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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 4

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Wiline M Pangle, Central Michigan University; Itzel Marquez, Central Michigan University

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Paper ID #46422Lowering barriers for marginalized students through equitable multidisciplinaryeducation in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsWiline M Pangle, Central Michigan University Wiline Pangle, Ph.D., is a faculty member in the College of Science and Engineering at Central Michigan University (CMU). Her current research is centered on interdisciplinary pedagogy and inclusive STEM education. She directs the national award winning InSciTE (Integration of Science, Technology and Engineering) program where she leads a team of faculty in teaching transferable skills while addressing inclusion in STEM

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rea Lavi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Gregory L. Long, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; M. Mehdi Salek; Amitava 'Babi' Mitra, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Sarah Elena McCullough, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #46825Analyzing the Impact of Two Co-Curricular Undergraduate Experiential LearningPrograms on STEM Students’ Career ReadinessDr. Rea Lavi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Dr. Rea Lavi is Digital Education Lecturer and Curriculum Designer with the Dept. of Aeronautics and Astronautics in the School of Engineering at MIT, where he leads the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as virtual reality and generative A.I. into residential education. He is also Lecturer and Curriculum Designer for the New Engineering Education Program (NEET) in the same school, for which he teaches a first-year problem

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sumito Nagasawa, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

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Paper ID #46646Introducing Angle Sensors into Robot Block Teaching Kits Using Non-ContactMagnetic Rotary EncoderDr. Sumito Nagasawa, Shibaura Institute of Technology Prof. Dr. Sumito Nagasawa received Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Tokyo in 2001. He is a Professor in Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics at SIT. His research interests include miniaturized robots using Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems technologies and robot education for STEAM.Prof. Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Dr. Hatsuko Yoshikubo obtained Ph. D. in English Literature from Chiba University in Japan

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY; Dita Puspita Sari, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Gabriele Trovato; Eiji Kamioka; Darminto Darminto, ITS Surabaya

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Paper ID #46014Exploring the Impact of STEM COIL Modules on Global Competence: AStudy of Indonesian Physics Undergraduates and International EngineeringStudents in JapanProf. Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Dr. Hatsuko Yoshikubo obtained Ph. D. in English Literature from Chiba University in Japan in 2002. She is currently a Professor of Humanities and a senior departmental administrator, currently attached to the Innovative Global Program in the College of Engineering at Shibaura Institute of Technology, a highly-ranked engineering university in Tokyo. Innovative Global Program (IGP) is an

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chen Feng, Shibaura Institute of Technology; John Raiti, University of Washington; Kyle Toshiro Brown, University of Washington

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Paper ID #45561Bridging Cultures and Advancing Robotics: A Joint Program on Human-RobotInteraction Through Multicultural, Interdisciplinary LearningDr. Chen Feng, Shibaura Institute of TechnologyProf. John Raiti, University of Washington Prof. John Raiti is an Associate Teaching Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Washington, and is the Technical Programs Advisor at the Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) where he teaches in the Interdisciplinary UW Master of Science in Technology Innovation degree program. He teaches UW graduate level courses in Sensors & Circuits, IoT and Connected

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Kaczynski, Tufts University; G. R. Marvez, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach

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engineeringprofession where I was working with my hands. Because I know I love doing stuff like thiswhere I'm just making little knots and just knitting.” Similarly, Madison talked about how shesees her sewing projects as a part of engineering, saying, “I’m always going to be crafting inwhatever medium, but the want to do something with your hands and just make something isdefinitely connected to engineering.” These statements illustrate that prior experience withcrafting may be a pathway for students into engineering disciplines that students perceive ashands-on and correlates with prior research that exposure to craft technologies can shift students’mindsets about who can be a programmer or engineer [13].Discussion and ConclusionFrom these responses

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wu Jiayi, Zhejiang University; Zhenyu Wu, Zhejiang University; Tuoyu Li, Zhejiang University

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Paper ID #46624Interdisciplinary Engineering Students Training: A Practice of EngineeringMinor Degree in ChinaDr. Wu Jiayi, Zhejiang University Jiayi Wu is a Ph.D student in the School of public affairs, Zhejiang University. Her research interests include Engineering Education, Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation Management.Zhenyu Wu, Zhejiang UniversityProf. Tuoyu Li, Zhejiang University Tuoyu Li is a associate professor of the Institute of China’s Science, Technology and Education Policy, Zhejiang University. His research interests include Engineering Education, Science Technology and Education Policy

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Douglas Yung, Syracuse University

