ASEE PEER - Search Results

Displaying all 17 results

Science, Engineering, And Technology As Career Paths To Minority Students

Conference Session: Outreach and Recruitment
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Korinne Caruso, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Jack Esparza, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Marc Mendez, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

2006-66: SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, AND TECHNOLOGY AS CAREER PATHSTO MINORITY STUDENTSRafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Rafic (Ray) Bachnak is Professor and Coordinator of Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (A&M-CC). He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ohio University in 1983, 1984, and 1989, respectively. Dr. Bachnak was previously on the faculty of Franklin University and Northwestern State University.Korinne Caruso, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Korinne Caruso received her B.S. degree in Control Systems Engineering Technology from Texas A&M University-Corpus

Relevance Score: 2.1636167

Marketing Engineering Through Open Mentoring® A Web Based Pilot Program

Conference Session: Attracting Young MINDs
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Tricia Berry, University of Texas-Austin; Andrea Ogilvie, University of Texas-Austin; Randy Emelo, Triple Creek Associates, Inc.
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

ofEngineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), which evolved from collaborativeefforts between Triple Creek Associates, Inc. and College of Engineering programs such as theWomen in Engineering Program (WEP) and the Equal Opportunity in Engineering (EOE)Program. Research on Open Mentoring® and Web-based mentoring will be shared. In addition,marketing strategies employed to engage female and minority engineering students and toshowcase a multitude of engineering career paths will be discussed. An overview of pilotprogram activity, including mentoring topics and participant demographics, will be provided.BackgroundThe WEP and EOE Programs at UT Austin are in the second year of developing, managing andexpanding a College-wide, Web-based

Relevance Score: 0.031097047

Recruiting Under Represented Minorities To Engineering And Engineering Technology

Conference Session: Outreach and Recruitment
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Stephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

innovative products, processes, and services1. The American engineeringworkforce demands special attention because of its importance in contributing to the nation’seconomy through research, design, development, and implementation of innovative products,processes, and services1. However, the engineering workforce in the U.S. has two significantproblems: the U.S. has been unable to produce a sufficient number of domestic engineers2, and ithas been unable to produce a sufficiently diverse engineering workforce3.One reason for the lack of female and other underrepresented minorities in engineering is thatthese students show little interest in pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math(STEM) related careers while in high school4. If these

Relevance Score: 0.025988143

Designing Our Community: Evaluating The Success Of A Program To Recruit And Retain American Indian Students To Engineering

Conference Session: Outreach and Recruitment
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Sheree Watson, Montana State University; Heidi Sherick, Montana State University; Carolyn Plumb, Montana State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

, writing, and computers; (2) introduction to MSU resources, such as tutoring, the library, and the American Indian Club; (3) workshops on study skills; and (4) social activities. Page 11.420.3 The DOC seminar, a one-credit course that features American Indian role models, information about engineering careers, and other activities. The Engineering Minority Program (EMPower) Student Center, which provides a place for students to build community, work in study groups, and participate in tutoring. A DOC student contract and stipend, which requires students to attend the seminar, spend time in the

Relevance Score: 0.022739625

A Weekend Stem Enrichment Program For Tribal High School Teachers And Students

Conference Session: Outreach and Recruitment
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: G. Padmanabhan, North Dakota State University; Wei Lin, North Dakota State University; Robert Pieri, North Dakota State University; Floyd Patterson, North Dakota State University; Eakalak Khan, North Dakota State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

program director. He has worked collaboratively with tribal college instructors and high school teachers. He serves as the faculty advisor for American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Student Chapter at NDSU.Robert Pieri, North Dakota State University Robert Pieri Dr. Robert Pieri is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering in North Dakota State University. He served as the Chair of the department from 1996 through 2002. Prior to coming to NDSU, ten years of his teaching career were spent as an instructor/professor at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). Dr. Pieri has a ten-year involvement with the American Society for Engineering Education and has

