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MATH - Works in Progress for Mathematics Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lauren Lazarus, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

mathematics programs. Given our institution’s focus on career preparation and real-world problem solving, future offerings present an opportunity to develop students’ interest andbetter meet their needs. In this paper, we will give details about the course and student feedback.Possible curricular and pedagogical changes will also be discussed.IntroductionThis work-in-progress paper discusses the design and implementation of a “Dynamical Systemsand Chaos” course as an upper-level undergraduate elective at Wentworth Institute ofTechnology. The course can serve as a technical elective for majors and minors in appliedmathematics, with many students in engineering or computer science majors pursuing this minor.The course material combines topics from

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 1: Tech-Forward Teaching - Digital Tools to Enhance Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica Ohanian Perez, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Paul Morrow Nissenson, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

the field of engineering. Manyengineering students enter their majors with minimal knowledge of the discipline. Additionally,many current high school students report being interested in STEM-related fields, but areunprepared for this endeavor [1]. To help address this issue, the authors launched “TheEngineering Student Experience Podcast" in 2019 to enhance awareness of engineering as amajor and a career option. In a study conducted by Nissenson et al. (2020), the first five episodeswere evaluated by engineering students enrolled in California State Polytechnic UniversityPomona’s College of Engineering’s First Year Experience course, “EGR 1000: Engineering,Society, and You” [2]. After listening to the episodes, students completed surveys that

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicholas Choi, University of California, Irvine; Kan Li, University of California, Irvine; Kristin Roher, University of California, Irvine; Liang Li Wu, University of California, Irvine

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

coursework-based experience.In addition, students attended a series of educational and professional development seminars,including college preparation, engineering career pathways, research center tours, anddemonstrations from members of the university research community and local engineeringcommunity. Exposing students to relevant engineering workshops allowed high school studentsto be motivated and inspired by different learning opportunities and to understand potentialapplications of their degrees in future careers. We assessed the success of the programimplementation through a post-camp survey to all student participants, specifically on studentlearning outcomes of understanding design and fabrication, as well as the effectiveness of

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 8: Division Best Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sonia Travaglini, Stanford University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

MotivationEngineering outreach programs in higher education are vital for promoting inclusivity andcreating opportunities for marginalized students to explore and access engineering careers [4].Increasing the representation of diverse and underserved demographics in engineering remainscritical to addressing the growing shortage of engineers in the United States. Collaborativeefforts between research universities and institutions serving large populations ofunderrepresented students play a key role in mitigating this shortage [5], supporting students toprogress from two-year community college associate’s degree programs, to four-year bachelor’sdegree programs. Expanding participation is essential not only to sustaining overall engagementin engineering as an

Collection

2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Randy Hurd; Sulabh Khadka; Dustin Grote

(Ackermann, 1991). The summer programs provide varieties of activities for participatingstudents, including academic support, study skills, career counseling, parent involvement,developing relationships on campus, computer literacy, and partnerships with business,communities, and K-12 educators (Kezar, 2000). Many prior studies have found that STEMsummer bridge programs facilitate the transition of students from high school to university,helping them improve their academic performance and persistence rates in STEM-designatedprograms of studies. Although summer school benefits all students, studies show that theseprograms have a greater impact on those from middle-class families than those fromunderprivileged backgrounds (Copper et al., 2000). Based

Collection

2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Roy Uzoma Lan; Chinedu Okonkwo, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Ibukun Gabriel Awolusi, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Jiannan Cai

needs, particularly in a technical and professional disciplinesuch as construction. The development and application of sustainable construction materials offer aplethora of benefits in the modern construction industry. Several eco-friendly construction materials,such as earthen masonry, can provide tremendous benefits and inexpensive solutions to theincreasing cost of building and energy. This study examines the impact of the implementation ofsustainability content in a course on students’ perception of their knowledge, confidence, andrelevance to their careers. A new course module was developed to educate students about variousconcepts, including the constituents of earthen masonry, their properties, quality assurance, andtesting, as well as

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.D

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carlos R Morales, Purdue University at West Lafayette

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

, evaluate working with potential teammates based on needs, and justifytheir selections with data. Finally, CREAC forces students to explicitly articulate why a specificteam composition and project selection support their career trajectories rather than relying onconvenience or habit. The following table illustrates how each stage of CREAC aligns with thecapstone process: CREAC Stage Capstone Application Conclusion Define the ideal project outcome and personal career objectives. Rule Research industry standards and team structures in relevant

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 11

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Empowering Undergraduate Motivation Through Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning: Insights from Self-Determination Theory Abstract This Full Empirical Research Paper aims to showcase the findings from the first year ofan interdisciplinary project-based learning course in the Department of Engineering Education ata large mid-Atlantic research university. Both literature and industry have expressed the need forundergraduate students to gain experience in interdisciplinary environments and prepare for theirpost-graduate careers, whether they aim to continue their education or enter industry aftercompleting their bachelor’s

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

MC Forelle, University of Virginia; Siobhan Elizabeth Loughney, University of Virginia

