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Attracting Young Minds: Part I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert W. Whalin, Jackson State University; Qing Pang, Jackson State University

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Minorities in Engineering

). He has authored/co-authored over a hundred technical papers and reports during his career in private industry, government and academia. His current research interests are nearshore wave transformations, coastal structures, tsunami inundation, hurricane surges, high performance computing, and engineering education.Qing Pang, Jackson State University Ms Qing Pang is Research Associate in the Department of Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science, Engineering & Technology, Jackson State University. She earned her MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2000. She worked for several private companies before joining Jackson State University in 2007

Conference Session

Engaging Minority Pre-College and Transfer Students in Engineering

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sandra Loree Dika, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Miguel A. Pando, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Brett Tempest, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

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Minorities in Engineering

). Thesample included 252 first-year engineering students who completed an online questionnaireduring their first week of studies at a four-year urban research university. Statistically significantgroup differences were found for perceived likelihood of experiencing financial and socialsupport barriers, as well as number of pre-college interactions with adults who recommendedengineering as a college career. The findings are useful to engineering education professionalsinvolved with first year orientation experiences, and further current understanding about pre-college experiences that are linked to engineering enrollment.IntroductionOne of the most significant challenges facing engineering education is the chronic problem ofinclusion and retention of

Conference Session

Focus on African-American and Hispanic Engineering Students’ Professional and Academic Development

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Olgha Bassam Qaqish, North Carolina State University

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Minorities in Engineering

of thinking and learning styles, and beinga fully responsible individual rather than someone with the victim mentality mindset.Substantial empirical educational research points to common intrinsic motivational factors andbarriers for AAM students in community colleges to include: community involvement, curiosity,challenge, and social interactions20.AAM students need to establish a set of personal, academic, and career goals to guide theireducational journeys in CCs. These long- and short-term goals will ensure the students’commitment to obtaining their degrees and will motivate them to persist and ultimately succeedin their academic degrees21.AAM students enter colleges unaware of expectations of academic culture21. They are

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catalina Cortázar, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile; Isabel Hilliger, Pontificia Universidad Catholica de Chile

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

gender in the scientific careers in Chile, it is observed that thepercentage of women enrolled to study careers related to the sciences and technology is only23.7% [11], so it is important to analyze the experience of this subgroup.Concerning the admission process, the indicators that lead to admission in Chilean Universitiesare high-school grades and a Standardized University Admission test known as PSU (UniversitySelection Test). Because of disparities in test preparation between students from high- and low-income background the system has historically privileged the entry of upper-class students to theuniversity system [12], [13]. Consequently, the school of engineering has implemented analternative admission program to ensure the inclusion

Conference Session

Learning Needs and Educational Success

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen Crosby, Southern University; Samuel Ibekwe, Southern University; Guoqiang Li, Southern University; Su-Seng Pang, Louisiana State University-Baton Rouge; Kun Lian, Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD)

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Minorities in Engineering

increasing surface area.4Education and TrainingIn addition to technical research, education and human resource development is another impacttask in which, better educational opportunities, and exposure to cutting edge researchtechnologies has been emphasized for minority students that are planning to earn an engineering Page 12.1492.6or science undergraduate or graduate degrees. Through this project, the research experience ofminority students is being improved so that they can reach their full academic potential andcompete successfully for the available high technology oriented career opportunities. Themotivation here is to (a) develop a “research

Conference Session

Foster Excellence

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Goang-Shin Liaw, Alabama A&M University; Pabitra Saha, Alabama A&M University; James Foreman, Alabama A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

, April 2007) (All, October 2007) (October 2007) (October 2007) Figure 1: A Comparison of AAMU, Alabama, and National FE Exam Pass RatesAn impact of the low pass rate of the FE exam is the depiction of poor performance by ourstudents. It not only affects their career development but also compromises the program'scredibility. The consequence of this weakness was reflected during our most recent ABETevaluation. As a result, finding ways to improve the pass rate has become a major issue.3. Actions TakenTo correct any misconceptions amongst our students and to stimulate their awareness of theimportance of engineering licensure in their profession, the faculty of the department has beenundertaking a series of actions

Conference Session

Marketing Engineering to Minority Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qiang Le, Hampton University; Chetan Sankar, Auburn University; P.K. Raju, Auburn University