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advanced electrochemical, optical, and MEMS devices. A champion of diversity and equity in engineering education, Dr. Yung has designed innovative curricula that integrate project-based learning, hands-on activities, and peer collaboration. He is a strong advocate for incorporating disability perspectives in biomedical engineering, aiming to train a generation of engineers who are equipped to tackle accessibility challenges in healthcare technology. Dr. Yung’s commitment to STEM outreach is evidenced by his extensive work with underrepresented K-12 students in Central New York. Through various programs, including those at La Casita Cultural Center and local schools, he has fostered a love for science and engineering in

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 5

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Kushal Adhikari, Juniata College

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help students persevere through challenges and turn setbacks intomeaningful learning experiences.Acknowledgements: I would like to thank the department for providing necessary resourcesfor all these undergraduate projects, all the students involved in this project, and lastly Prof.Dennis Johnson, for his support and availability to assist the student groups.References[1] National Research Council, Successful K-12 STEM education: Identifying effective approaches in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics., National Academies Press, 2011.[2] Kloser, M., "Identifying a core set of science teaching practices: A Delphi expert panel approach.," Journal of Research in Science Teaching, , pp. 51(9), 1185-1217., 2014.[3] Prince, M

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pooya Niksiar, The Citadel; Dimitra Michalaka P.E., The Citadel

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Paper ID #46113Generative Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Engineering Education; Strengths,Challenges and ValidationDr. Pooya Niksiar, The Citadel Dr. Niksiar is assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering Department at The Citadel. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University, his M.Sc. from K. N. Toosi University of Technology and his B.Sc. from Isfahan University of Technology, Iran. Prior to joining The Citadel, he was a lecturer at Clemson University. His research includes the design and development of advanced functional porous materials for bio applications. He has published several

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Best Papers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gayle E. Ermer, Calvin University

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subject to discipline-specificprogram criteria in addition to ABET’s general criteria. Non-disciplinary programs are subjectonly to the general criteria. ASEE has served as the lead society for evaluating these programssince 2006. The Accreditation Activities Committee (AAC) of ASEE manages the assignmentand training of ABET program evaluators for this category of engineering programs (along withgeneral engineering technology programs).This paper will present an examination of the landscape of accredited engineering programs thatare described as general or inter/multi-disciplinary. Periodic analysis and comparison of trends inthe number of programs that focus on providing breadth relative to disciplinary depth helps toidentify patterns within

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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Joshua L. Hertz, Northeastern University

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Paper ID #46316External Analysis and Student Perceptions of a Human Centered EngineeringProgramDr. Joshua L. Hertz, Northeastern University Dr. Hertz earned a B.S. in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University in 1999 and then a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2006. Following this, he worked at the National Institute of Standards and Technology as a National Research Council postdoctoral fellow. He joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Delaware as an Assistant Professor in September 2008, leading a lab that researched the effects of

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tabe Ako Abane, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Maxell Lumbera, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Robin Adams, Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Paper ID #48716Creating a Course ”Dashboard” to Continually Assess and Improve the Qualityof EducationTabe Ako Abane, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Tabe Abane is a PhD student in Engineering Education at Purdue University. He holds an MA in Leadership in Education (2023) from Liverpool John Moores University (UK), a Bachelor of Technology in Renewable Energy (2018), and a Five-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and Teaching (2015) from the University of Bamenda (Cameroon). His dissertation research focuses on how engineering students develop systems thinking in socioenvironmental contexts. Using Social

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Weijia Zhang, Zhejiang University; Wei Zhang, Zhejiang University; Shuai Wang, School Of Public Affairs, Zhejiang University

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Paper ID #46164BOARD # 193: How do research universities in China pivot from basic researchto industrial outreach: a multi-case analysis from the perspective of universityindustrial outreach institutionsMs. Weijia Zhang, Zhejiang University School of Public Affairs, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058 Melbourne Graduate School of Education, the University of Melbourne, Vicoria 3010 Research field: Doctoral Education; Engineering Education; Interdisciplinary Research; Higher Education PoliciesProf. Wei Zhang, Zhejiang University 2015-Present Professor, Institute of China’s Science,Technology and Education Strategy, Zhejiang

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Hicks, Texas A&M University-Kingsville ; Lifford McLauchlan, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

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Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at Texas A&M University - Kingsville, and has also worked for Raytheon, Microvision, AT&T Bell Labs, and as an ONR Distinguished Summer Faculty at SPAWAR San Diego, CA. He has over 55 publications covering areas such as adaptive and intelligent controls, robotics, an ocean wave energy converter, green technology, education, wireless sensor networks and image processing. He is a co-inventor on 3 US patents related to control systems. Dr. McLauchlan is a member of ASEE and was the 2012-2014 Chair of the Ocean and Marine Engineering Division. He is also a member of IEEE (senior member), SPIE, Eta Kappa Nu, ACES and Tau Beta Pi, and has