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Diversity

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP)

adequate workforce of trained and skilled automotivetechnicians to repair and maintain these new fleets of EVs. This paper aims to fill a gap in theexisting literature by exploring how the rapid pace of EV and other emerging automotivetechnologies pose a significant obstacle to established automotive mechanic training programs.First, we lay out the history of repair labor and training as one of persistent shortages and under-resourcing. We then detail the present-day range of career and technical education institutionsavailable to current and incoming mechanics, as well as the funding sources available to thoseinstitutions for updating training curricula. We conclude by discussing the obstacles that publiceducation specifically faces in making use

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashleigh Wright, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jacqueline Henderson, Bradley University; Rebekka Darner, Illinois State University; Nafisa A Ibrahim, The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Brenda Anne Wilson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Loralyn Cozy, Illinois Wesleyan University; Brian J. Bellott, Western Illinois University; Mahua Biswas, Illinois State University; Alejandro Lleras, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Narendra Jaggi; Michelle Edgcomb Friday, Bradley University; Terrance Bishop, Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Catherine Lipovsky, Bradley University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

mentored in research along with other underrepresented students who participated in REUs or are conducting research with her colleagues to present their work at LSMRCE conferences. She is currently an NSF LSAMP Institutional Coordinator and looks to provide positive opportunities for students which will impact their educational and professional goals. Dr. Henderson also serves as the Director of the Bradley University/Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering (DAPCEP) STEM Program which offers STEM inspired and college preparation courses to local 4th-12th grade students and the Director of the Bradley University Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Academy for 9th – 12th grade students.Rebekka Darner, Illinois State University

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Continuing Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arsalan Ashraf, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Bailey Kathryn McOwen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Emad Ali, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Dayoung Kim, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED)

then worked in the aviation industry. After gaining experience, he changed his career path and went to academia as a lecturer at The University of Faisalabad in 2022. He joined Virginia Tech in the fall of 2024.Bailey Kathryn McOwen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Bailey McOwen is a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech with an academic foundation in physics and industrial engineering. Her research focuses on workforce development, professional training for engineering practitioners, and engineering ethics, with an emphasis on how emerging technologies can enhance continued education. Through her research, service, and academic work, she aims to bridge engineering education and

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edwige F. Songong, Pittsburg State University; Tatiana V. Goris, Pittsburg State University

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Diversity

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE)

Taganrog Institute of Technology of Southern Federal University, Russia (1999). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Pilot Study of Gen Z Graduates For Successful Employment on the U.S. Job MarketAbstractOrganizations face several challenges in retaining skilled talent due to the unpredictable jobmarket and the rise of Gen Z employees. Studies reveal that this generation, born in or after2000, is likely to change at least ten to fifteen jobs throughout their careers and tends to stay at asingle job for less than three years on average. Then, highlighting the importance ofunderstanding the factors that influence job retention among Gen Z, particularly within

Conference Session

Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget Ogwezi, ANSYS, Inc.; Kaitlin Tyler, ANSYS, Inc.

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

, and new skills gained both in and out of the classroom. The ultimate test ofstudent success is how well a student is able to adapt to their new environment upongraduation, whether it be industry, graduate school, research, or entrepreneurial.Despite the complexity, identifying activities that directly contribute to setting up students forsuccess after graduation is crucial in higher education. The Institute of Engineering andTechnology reports that up to half of engineering students graduate without enough of thetechnical or interpersonal skills required by potential employers. This could be contributingto the fact that between 30% to 50% of engineering students end up in careers outside of theirfield. Therefore, one of these defined

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 6: LEES Works in Progress

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leanne Dawson, University of Calgary; Ayah Metwali, University of Calgary

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Diversity

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

identity has changedthroughout the years, based on my academic experience and societal impact. My first exposure to the engineering profession was through a close relative, who worked as anengineering technologist for a small consulting firm. My initial impression of their work was thatthey mainly worked individually, performing calculations and creating technical drawings. Iinitially did not want to be an engineer, based on my lack of interest in architectural drawingsand external pressures to choose a more “feminine” profession, like teaching or nursing. A visitto the local university for their yearly Women in Engineering Day introduced me to differentsides of engineering, which drew me to a career in electrical engineering. At the time, my

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Community and Industry Collaboration for Sustainable Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jasmine N Patel, Georgia Institute of Technology; Nathan W. Hartman, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Alisa Deck; Roxanne A. Moore Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

Hartman holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Purdue University and a Doctorate from North Carolina State University.Alisa Deck Lisa works with employers, schools, students, and community stakeholders to scale up and sustain critical programs around careers in all sectors while emphasizing the professional and technical skills necessary to succeed in the workforce. Lisa’s passion is working to build our future workforce by providing foundational skills and ensuring everyone has the information required to be successful. Lisa is the Education Workforce Program Manager for Purdue Polytechnic’s Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center (IN-MaC), as a program manager and is the owner of T3

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Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Pickenpaugh PE, United States Air Force Academy; Owen Sedej P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Brad Wambeke P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Joseph Pickenpaugh PE, PMP, NORAD and USNORTHCOM J4

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL), Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