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Minorities in Engineering

, students learned that the more technical information regarding “reverberation rate” they can find and understand, the better chance they can win. In the Lorn Textiles case study, students learned that understanding the legal statues in a particular state is the key issue. Thus, these case studies teach students on how to prepare themselves for their future careers as engineers and business persons. • Given such a short time period (one and a half weeks) for them to do the research on the case studies, students’ attitudes towards Engineering almost remained the same Page

Conference Session

New Research on Retention of URM Groups in STEM

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fredericka Brown, University of Texas, Tyler; Kristian Trampus, University of Texas, Tyler; Michael Odell, University of Texas, Tyler

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Minorities in Engineering

only is the social equality of minorities and women at stake, the quality of theUnited States technical labor force is also in danger. One way to increase the technical pool andattract women and minorities to technical careers is to “change the conversation” [5] and focus onpromoting understanding of engineering and technology literacy to the public.Even with increased efforts nationwide to recruit minorities in STEM, there seems to be a missingpiece. Research shows that minority attrition in STEM is primarily due to a hostile, isolationistenvironment [6] due to the attitudes and perceptions of their peers. While numerous studies onminority students and why they fail to achieve degrees in STEM focus on the students’characteristics, less

Conference Session

Innovative Methods to Teach Engineering to URMs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fred Bonner, Texas A&M University; Felecia Nave, Prairie View A&M University; Sherri Frizell, Prairie View A&M University; Carmen Villa, Texas A&M University; Helene Cook, Texas A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

as a factor thathelps him persevere through his program: That’s when that self-motivation comes you just got to keep going so that one day I can graduate and get a good job. You know take everything I learned and apply it to my career and my life and my family. An additional example of self-motivation playing a role in the success of these studentscan also be seen from another student’s comment. He described self-motivation as …self-motivation it comes together and you know it’s important so you give it your all so you can do your best in it. So that’s what helped me through.Another internal motivational factor that students attributed to their success was having apassion for what they did. It was noted in the

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John D. Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Angelo J. Perna, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Linda S Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

greaterattention has been given to studies of attitudes toward engineering and knowledge of engineeringand engineering careers in an effort to steer more students into undergraduate engineeringprograms7-10. The factors that influence student choice of attending college, career path andattitudes toward engineering have also been studied11-12. However, few recent studies have beenfound regarding factors that impact the decisions of undergraduate engineering students topursue or not pursue graduate studies.Even students who intend to complete a Masters degree must consider many factors. Butcompleting a Ph.D. also requires extensive research skills including statistical data analysiswhich are not usually emphasized in undergraduate degree programs. Recent

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Darryl Dickerson, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Tasha Zephirin, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). National data suggests that an urgent, sustained,comprehensive, intensive, coordinated, and informed national effort is necessary to increasesuccess of underrepresented minorities (URMs) in STEM [2]. URM is the classification given tothe following groups: African American, Hispanic American or Latino, Native American, NativeHawaiian or Pacific Islander. In the US, these groups comprise 31.1% of the population [3], yetthey are only 17.4% of the student population pursuing engineering degrees [4]. In general, the successful pathway to a career in STEM typically requires “the acquisitionof knowledge, skills, and habits of mind; opportunities to put these into practice; a developingsense of

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenni Buckley, University of Delaware; Marcos Miranda, Ohio State University ; Amy Trauth, University of Delaware; Marianne T. Johnson, University of Delaware; Michael L. Vaughan, University of Delaware; Tasha Zephirin, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Darryl Dickerson, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Rachel A. Davidson, University of Delaware

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

program includes up to 40 participants, rising juniors or seniors at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), who have interest in pursu- ing STEM disciplines at the graduate-level. Annually, Dean Vaughan supervises direction of the 4-week FAME/UD Summer Residential Program for 30-35 high school students, the RISE Summer Enrichment Program for incoming engineering freshmen and, in the past, the HEARD (Higher Education Awareness Response in Delaware) Project, a college awareness program, funded by the Department of Education through Philadelphia GEAR UP for College Network. Globally in the College, he manages academic programs and policies that impact the careers of all engineering students at both the

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eduardo Santillan-Jimenez, University of Kentucky; Sarah Hodges, University of Kentucky; Alejandro Gerardo Villasante-Tezanos, University of Kentucky; Robert Theakston MS

