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International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bala Maheswaran, Northeastern University

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engineeringsolutions, aligned with the SDGs and NAE Grand Challenges, contribute to sustainability. Thereport also underscores the importance of cultivating global citizenship through education, whichUNESCO identifies as crucial for achieving sustainable development goals.Addressing the urgent need for a strategic approach to globalize education without additionalresources, the report emphasizes leveraging creativity and the growing diversity of the studentbody. It details how increased international student enrollment in the U.S. enriches educationalenvironments and supports global citizenship.Furthermore, the report discusses the essential values for future engineers, including empathy,ethics, and cultural awareness, proposing strategies for integrating

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International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland

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the ability to work in or lead diverse teams. Ethical considerations arisingfrom cultural differences, understanding these differences in product design and engineeringtasks, and recognizing the interconnectedness of the global economy are also crucial. It alsoincludes exposure to international supply chain management, intellectual property, liability,business practices, and practical global experience. Finally, it encourages viewing oneself as aglobal citizen and appreciating worldwide challenges.I worried that our students hardly understood globalization or oversimplified it into ‘good’ or‘bad.’ I was sure they generally do not appreciate the profession’s role. Engineering is usingtechnology to solve problems, and engineering students often

Conference Session

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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, 2014). 1. Engineering Knowledge 2. Problem Analysis 3. Design and Development of Solutions 4. Investigation 5. Tool Usage 6. The Engineer and the World 7. Ethics 8. Individual and Collaborative Teamwork 9. Communication 10. Project Management and Finance 11. Lifelong Learning 5This PBL program is also referring to the global competence as a 21st century imperatives(National Education Association (NEA), 2010) for nurturing mindset of global citizen.It is easily expected that the major learning outcomes of this 3DDA workshop are related toEngineering Knowledge, Problem Analysis, Investigation, and Tool Usage. The question is howand how much extent other attributes could be acquired

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

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curriculum at Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan, through thelens of the Sheffield Graduate Attributes framework—a global model assessing innovationcompetencies across technical, social, and cultural dimensions. Technical attributes focus onapplying theoretical knowledge, social attributes on teamwork and communication, and culturalattributes on ethical responsibility and global problem-solving.Analysis of nine core courses reveals a pronounced emphasis on technical skills, with 78% oflearning outcomes tied to computational tools and structured problem-solving. Courses like“Mechanical Design with CAD” and “Multiphase Systems” exemplify this trend, equippingstudents to execute predefined solutions but offering few opportunities for open-ended, real

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Francisco Coronado; MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E., Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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technical proficiency; the objective is the implementation of sustainabledesigned solutions [6], [7]. However, community participation is important. The success of theproject is determined by the community’s engagement with the project and availability. There isthe need for a deep understanding of the community, its social and cultural contexts to developtrust and proper communication to achieve the desired collaboration and partnership.Complementary to the community understanding, students and faculty advisors develop aframework with high ethical standards and professionalism, which may not be applied in everycommunity [6], [8], [9]. To provide context, and a sense of purpose and clarity, students andfaculty advisors have to understand economic

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Case Studies and Trends

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Texier, LACCEI; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Laura Romero, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Libis Valdez Cervantes

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transformation and artificial intelligence 3.​ Enhancing Undergraduate Education and 5.​ Enabling regional initiatives in entrepreneurship Curriculum Improvement and innovation 4.​ Ethics and Society in Engineering Education 6.​ Entrepreneurship and innovation to overcome the 5.​ Government, Industry, and University economic and financial crisis 6.​ Management of Engineering Education 7.​ Equal rights, opportunities and spaces for women in 7.​ Online and Remote Laboratories Latin America and the Caribbean in the 8.​ Recruitment and Retention in Engineering professional field 9.​ Technology for

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Assessment and Accreditation, Globalization without Travel

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Maria Anityasari, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology - ITS; Masaomi Kimura, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Hitoshi Nakamura, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Tomoko Iwata, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Mohammad Iqbal, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology - ITS; Imam Mukhlash, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology - ITS; Faiqoh Agustin, University of Maryland, College Park

