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Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Royce A Francis, The George Washington University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #43750A Reflexive Thematic Analysis of the Experience of a High School Junior inthe STEMcx Environmental Justice InternshipDr. Royce A Francis, The George Washington University Dr. Royce Francis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering [EMSE] at the George Washington University. At George Washington, Dr. Francis’s engineering education research explores the relationships between professional identity formation and engineering judgment. His other research interests include infrastructure resilience and risk assessment, and safer chemicals decision making

Conference Session

Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ivet Parra-Gaete, Arizona State University; Abimelec Mercado Rivera, Arizona State University; Mayra S Artiles, Arizona State University; Stephanie G. Adams, The University of Texas at Dallas; Juan M Cruz, Rowan University; Holly M Matusovich, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Gwen Lee-Thomas, Quality Measures

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #41056A Qualitative Study of Support and Transition Experiences for UnderrepresentedMinority Students in the Rising Doctoral InstituteDr. Ivet Parra-Gaete, Arizona State University She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Evaluation from Arizona State University and a Master’s in Higher and Postsecondary Education as a Fulbright Scholar. She is a postdoctoral associate focusing on underrepresented doctoral students in engineering and their success. She has also researched doctoral education and students in STEM in Chile. Ivet is passionate about studying the experiences of international students, students of

Conference Session

Navigating Diversity and Equity in STEM Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amani Qasrawi, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Tulio Sulbaran, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #42690Diversity Trends in STEM Summer Camps Over the Last Two DecadesAmani Qasrawi, The University of Texas at San Antonio -Dr. Tulio Sulbaran, The University of Texas at San Antonio He received his Ph.D. in Civil Engineer from Georgia Institute of Technology with concentration in Construction Management with a minor in Computer Engineering and strong statistical background. He has over 8 years of work experience in the A/E/C (ArchiteDr. Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio Dr. Sandeep Langar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Science in College of Architecture

Conference Session

Navigating Diversity and Equity in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nandika D'souza, University of North Texas; Hector R. Siller, University of North Texas; Hyun Kyoung Kyoung Ro, University of North Texas; Debbie Huffman, North Central Texas College

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #43181Effect of Organizational Change on Student Retention and EngagementDr. Nandika D’souza, University of North Texas Nandika Anne D’Souza is the Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives at the University of Texas at Dallas effective June 1, 2024. Most recently, she was the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Regents Professor at the University of North Texas. She is focused on broadening participation in engineering at various levels concurrently with probing new questions in polymer and composites. She has co-authored 6 book chapters, 100 peer reviewed journal and over 100 conference publications. She has

Conference Session

Voices of Diversity: Perspectives and Experiences in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nagash Clarke; Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #41873Coping Strategies of Minoritized Students in STEM Higher EducationMr. Nagash Clarke, Nagash Clarke is a doctoral student at the University of Michigan working with Dr. Joi-Lynn Mondisa. In his research, he examines mentoring as well as racial allyship for broadening minoritized participation in STEM higher education. He received a Bachelor’s in Chemistry from Pace University.Dr. Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan Joi Mondisa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering and an Engineering Education Faculty Member at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor

Conference Session

Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bahaa Ansaf, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Nebojsa I Jaksic P.E., Colorado State University, Pueblo; Abby Davidson, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Jim S Carsella Ph.D, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Sanaa Sh. Al-Samahi, University of Baghdad; Mohammed Al-Shammaa

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #43689Undergraduate Research Impact on Students’ Retention and Academic DevelopmentBased on Their Study Field and the Mentoring ApproachDr. Bahaa Ansaf, Colorado State University, Pueblo B. Ansaf received a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering /Aerospace and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Baghdad in 1996 and 1999, respectively. From 2001 to 2014, he has been an Assistant Professor and then Professor with the Mechatronics Engineering Department, Baghdad University. During 2008 he has been a Visiting Associate professor at Mechanical Engineering Department, MIT. During