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

Paper ID #25264Broadening Participation in Engineering through a Research Center-basedMentoring Program (Research)Dr. Eduardo Santillan-Jimenez, University of Kentucky Dr. Eduardo Santillan-Jimenez is the director of a mentoring program based at the University of Ken- tucky Center for Applied Energy Research (UK CAER) – and funded by the Broadening Participation in Engineering program of the National Science Foundation – designed to increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans graduating with engineering degrees and pursuing academic careers. Originally from Mexico, Dr. Santillan-Jimenez joined

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session - Development Opportunities for Diverse Engineering Students

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenni Buckley, University of Delaware; Amy Trauth, University of Delaware; Manuela Restrepo Parra; Laura Meszaros Dearolf, The Perry Initiative ; Lisa L Lattanza MD

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering, Women in Engineering

surgery after attending MSOP program𝛽0123 Percentage MSOP alumnae who are 57% 67% [8] “Very Interested” in pursuing orthopaedic surgery a priori the program 𝛼323 Percentage POP alumnae who matriculate 93% 93% [8] to 4-year college and major in STEM 𝛽323 Percentage POP alumnae who intend to 56% 56% [8] attend medical school 𝛾323 Percentage POP alumnae who are “Very 23% 13% [8] Interested” in pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery We used our mathematical model (see Equations 1-4) to conduct two unique simulationsaddressing critical issues

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Lili Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

recruitmore female students to the STEM fields by showing them the emerging and multidisciplinaryaspects.Our collaboration with the local high school started in Fall 2014 by offering their students a year-long robotics workshop. Our objective is to utilize the robotics workshop to introduce STEMconcepts to high school students, and encourage them to be interested in an engineering andscience career. A sequence of workshop topics were given to introduce the fundamentals ofrobotics science and the basic components of a robotics system, including hardware, software,programming, sensors, and control. The students would gain intensive experience working withthe robots. In addition to introducing the fundamentals, we planned to prepare the students withthe

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cherish C. Vance, Texas A&M University; Bria Perkins, Texas A&M University; Jaida Bannister; Janie M. Moore, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

introductory Engineering courses.Jaida Bannister, Jaida Bannister is a third year undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Biological and Agricultural Engineering at Texas A&M University. She is interested in pursuing a career in food engineering or natural resources.Dr. Janie M. Moore, Texas A&M University Dr. Janie McClurkin Moore is an Assistant Professor in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department at Texas A&M University in College Station. A native of Columbus, Ohio, she attended North Carolina A&T State University where she received a B.S. in Bio Environmental Engineering in 2006. She then began pursuing her graduate education at Purdue University in the Agricultural and Biological

Conference Session

Learning Needs and Educational Success

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sheree Watson, Montana State University; Heidi Sherick, Montana State University; Carolyn Plumb, Montana State University

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Minorities in Engineering

pre-entry academic preparation ofAmerican Indian students who want to study engineering, (2) Help shape theengineering, engineering technology, and computer science workforce byincreasing the number of American Indian students graduating from the Collegeof Engineering, and (3) Improve access to quality engineering and technology torural and underserved populations by returning highly educated professionals tothese communities. Objectives relating to these goals include increasingawareness of career opportunities in engineering and increasing awareness of thecontribution that engineering makes to quality of life.We have developed many different ways to reach our goals and objectives,including a new approach we piloted spring 2006: a service

Conference Session

Research Infrastructure in STEM Disciplines

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Cady, National Academy of Engineering; Norman Fortenberry, National Academy of Engineering

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Minorities in Engineering

provided by the National Science Foundationunder grant REC-0643048.Bibliography1. Martin, C.D., & Pearson, W., 2005, Broadening Participation through a Comprehensive, Integrated System: Final Report on an NSF Workshop "Pathways to STEM Careers: Preparing the STEM Workforce for the 21st Century", National Science Foundation2. Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering, 2004, Broadening Participation in America's Science and Engineering Workforce: Executive Summary, Committee on Equal Opportunities in Page 12.271.9 Science and Engineering, National Science Foundation3. Policy

Conference Session

Beyond the Classroom: Summer and Scholarship Programs to Engage Minorities

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey W. Fergus, Auburn University; Shirley A Scott-Harris, Auburn University