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attributes for global engineers based on Washington AccordGenerally speaking, PBL programs are also effective for acquiring Washington Accord 11 GraduateAttribute Profile (WA11GAP), which are essential requirements for future global engineers [8]. (1) Engineering Knowledge (2) Problem Analysis (3) Design/development of solutions (4) Investigation (5) Tool Usage (6) The Engineer and the World (7) Ethics (8) Individual and Collaborative Team work (9) Communication (10) Project Management and Finance (11) Lifelong learningThese 11 items comprise a comprehensive set of knowledge, skillsets, and mindsets. Because of the designflexibility, it is sufficient to incorporate these items into PBL course contents. In the case of this techno-socio PBL, this

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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individualistic norms they associate with the United States. Public infrastructure, particularly the transitsystem, was praised for its accessibility, reliability, and environmental integration, prompting several students to reflect onthe limitations of comparable systems in the U.S. Cultural observations often centered on social restraint, rule adherence,and expectations around personal conduct in public spaces, which challenged students’ assumptions about Germanformality and perceived aloofness.Sustainability emerged as a deeply embedded societal ethic, with students noting that practices such as energyconservation, water purity, recycling, and walkability were not framed as special efforts, but as integral parts of everydaylife. This led many to

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Carlos Quadrado, ISEL/IPL; ENTER; ISRC/ISEP/IPP, Portugal,; Kseniya Zaitseva, ENTER Network; Maria Isabel Doval, Universidade de Vigo; Breixo Martins-Rodal

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. Totackle them, it is essential to incorporate diverse perspectives that reflect themultifaceted nature of the world. Different cultural contexts provide the foundation fortailoring global problems into localized solutions that are both practical and sustainable.Additionally, varied life experiences bring unique insights, enriching the understandingof ethical and social challenges within engineering, thereby fostering morecomprehensive and impactful approaches to problem-solving.Diversity is an absolute necessity for the industry, as it drives innovation, fosterscreativity, and enhances problem-solving by bringing together a wide range ofperspectives and experiences (Direito et al., 2021; Leever, 2020; Jones et al., 2020).Engineering solutions

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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Paper ID #45818Coming to America and Helping Communities: Stories from Women in AcademiaDr. Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder Angela Bielefeldt is a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) and Director for the Engineering Education Program. She conducts research related to engineering ethics, sustainability, social responsibility, and community engagement. Bielefeldt is a Fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education and a licensed P.E. in Colorado. ©American Society for Engineering

Conference Session

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mudasser Fraz Wyne, National University

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willbenefit the host institution the most. This means that the applicant needs to get involved indiscussion and negotiation about the visit dates so that the visit is beneficial for the host institution.It is always beneficial if you have any prior contact and understanding with the Dean and/orDepartment chair of the host institution, if they are familiar with your work, work ethic, andcapabilities then agreeing on the visit dates, and project details is easy step and can be veryproductive. This initial contact can also help you discuss specific activities that you might beinterested in conducting during your visit to the host institution. In your application, you need to explain how relevant or beneficial your work will be for thehost institution

Conference Session

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

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Todd Nicewonger, Virginia Tech ; Shea Fitzgerald Hagy, Chalmers University of Technology; Catarina Östlund

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. Instructors must balance the educational objectives of their programs withthe needs of the communities they serve while also considering equity issues when distributingresponsibilities among diverse student design teams. Interestingly, the instructors involved in thisresearch project have long been concerned about the ethical considerations surrounding thesustainability of course projects.In the early 2000s, instructors received external funding to establish a joint course collaborationwith a local university in Kenya. However, once the funding ended, it became impossible tosustain the partnership. In 2020, just before the pandemic began, a new partnership was formedwithout funding in order to explore ways to integrate students from a Kenyan

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Case Studies and Trends

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathan M. Kathir P.E., George Mason University; Colleen Fitzpatrick Berg, George Mason University; Shaghayegh Bagheri, George Mason University

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, safety,and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.” StudentOutcome 4 requires “an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities inengineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact ofengineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.” Attainment ofthese two outcomes were usually included and assessed as part of our ME curriculum in variouscourses. One advantage gained by our students working in the six collaborative capstone projectsis that that they experienced these attributes first hand and are better prepared to enter thepractice of engineering after graduation. Further, these students are prepared to work for multi