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 9

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carolyn M Rodak, Union College; Luke Dosiek, Union College; Andrew Burkett, Union College; Christine Henseler, Union College; Christopher Chandler, Union College; Sohini Chattopadhyay, Union College; Nick Webb, Union College

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science, and the humanities. Therefore, our graduates need to be prepared toengage in multidisciplinary collaborative problem solving. At Union College threemultidisciplinary team-taught courses were designed as part of the Templeton Institute (TI)mission to provide students with courses that integrate engineering and computer science withthe liberal arts. The courses included an introductory course in Science, Technology, and Society(STS), Humanity-Centered Design (HCD), and Data Sonification. All three courses carriedadditional attributes such as general education credit and/or contributions to major or minorrequirements. The introductory STS course was offered in the Fall terms of 2023 and 2024, andthe HCD course was offered in the Fall term

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Md B. Sarder, Bowling Green State University; Mohammed Abouheaf, Bowling Green State University; MD ZAHABUL ISLAM, Bowling Green State University; Mohammad Mayyas, Bowling Green State University

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Paper ID #49285Integrating Robotics and Automation in STEM Education: Preparing theFuture Workforce for Advanced ManufacturingDr. Md B. Sarder, Bowling Green State University Dr. Sarder is a professor & director of the School of Engineering at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). Prior to joining BGSU, he worked at the U.S. Air Force Academy as a distinguished research fellow. He served as an associate professor, and graduate director of the logistics, trade, and transportation program at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Dr. Sarder has a record of excellence in research, teaching, and services as

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Liuying Gong, School of Public Affairs, Zhejiang University; Jingyuan Chen; Min Ye, Zhejiang University

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Technology and Education Policy, Zhejiang University. His research interests include Engineering Education, Science Technology and Education Policy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Designing AI Literacy Curriculum for Multidisciplinary Undergraduates: Insights from a Case Study on General AI Courses1. IntroductionArtificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into human activities. Generative AI,particularly industry-specific large models, has entered a phase of rapid growth and is nowembedded across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, education, and law. Accordingto the IBM 2023 Global AI Adoption Index [1], approximately 42% of enterprise-levelcompanies

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lori Scarlatos, Stony Brook University; Gary P. Halada, Stony Brook University

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Dr. Halada, Associate Professor in Materials Science and Chemical Engineering at Stony Brook University, directs an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree program in Engineering Science. He designs educational materials focused on nanotechnology, advanced ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 It Takes a Village: A Collaborative Online Game Supporting Inclusive Teaching and Learning of STEMDr. Lori Scarlatos, Stony Brook University Lori is an Associate Professor and Graduate Director in the Department of Technology and Society at Stony Brook University. Her research encompasses computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and visualization. Her current

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tao Zhou, Pennsylvania State University

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property changes. This hands-on approach enhancesstudents' understanding and interest in STEM fields, providing a promising model for engagingand cost-effective education. Furthermore, our approach underscores the potential of usingeveryday materials for effective STEM education, promoting critical thinking and problem-solvingskills.KeywordsSTEM education/ K-12/ college students/ Pressure sensor/ Interdisciplinary learning /Experiential learningIntroductionIn an era dominated by rapid technological advancements and an increasing reliance on digital andengineering solutions, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) cannot be overstated [1], [2]. The cornerstbegin nurturing a future workforce adept inthese areas

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mitra Varun Anand, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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, program development, crafting interactive curricula, and bringing ideas to fruition. With over 9 years of experience in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, Anand possesses a solid background in Innovation and Entrepreneurship education, Additive Manufacturing, and Digital Fabrication technologies. His academic credentials include an M.B.A from WPI, an M.S. in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering from New York University and a B.E in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University.Prof. Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Dr. Sabuncu holds a Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering from Old Dominion University. Dr. Sabuncu’s professional interests spans from engineering education research, history of science

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Best Papers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joel M. Esposito, United States Naval Academy; Jenelle Armstrong Piepmeier, United States Naval Academy

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-in-chief of ASEE’s Computers in Education Journal; and a trained ABET Program Evaluator. He is the author of over 75 peer reviewed articles, has appeared as a guest on NPR, and served on advisory panels for NSF, ONR, DoT, NASA, Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Marine Corps Intelligence Agency.Dr. Jenelle Armstrong Piepmeier, United States Naval Academy Dr. Jenelle Piepmeier earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from LeTourneau University. She went on to earn a Master of Science and Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology, also in Mechanical Engineering. For over 20 years she has taught robotics, computer vision, and control systems to the future leaders of the Navy and Marine Corps at