Relevance Score: 0.021988936

Engineer Starters Program 2005

Conference Session: Attracting Young MINDs
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Vernal Alford, North Carolina A&T State University; Elaine Vinson, North Carolina A&T State University; Venetia Fisher, North Carolina A&T State University; Devdas Pai, North Carolina A&T State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

necessary for success in today’s highly technicalworld. Designed for rising seventh through rising twelfth graders, it is a two-weekprogram, meeting Monday through Friday. (ESP Jr. is an abbreviated version forrising fifth and sixth graders.) The program is a commuter program therefore thestudents are chosen from schools within a 50 mile radius. Applications are givento the area school counselors and the interested students complete and return anapplication, hand written essay along with an official transcript (or originalgrade report) and two letters of recommendation from a teacher and/or schoolcounselor. The program consists of morning sessions which expand their math andscience skills in addition to career exploration. The afternoons

Relevance Score: 0.0195893

Discover Engineering A High School Conference For Students And Teachers

Conference Session: Outreach and Recruitment
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Marsha Lee, Texas A&M University; Jan Rinehart, Texas A&M University; Scott Starks, University of Texas-El Paso; Karen Villatoro, Texas A&M University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

currently working on the Space Engineering Institute CubeSat team and is on the Texas A&M Rugby team. She served as the day-to-day coordinator on the Discover Engineering Conference. Page 11.487.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Discover Engineering - A High School Conference for Students and TeachersIntroductionThe Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University held its first DiscoverEngineering conference on Saturday, October 22, 2005. The goals of the conference were tointerest high school students in a career in engineering and inform parents and

Relevance Score: 0.018967258

Mind Links 2006: Resources To Motivate Minorities To Study And Stay In Engineering

Conference Session: Retention Issues
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Maria M. Larrondo Petrie
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

theengineering and technology disciplines. This paper provides more than 500 links.IntroductionMany minority students and minority faculty do not take full advantage of the myriad ofprograms designed to promote their participation in engineering and technology disciplinesbecause they may not be aware of these opportunities, nor of how and where to apply.Opportunities range from programs designed to promote student interest in these fields, tosummer enrichment programs, scholarships, fellowships, research opportunities, awards,leadership programs, and career advancement programs. This survey organizes theseopportunities and resources, specially targeting those of particular interest to engineeringstudents and engineering faculty, and provides links to

Relevance Score: 0.01624259

Improving A Nacme Class With An Emphasis On Detailed Time Management

Conference Session: MIND Education Trends
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Mary Anderson-Rowland, Arizona State University; Dana Newell, Arizona State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

2006-2407: IMPROVING A NACME CLASS WITH AN EMPHASIS ON DETAILEDTIME MANAGEMENTMary Anderson-Rowland, Arizona State University MARY R. ANDERSON-ROWLAND is an Associate Professor in Industrial Engineering. She was the Associate Dean of Student Affairs in the Fulton School of Engineering at ASU from 1993-2004. She was named the SHPE Educator of the Year 2005 and selected for the National Engineering Award in 2003, the highest honor given by the American Association of Engineering Societies. In 2002 the Society of Women Engineers named her the Distinguished Engineering Educator. She has received many other awards for her support of students. An ASEE Fellow, she is a frequent speaker on the career

Relevance Score: 0.0155485235

Case Study: Steps To Reach Out To Hidden Underrepresented Student Candidates In Engineering

Conference Session: Attracting Young MINDs
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Hamid Shahnasser, San Francisco State University; Wenshen Pong
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

we hope that the high school students, many of whom come from underprivilegedcommunities, will be introduced to the engineering profession, and realize that an engineeringdegree can lead them to excellent life long career opportunities in the future.Another goal of the partnership with community colleges is to facilitate access to engineeringeducation at SFSU for transfer students by streaming transfer procedures, and giving technicalpresentations and demonstrations in their engineering courses to acquaint them with our programs.Our main industry partner in PFEE is our long-established Engineering Advisory Board (EAB)consisting of respected local practicing engineers, and our alumni . The EAB advises us on how toshape our curriculum, assists

Relevance Score: 0.013571864

Engineering Education Of Minorities: An Overview

Conference Session: MIND Education Trends
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Eric Asa, North Dakota State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