Conference Session

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brad Putman, Bucknell University; Khaled A. Al-Sahili, An-Najah National University; Alia Gilbrecht, An-Najah National University; Karen Bunch Franklin; Shilpa Girish, Clemson University; Fabricio Leiva; Abdelhaleem Khader, An-Najah National University

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student learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, and 5 [1]. These student outcomes focus on engineeringdesign solutions with consideration of global, cultural, environmental and social factors;communicating effectively; recognizing ethical and professional responsibilities; and the abilityto function effectively on a team.Endorsed by the National Academy of Engineering, the Grand Challenges Scholars Program(GCSP) [2], includes five competencies that engineers need to be able to tackle the wickedproblems facing our society including the 14 Grand Challenges of Engineering (NAE) and the 17UN Sustainable Development Goals. These five GCSP competencies are: Talent Competency,Multidisciplinary Competency, Viable Business/Entrepreneurship Competency

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Assessment and Accreditation, Globalization without Travel

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley J. Putman, Bucknell University; Khaled A. Al-Sahili, An-Najah National University; Abdelhaleem Khader, An-Najah National University; Alia Gilbrecht, An-Najah National University

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engineering, science, and mathematics SO 2: an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors SO 3: an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences SO 4: an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts SO 5: an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive

Conference Session

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Schneider, University of Dayton; Corinne Mowrey, University of Dayton; Eric Janz P.E., University of Dayton; Erick S. Vasquez, University of Dayton; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Matthew A. Witenstein, University of Dayton; Jeanne Holcomb, University of Dayton

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institutionsbetween 2015 and 2019. Over 4,000 students who have completed the survey in either a pre,post, or pre and post test manner. This tool has been demonstrated to provide adequate reliabilitywithin various university programs to ensure valid results within this research program.The Global Engineering Competency Scale (GECS) is a framework developed by Jesiek [35]that highlights required skills for engineers globally. The GECS is broken down into cognitiveand behavioral categories. Questions within these categories focus on technical, teamwork andcommunication, business, ethics and professional practice, and leadership.Within the context of the identified global engagement interventions, it is important to evaluatethe growth in each student’s global

Conference Session

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xiaping Li, University of Michigan; Cynthia J. Finelli, University of Michigan

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the Journal of Engineering Education, and associate editor for IEEE Transactions on Education. Dr. Finelli studies the academic success of students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), social justice attitudes in engineering, and faculty adoption of evidence-based teaching practices. She also led a project to develop a taxonomy for the field of engineering education research, and she was part of a team that studied ethical decision-making in engineering students. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 WIP: Understanding How International Graduate Students in Engineering Fit into American Culture through the Lens of Gender Pronouns: A Pilot StudyAbstractInternational

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jorge Ivan Rodriguez-Devora, University of Georgia; David Emory Stooksbury, University of Georgia; John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia; Sonia J Garcia, University of Georgia; Animesh Paul, University of Georgia; Deborah Moyaki, University of Georgia

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perhaps expected because the course hasa different structure compared to traditional engineering courses. For most students, this wastheir first or second design-heavy course; thus, learning to define the problem and develop adesign project was demanding. The concept of "People" was highlighted as an opportunity forstudents to enhance their work ethic by collaborating with a diverse international team. Thischallenge allowed individuals to adapt to different leadership styles and work dynamically withothers.Figure 4. How were you challenged in this bilingual, international engineering course?The fourth prompt in the video was asking the students if they would recommend this courseto other students (Figure 4). They all responded yes, with many

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jack Nelson; Katherine Cheh; Akshat Garg; Atin Dewan, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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these skills, they have yet tofully adopt or integrate them into their professional practice. In addition, the lack of specific,actionable plans for skill acquisition reflects a gap between awareness and action. While studentsacknowledged the need for continuous improvement in ICC, they did not consistently providedetailed strategies for how they would develop these competencies further. This is particularlyimportant in engineering, where the ability to engage effectively with diverse perspectives isessential for designing solutions that are culturally relevant and ethically sound.Providing students with more guidance on creating actionable development plans could helpbridge this gap and ensure that they are well-prepared to apply ICC skills in