Conference Session

Voices of Diversity: Perspectives and Experiences in STEM Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claire MacDonald, The University of Texas at El Paso; Palvi Aggarwal, The University of Texas at El Paso; Xiwei Wang, Northeastern Illinois University; Yun Wan; Shebuti Rayana, The State University of New York at Old Westbury; Rudy Caraballo; Sherrene Bogle, Cal Poly Humboldt

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

, GameSec, and journals including Human Factors, Topics in Cognitive Science, and Computers & Security. Her papers in HICSS-2020 and GameSec-2020 received the best paper awards. Her professional activities include journal reviews for Computers & Security, Cybersecurity, Frontiers in Psychology, and conference reviews for HFES, AHFE, HICSS, Euro S&P, and CyberSA. She is also an advocate for the Cybersecurity Community of Practice at UTEP and a member of the Special Cyber Operations Research and Engineering (SCORE) Interagency Working Group.Xiwei Wang, Northeastern Illinois University Xiwei Wang is the Department Chair and an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Northeastern Illinois University. He earned

Conference Session

Analysis of Feedback Loops, Understanding the Impact of a LSAMP Scholar Program, Sustainable and Equitable Infrastructure, and Indigenous Innovators

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yang Lydia Yang, Kansas State University; Brenee King, Kansas State University; Amy Rachel Betz, Kansas State University; Shana Bender

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

, Diversity, and Inclusion for the College of Engi- neering at Kansas State University. She is also an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.Shana Bender ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Understanding the Impact of a LSAMP Scholar ProgramThis is a work-in-progress paper. Beginning in 2014, Kansas State University, a predominatelywhite, midwestern, land grant institution, was awarded a Louis Stokes Alliance for MinorityParticipation (KS-LSAMP) grant focused on identifying innovative pathways to recruit, retain,and graduate underrepresented minority students (including African American, Hispanic/Latino,Native American/American, Pacific Islander and Alaskan

Conference Session

Empowering Marginalized Voices in STEM: Perspectives and Initiatives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tryphenia B. Peele-Eady Ph.D., University of New Mexico; Tahira Reid, Penn State University; Lizandra C. Godwin, University of New Mexico

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Studies. She has served as Chair of her department and Associate Dean for Equity, Inclusion, and Faculty. Dr. Peele-Eady’s research examines African American students’ learning and identity formation and, more broadly, the social, cultural, and linguistic contexts of teaching and learning. Her publications appear in several peer-reviewed journals and edited books, including the International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education, the Anthropology and Education Quarterly, and the Handbook of the Cultural Foundations of Learning.Prof. Tahira Reid, Penn State University Dr. Tahira Reid Smith (publishes under ”Reid”) is a Professor at Pennsylvania State University in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Design

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Advancing Equity in STEM Academia: Insights and Strategies

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amani Qasrawi, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Tulio Sulbaran, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #42695Impact of Summer Camp on Minority High School Students on STEM CareerPerceptionsAmani Qasrawi, The University of Texas at San Antonio -Dr. Tulio Sulbaran, The University of Texas at San Antonio He received his Ph.D. in Civil Engineer from Georgia Institute of Technology with concentration in Construction Management with a minor in Computer Engineering and strong statistical background. He has over 8 years of work experience in the A/E/C (ArchiteDr. Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio Dr. Sandeep Langar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Science in College of

Conference Session

Navigating Diversity and Equity in STEM Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dessaray M Gorbett, University of Texas at El Paso; Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso; Ariana (Ari) Arciero, University of Texas at El Paso; Sara E. Rodriguez, University of Texas at El Paso; Helmut Knaust, University of Texas at El Paso

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

experience in assessing the effectiveness and impact of these programs.Dr. Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Benjamin C. Flores joined the faculty of the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) in 1990 after receiving his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University. He is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering.Ms. Ariana (Ari) Arciero, University of Texas at El Paso Ms. Ariana Arciero is the Associate Director of the UT System LSAMP program and oversees the daily operation of all aspects of the state-wide Alliance. Ms. Arciero has done extensive research on STEM retention strategies and has published multiple articles focusing on these topics.Sara E. Rodriguez, University of