Page 11.553.7colleges. The attainment of doctoral engineering degrees by minorities is growing so slowly thattheir membership in academia in future will be very modest if not minimal6.By 2003, about 240 colleges have been designated as Hispanic-serving institutions in the lastdecade7. A greater proportion of the faculty, just like predominantly black colleges, are Non-Hispanics. This poses a real threat to educating Hispanics. In the words of one of the steeringcommittee members of FACES (Facilitating Academic Careers in Engineering and Sciences, asNSF-sponsored minority program):“It is very important that minorities pursue academic positions. There are so few minorities inacademia, each additional Ph.D. can have a profound impact on the make

Relevance Score: 0.013571864

Planning For Diversity At All Levels

Conference Session: Research in Minority Issues
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Tommy Stevenson, Mississippi State University; Donna Reese, Mississippi State University
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

groups that focuses on careers with advanced degrees Strategy 3 – Provide funding for students from underrepresented groups to present papers at conferences Strategy 4 – Create a web site to be used as a clearinghouse for information for potential students at all levels. Strategy 5 – Encourage departmental collaboration in graduate student recruiting events. Strategy 6 – Establish a graduate seminar program focusing on internal graduate student recruitment Strategy 7 – Establish a traveling seminar series where Bagley College of Engineering faculty visit engineering departments at

Relevance Score: 0.00979465

Applicant’s Profile Study For Improving Undergraduate Enrollment In The Engineering School Of The University Of Puerto Rico At MayagÜez

Conference Session: Research in Minority Issues
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: David Gonzalez-Barreto, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Antonio Gonzalez-Quevedo, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

of Engineering Education, v 85, no 1, January 1996, pp 15-21.5. Heckel, Richard W., “Current and Emerging Trends in Engineering Education,” Journal of Engineering Education, v 83, no 4, October 1994, pp 1-7.6. Somers, G.M., “Where have all the engineers gone?” Proceedings of the 21st Frontiers in Education Annual Conference, September 1991, pp 523-528.7. Yates, Janet K. Voss, Madeleine, and Kuei-Wu, Tsai, “Creating awareness about engineering careers: innovative recruitment and retention initiatives,” Proceedings of the 29th Frontiers in Education Annual Conference, November 1999, v 3, pp 13d7-9 – 13d7-14.8. Fact Book, 2004-2005. Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. http://www.pupr.edu.9. ASEE Prism, “Databytes,” December

Relevance Score: 0.00979465

Nasa Administrator’s Fellowship Program (Nafp): Panel Discussion And Fellow Presentations

Conference Session: NASA Fellowship Program
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Melissa Green, United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corp; Maria Jackson Hittle, UNCF SP; Gholam Ali Shaykhian, NASA; Robert Singleterry, NASA; Victor Obot, Texas Southern University; Premkumar Saganti, Prairie View A&M University; Marc Mendez, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Jianping Yue, Essex County College; Jack Esparza, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Kenneth Fernandez; Pamela Denkins
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

on how to follow the Page 11.949.4protocols of research, carrying out experiments on the CNC machines in the college’smanufacturing laboratory during the summer. They investigated machine chattering undervarious spindle speeds, feed rates, and depths of cut. Through participating in research, studentshad a better understanding of the purpose of research, enhanced their knowledge of the researchtopic by the hands-on experiments, and increased their interests in manufacturing engineeringtechnology. They reported that the research better prepared them for advanced level engineeringeducation and inspired them to pursue a career in the field.2. NAFP

Relevance Score: 0.009696208

Computer Science Recruiting And Retention Of Undergraduates To Meet The Needs Of The Business Community

Conference Session: Retention Issues
Collection: 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Phyllis Tedford, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; John Fernandez, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering

applications research Figure 1. Computer-related Jobs in the U.S.: 2004 and 2014computer-related careers listed are projected to show an increase in demand by the year2014.5 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and mathematical scienceoccupations are projected to increase by almost 30% by the year 2014.6 When comparedto other science and engineering occupations, the projected employment growth for CSprofessionals is even more startling. Figure 2 shows the projected increase inemployment for computer and mathematical scientists compared to other science andengineering occupations.7Unfortunately, other recent studies and surveys show a decline