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sandra Jennina Sanchez, Florida International University; MILTON JANUARIO RUEDA, Ean University; Douglas Lee Robertson, Florida International University; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University

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their responses, ensuring ethical data collectionpractices. This study is particularly timely given the increasing global focus on sustainability andthe urgent need to equip future engineers with the necessary knowledge and skills to addresscomplex environmental and social challenges.The instrumentSulitest is a globally accessible online platform designed for the enhancement and evaluation ofSustainability Literacy (SL). Sulitest assesses sustainability knowledge among engineeringstudents at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Prior studies have determined theinstrument’s reliability, yielding a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.79 [13], a value considered acceptablefor demonstrating internal consistency in social research [14]. The

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hans M Tritico, University of Mount Union; Chad S. Korach, University of Mount Union

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presented as an in-class activity during one of the 65-minute lectureperiods. There are usually two sections of the class offered every year with between 15 and 25students per section. In addition to these two economics-oriented modules, in-class activities ontopics of global engineering ethics, culture, DEIB and mental health issues while traveling, likelyexperiences in other cultures, and appropriate technology are included. Because lecture onlyhappens once per week and the class covers a wide range of topics, each topic is intended to bean introduction to the material. Students who are interested in any of the topics are encouraged toseek out additional courses or minors in the area of interest. The following modules are thereforeintended to

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebeca Petean, Society of Women Engineers; Roberta Rincon, Society of Women Engineers

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ethical researchprotocols, the researchers employed a multifaceted approach to ensure the transparency of thefindings presented in this study. This included utilizing well-validated measures throughout thestudy to enhance reliability and conducting inter-rater reliability checks to guaranteeconsistency in data collection. To further strengthen the validity of their conclusions, the studyincorporated triangulated data from multiple sources, including one-on-one interviews and athorough review of relevant academic scholarly journals.Results The following four themes emerged from the data analyses and in-depth case studyinterviews.  First, institutional support and leadership commitment via female STEMmentorship programs appear to be pivotal factors

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allison Godwin, Cornell University; Michaela Pollock, University College London; John Mitchell, University College London; Alexandra Werth, Cornell University

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in prominence. funding grants. Accreditation ABET accreditation focuses on defined UK accreditation bodies (e.g., student outcomes, including teamwork, Engineering Council, IET, IChemE) communication, and problem-solving. emphasize evidence-based assessment of Programs must demonstrate continuous learning outcomes covering technical, improvement. practical and professional skills. Professional Skills Communication, leadership, ethics, and Integrated Engineering Program at UCL for Engineers focus entrepreneurship all emphasized across focuses on project

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maimuna Begum Kali, Florida International University; Debalina Maitra, Arizona State University; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl; Lilianny Virguez, University of Florida

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students, with a particular focus on their hidden identity, mental health, and wellbeing. Her work aims to enhance inclusivity and diversity in engineering education, contributing to the larger body of research in the field.Debalina Maitra, Arizona State University Debalina Maitra is a Post-doctoral Research Associate at ASU. Prior to her current role, Debalina Maitra was employed by CAFECS (Chicago Alliance for Equity in Computer Science), a NSF-funded Research Practice Partnership, for almost two years. She complDr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl Dr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri is an Engineering Educator and People Research Scientist. She employs innovative and ethical mixed-methods research approaches to uncover insights about

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International Division (INTL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xinfeng Quan, Westlake University; Jing Wang

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Conference Session

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Texier; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University

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, and representatives from universities, research centers, civilsociety, and the private sector met to formulate a declaration and action plan to build consensus aroundpolicies, projects, and other solutions focused on governance, regulatory, and institutional frameworks forthe safe, trustworthy, and ethical development of AI in the Americas.Using the results of the commissioned foresight study, LACCEI identified its initial area of ​focus assemiconductor and chip materials, design, and manufacturing, considering it strategic for security andeconomy in the Americas. In 2022, the United States enacted the CHIPS and Science Act [22], with $280billion in funding to support domestic research, manufacturing, and workforce development in this

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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