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Minorities in Engineering

isolation a young person feels when in a large, unfamiliar city for the first time. As Stromei11noted, providing students with a mentor at both school and work increases the likelihood ofsuccess at both locations and contributes to a smooth transition to the postsecondary environmentand eventually to the workplace.An Academic Resource Library, which includes a collection of books, video tapes, textbooks,software, and periodicals, is available for students’ use during their academic career. The libraryalso accommodates a computer bank of old test files to aid students in preparing for exams.Students often use the resource materials in areas where software programs, tutorials, or learninggroups are deficient. Another facet of the library is the

Conference Session

Summer and Cohort Programs for Minorities: Student Success

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert W. Whalin, Jackson State University; Qing Pang, Jackson State University

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Minorities in Engineering

(1985-1998; Vicksburg, MS). He has authored/co-authored over a hundred technical papers and reports during his career in private industry, government and academia. His current research interests are nearshore wave transformations, coastal structures, tsunami inundation, hurricane surges, high performance computing, and engineering education.Ms. Qing Pang, Jackson State University Qing Pang, Instructor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Science, Engi- neering and Technology, Jackson State University. Page 24.475.1 c American Society for Engineering

Conference Session

Build Diversity in Engineering Graduate Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen G. Villa, Texas A&M University; Felecia M. Nave, Prairie View A&M University; Sherri S. Frizell, Prairie View A&M University; Mary V. Alfred, Texas A&M University; Fred Arthur Bonner II, Texas A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

, participates in various speaking engagements and demon- strations, and encouraging K-12 students to pursue careers in STEM fields. .Sherri S. Frizell, Prairie View A&M University Sherri S. Frizell is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Prairie View A&M University. Her research interests include educational technology, social computing, women issues in engineering, and gifted and talented African-Americans in STEM.Mary V Alfred, Texas A&M University Mary Alfred is Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Associate Professor of Adult Education and Human Resource Development. She researches and publishes in the area of teaching and learning among diverse populations.Dr. Fred Arthur Bonner II

Conference Session

Broadening Participation of Minority Students in and with K-12 Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Caridad Cruz, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla; Rocio C. Chavela Guerra, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Aurelio Lopez-Malo, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla; Enrique Palou, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering, Minorities in Engineering

elementary, middle and highschool levels of the State of Campeche by creating high quality learning environments thatpromote interactive classrooms and contribute to a better understanding of science andmathematics while promoting careers in science, engineering and technology.Previous work2 on P-12 Mexican teachers’ perceptions about engineers revealed that thispopulation perceives engineers as “thinkers” rather than “doers.” Given that teachers’ ideas,knowledge and attitudes towards engineering and science might influence their students’perceptions toward these fields, it is necessary to explore the conceptions held by students toprevent (or correct) potential misconceptions. Addressing potential misconceptions is of criticalimportance since it

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering, Part II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tamara Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

for responsiblemanagement roles in the design, construction, and operation of major construction projects. Thefocus of the program is on the fundamental concepts and technical skills required to create awide range of career paths in the construction profession. This paper shows that by introducinghands on project opportunities, field trip to under-construction projects, introduction to relatedsoftware, hands-on lab work, contemporary education, financial support and through propermentoring, the enrollment, retention and successful graduation of underrepresented minority(male and female) can be significantly increased which will lead to a balanced workforce andimprove the national economy.BackgroundIn an increasingly competitive and technology

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering, Part II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea M. Ogilvie, University of Texas, Austin

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2011-2493: EOE FIRST YEAR INTEREST GROUPS: SUCCESS IN EN-GINEERING STARTS HERE A PROGRESS REPORT ON SUCCESSES &ONGOING IMPROVEMENTSAndrea M. Ogilvie, University of Texas, Austin Andrea M. Ogilvie is the director of the Equal Opportunity in Engineering (EOE) Program at The Uni- versity of Texas at Austin. Andrea came to the University as EOE director in July 2001 after six years in industry, where she had a very successful career as a structural engineer for Kellogg Brown & Root and HDR Engineering, Inc. As EOE Director, Andrea leads Cockrell School of Engineering efforts to recruit and retain ethnically underrepresented students as well as students who have backgrounds or experiences that will contribute

Conference Session

Build Diversity in Engineering Graduate Programs

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Ansari, Virginia State University; Jahangir Ansari, Virginia State University; Krishan Agrawal, Virginia State University; Arthur Fridrich, Virginia State University