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Israel Zamora-Hernandez; Jorge A. Gonzalez-Mendivil, Tecnológico de Monterrey; Luis Horacio Hernandez Carrasco P.E., Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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toolssuch as Power BI dashboards and Excel-based analytics, the model ensures transparency andaccessibility of key performance indicators (KPIs), fostering a culture of evidence-baseddecision-making. Its application to three engineering programs—Industrial Engineering,Computational Technologies Engineering, and Mechatronics—has resulted in significantimprovements in accreditation outcomes, reducing evaluator observations and strengtheningcompliance with both ABET and CACEI standards.This paper aims to contribute to the field of educational innovation by offering a replicableframework that other institutions can adapt to their unique contexts. It addresses thecomplexities of accreditation while demonstrating how structured processes and

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Madeleine Mickle, MoLSMAP; Tayo Obafemi-Ajayi, Missouri State University

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Missouri State University in the Engineering Program, a joint program with Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A Call to STEM Exposure: Reinforcing Young Girls and Planting Seeds Madi Mickle 1 , Amber Lewis 2 , Tayo Obafemi-Ajayi 1 1 Missouri State University, Springfield MO 65897 2 A Girl Like Me Mentoring Network, Springfield MO mm3737s@missouristate.edu, ambylewis@aglmn.org, tayoobafemiajayi@missouristate.edu Abstract

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 9

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Renee Prymus, University of Pittsburgh; Irene B. Mena, University of Pittsburgh

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reporting and reflecting on their experience with teamwork and with researching, composing, assessing, and presenting written work within a context of maximum personal and professional responsibility and integrity. In ENGL XXX students undertake intensive research into a current engineering innovation/technology. Students expand upon that research as they move through a multi-step process of writing and revising a conference paper that includes considerable technical content as well as intensive analyses of the social value and ethical applications of that technology. Through ENGL XXX, students will continue to increase their experience and success with major teamwork projects, will practice best

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheila Anne Gobes-Ryan, University of South Florida; Theresa Burress, University of South Florida; Aana Farhana Ahsan, University of South Florida

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: www.cewriting.ling.pdx.edu.[9] S. Conrad, T. J. Pfeiffer, and K. Lamb, “Improving Student Writing with Research-based Instruction: Results from the Civil Engineering Writing Project,” in 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Salt Lake City: American Society for Engineering Education, 2018, p. 23544.[10] ABET, “Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Technology Programs,” 2025. Accessed: Jan. 11, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.abet.org/accreditation/accreditation- criteria/criteria-for-accrediting-engineering-technology-programs-2025-2026/[11] ABET, “Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs,” 2025. Accessed: Jan. 11, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.abet.org/accreditation/accreditation-criteria

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 11

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Benjamin Edward Chaback, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Mark Vincent Huerta, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ernesto Adolfo Cuesta Alvear, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Atlas Vernier, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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student success and finding ways to use research experiences to promote student growth, learning, and support.Dr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Lisa D. McNair is a Professor of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, where she also serves as Deputy Executive Director of the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT).Dr. David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Gray receieved his B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2000. He then earned a M.S. and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2002 and 2010, respectively. Much of his graduate education focusDr. Mark Vincent Huerta, Virginia

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida; Amie Baisley, University of Florida

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Paper ID #47375Exploring the Impact of Class Start Times on Student Engagement and AcademicPerformance in Second-Year Engineering CoursesDr. Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida Sarah Jayasekaran is an Instructional Assistant Professor at the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering. Her work focuses on integrating smart technology to enhance engineering education and student engagement. She serves as Director-at-Large for ASEE-WIED and is actively involved in mentoring and student success initiatives. Her research centers on designing and evaluating educational tools that drive meaningful learning

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jana Pavlasek, Polytechnique Montreal; Broderick Charles Riopelle, University of Michigan; Abhishek Narula, University of Michigan; Shaw Sun, University of Michigan; Peter Gaskell, University of Michigan Robotics Department

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Undergraduate Robotics EducationAbstractThe growing popularity of robotics education in undergraduate engineering programs gives rise toa demand for robotic technologies to facilitate learning in the classroom. Robotics undergraduatecurricula require platforms and tools that grow with the students, remaining accessible to earlyundergraduate levels while supporting the implementation of advanced algorithms. In this paper,we describe a software framework for educational mobile robotic platforms designed withundergraduate robotics education in mind. The MBot custom robot platform is capable ofexecuting a vast range of robotic and machine learning algorithms using a variety of sensors. Oursuite of open-source tools is designed

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 4

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Kleio Avrithi, Marian University

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Paper ID #46558Active Learning: Does It Really Matter?Dr. Kleio Avrithi, Marian University Dr. Avrithi is an assistant professor at Marian University. She earned a BS in Civil Engineering, an MS in Structural Engineering both from the National Technical University of Athens, an MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Her research interests include uncertainty and risk quantification for design, optimization, resilience, systems design, and engineering education. She is member of ASCE, ASEE, ASME