlanguage-learning components. However, one of the main barriers for these programs isaccessibility and the lack of flexibility in engineering curricula. Hence, some programs offershort international experiences during the summer to allow students to participate

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International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland

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engineering and society. In parallel, I want to help my studentsprepare for a globalized world and to start with a mindset that it isn’t necessarily good or bad; itjust is. Since it exists, what can we do with it? This project uses globalization as a tool in theengineering classroom to help engineering students concretize globalization by exploring itsinertia, its pros and cons, and how to prepare to be an engineer in a globalized world.University of Portland (UP) is a primarily undergraduate and comprehensive institution with fourschools (engineering, business, education, and nursing) and one college (sciences, socialsciences, and humanities). The academic experience combines a liberal arts core curriculum, theCatholic Intellectual Tradition, and

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #6: World-class STEM Leader

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lauren Mottel; Lauren Shipp; Menansili Abraham Mejooli; Ghodeejah Higgins; Maleshigo Mabye; Hannah Christine Watkins; Kimberly L. Bothi; Kathryn Alexa Jackson; Julie Carol Karand, University of Delaware

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). Throughout her engineering career, she has tried to integrate global engineering into her work. Most recently, she spent the final year of her PhD at the University of Cape Town, integrating her benchtop cardiovascular research into computational models. In 2018-2019, she spent a year living and working in Tanzania, in East Africa through the Fulbright US Scholar program, teaching and conducting clinical research. Now at UD, her scholarship work includes embedding global engineering opportunities into the engineering curriculum through study abroad programs, new courses, serving as an advisor for UD’s Engineers Without Borders, and hosting global design workshops. ©American Society for Engineering

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

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael D. Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; John Albert Avila Sr., Texas A&M University; Karen L. Butler-Purry, P.E., Texas A&M University; Shannon Walton, Texas A&M University; Ahmarlay Myint, Texas A&M University; Maria Claudia Alves, Texas A&M University; John Walewski, Texas A&M University; Zenon Medina Cetina; Kim Withers; Keisha D. Bahr, Texas A&M University; Sasha Sentz; Barbara Szczerbinska, Texas A&M University

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MentorProgram [20, 23].IRAP/ELCIR includes course credit. Each participant must register for a research elective whichis conducted as an independent study course [14, 15, 20]. The elective can be taken for up to fourhours of credit [20, 24], although one hour is the typical load for an IRAP participant [14, 15].The course curriculum is adapted specifically to the IRAP process and spans three semesters,spring, summer and fall.IRAP/ELCIR’s spring activities are an “orientation and training workshop” [20]. These arefollowed in the summer by a “two-week trip to Yucatan in Mexico, where students take a classon introduction to research, visit research sites and tour cultural areas of Yucatan, includingUxmal, Chichen Itza, the cenotes and the Mundo Maya

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jose Texier, LACCEI; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Laura Romero, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Charles Anders Bazile, Florida Atlantic University; Jose Carlos Quadrado, Instituto Superior De Engenharia De Lisboa

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services or plugins to comply with thehighest levels of privacy standards. The online form uses Netlify/NodeJS for the backend,and Firebase as its database to integrate with ENTER's secure current system. The softwaredesign of the simulation uses an object-oriented approach and follows security practices toavoid common vulnerabilities.ConclusionsThe ENTER simulation tool can inform the user whether they would qualify to beregistered as a Professional Engineering Educator in the ENTER registry and estimate thelevel of professional achievement they can document (Educator – 1, Effective Educator – 2,Outcomes-based Educator – 3, Scholarly Educator – 4, Education Researcher – 5, or SeniorEducation Researcher - 6). This simulation tool is in the process