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Minorities in Engineering

been seen at the mastersand doctoral levels 3.The National Science Board has concluded that the number of native-born S&E graduates Page 15.666.2entering the workforce is likely to decline unless the nation intervenes to improve success ineducating S&E students from all demographic groups, especially those that have beenunderrepresented in S&E careers 4.National Science Foundation data also shows that in 2005, a total of 466,003 S&E degrees wereawarded to US citizens and permanent residents. African-Americans earned 39,283 (8%) of theawarded Bachelor of Science degrees, yet they composed 15% of the population. The NSF datashowed

Conference Session

New Research & Trends for Minorities in Engineering

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Imbertson, University of Minnesota-ECE; Anders Sonnenburg, Xcel Energy; Munira Masoud, Xcel Energy; Meron Demissie, Mortenson Construction

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Minorities in Engineering

wind energy, make essential measurements & educate the community about the technology, leading up to the actual wind turbine implementation.On March 17th 2008, BRIDGE’s outreach team arranged a field trip for 35 high school studentsfrom North High to visit various laboratories in the STEM areas at the University of Minnesota.This was an eye-opening experience for many of the students involved.Based on results of a questionnaire that was completed after their tour; 68% of the studentsshowed positive interest in thinking about a career in STEM, 86% of the students showedpositive interest in returning

Conference Session

Focus on African-American and Hispanic Engineering Students’ Professional and Academic Development

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., Virginia Tech; Glenda D. Young Collins, Virginia Tech; Stephanie G. Adams, Virginia Tech; Julie P. Martin, Clemson University

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Minorities in Engineering

management experience working with public utility companies, a project management consulting company, and a software company. She is a registered professional engineer, project management professional and LEED accredited professional.. Her research interests are in in- vestigating students’ development of leadership skills and other professional competencies and in student involvement in co-curricular activities. Dr. Simmons is a NSF CAREER award winner for her research entitled, ”Investigating Co-Curricular Participation of Students Underrepresented in Engineering.”Ms. Glenda Young, Virginia Tech Glenda Young is a PhD student in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. She received a masters of

Conference Session

Summer and Cohort Programs for Minorities: Student Success

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tonya Lynette Smith-Jackson, NC A&T State University; Brianna Shani Benedict, Industrial & Systems Engineering; Garner Ted Stewart II, Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering; Elaine Smith Vinson, North Carolina A&T State University

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Minorities in Engineering

the POs were one female senior and one male junior; both wereAfrican American and ranked in the top 5% of their respective cohorts (the GPA requirement toparticipate in ISEAmP is 3.0 or higher). Both possessed great ‘people skills,’ had previousinternship experience, registered with Career Services, and held leadership positions in theInstitute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), Alpha Pi Mu (ISE's Honor Society), Society of WomenEngineers (SWE), and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Active participation inorganizations or professional societies are a requirement to serve as an ambassador in ISEAmP.Training.The Undergraduate Advisor and Department Chair met with the POs weekly for anhour. The POs kept a journal of all meetings and

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lisa Trahan, University of California, San Diego; Gennie Miranda, UC San Diego; Olivia A. Graeve, University of California, San Diego

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

Berkeley’s public science center, where she evaluated STEM education programs for all ages. Several studies focused on expanding diversity, access, and inclusion in pre-college engineering education, with attention to changes in participants’ skills, attitudes, and career interests. She earned her B.A. in Anthropology with a minor in Education from UC Berkeley and an M.A. in Museum Studies: Specialization in Education and Interpretation from John F. Kennedy University. Her Master’s Project focused on culturally responsive evaluation practices.Ms. Gennie Miranda, UC San Diego Gennie B. Miranda serves as the Director of Operations in the IDEA Engineering Student Center, Jacobs School of Engineering at UC San Diego, with

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leroy L. Long III, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; Trevion S. Henderson, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

commit to academictasks, as well as persevere during challenging academic tasks. Research has connected efficacybeliefs to educational processes and outcomes such as academic major selection, scholasticachievement, persistence, and long-term, post-graduation career decisions.20-24 2Most of the literature on academic self-efficacy comes from the field of educational psychology.However, engineering education literature has embraced the value of promoting high academicself-efficacy, especially when promoting engineering students’ academic goals, success, andcareer interests. For example, based on findings from an engineering education study