-national missions through infrastructure planning, posture development, and contingency operations across North America. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Virginia Military Institute, along with master’s degrees in Engineering Management from the Air Force Institute of Technology and Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Throughout his career, he has led engineering, operations, and emergency services teams across assignments in the United States, Qatar, Honduras, and the Republic of Korea. Lt Col Pickenpaugh is a licensed professional engineer in Colorado and a lifetime member of the Society of American Military Engineers. His assignments have included joint

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Equity, Identity, and Pedagogy in Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kelly Anderson, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Gretchen Dietz, Western Carolina University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

cooperation, communication,creativity, and collaboration. These soft skills positively impact students development, includingtheir career development [1]. STEM Summer Camps, especially those who focus on hands-onlearning and laboratory experiences can improve students’ interest in and persistence in STEMfields [2]. In addition to the skills and knowledge developed, Camps on Campus allow studentsto engage with faculty, staff, students, and university facilities to enrich their experiences andallow for a greater sense of self efficacy as campers see themselves as university students.The access to high quality facilities, including university laboratories and faculty who lead theselabs, is an important aspect of our campus. Not only are these facilities

Collection

2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Fiona Litiku, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Curtis John O'Malley, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Matthew Luis Tyrrell, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

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Diversity

1Robotic Opportunities for Rural Communities: Building a STEM Pipeline for K-12 Students Fiona Litiku, Thomas Pierson, Matthew Tyrrell, Dr. Curtis O’Malley Mechanical Engineering Department New Mexico Institute of Mining and TechnologyAbstractThe Mechanical Engineering Department at New Mexico Tech hosts a robot combat competitionannually, with attendance from K-12 schools across the state. The goal of the competition, as partof the mechanical engineering outreach program, is to build students' interest in engineering androbotics while developing a pathway to a career in STEM. As attendance for the competitionincreases each year, students and teachers get more

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Susie Huggins, West Virginia University; Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University; Manar Yamany, West Virginia University; Lizzie Santiago, West Virginia University; Akua B. Oppong-Anane, West Virginia University; Atheer Almasri, West Virginia University; Todd R Hamrick, West Virginia University; Carter Hulcher, West Virginia University

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Diversity

,” thisevent fosters student engagement and introduces first-year students to opportunities that broadentheir participation and enhance their academic success in engineering. By providing a platformfor student organizations to highlight their work and recruit new participants, EngineerFESTencourages peer learning and interdisciplinary interaction, enhancing the educational experience.Representatives from Career Services, Libraries, Study Abroad, and Student Services participateto inform students about available resources and networking opportunities. Additionally, studentsfrom varied backgrounds are made to feel welcomed and included, fostering a sense of belongingthrough the active participation of organizations such as the Society of Women Engineers

Collection

2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Abdirahman Abdi; Phil Courey; Malinda S Zarske

and long-term benefits students gain from the program, (c) anyunexpected outcomes that enhance student learning and development, and (d) how qualitative andquantitative data together provide a comprehensive understanding of the student experience.Preliminary findings suggest that the program fosters a strong sense of belonging, enhancesstudents’ academic confidence, and prepares them for career success through structuredmentorship, networking opportunities, and well-being resources. As the study progresses, insightsgathered will inform recommendations for strengthening the Lattice Scholars Program and guidingsimilar initiatives at other institutions. This work-in-progress research contributes to the broaderunderstanding of how integrated

Conference Session

GIFTS I

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Laura Ann Gelles, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Laura Knight, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Darren K Maczka, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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FYEE 2025

Paper ID #49792GIFTS: Time Management as a Tool in a Stress Toolkit for First-Year EngineeringStudentsDr. Laura Ann Gelles, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Laura Gelles is a teaching assistant professor in the Engineering Fundamentals program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK). Her previous work has focused on persistence and retention of engineering students, integrating social and environmental context into technical engineering curriculum, and mentoring and career resources for engineering graduate students.Prof. Laura Knight, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Laura Knight is a Lecturer in the

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kimberly Wilkens, University of Virginia; Hannah Moore, University of Virginia; David Chen, University of Virginia

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

students feel CAD. empowered, capable, and connected to CEE track examples: Bridge-building, peers and mentors. recyclable scavenger hunt, and insulated Foster STEM Pathways: Increase awareness house challenges. of STEM career opportunities and post- Lab tours: Participants explore inspiring secondary education pathways through lab STEM labs during Tuesday and Wednesday tours, student panels, and networking tours. opportunities. Guest speakers: Lunchtime panels feature university students and

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Prajnaparamita Dhar, The University of Kansas

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

) and low levels of confidence andself-efficacy, particularly among girls, also influence student interest in engineering. Thissuggests the need for interventions at an early age. However, simply exposing students toengineering design principles is not sufficient to create interest in engineering careers among abroad range of students; interventions must also address social and psychological barriers [2].We identify two sets of challenges to promoting interest in engineering and engineering careersamong K-12 students. First, teachers may not be aware of the scope and specifics of theengineering field. In addition, teachers who are primarily trained in science pedagogy maystruggle to incorporate and explain engineering concepts within science

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Linda Vigdor, Advanced Science Research Center, City University of NY; Rosemarie Wesson, City University of New York, City College; JOSHUA Craig BRUMBERG

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

programs to help CUNY faculty better understand the expectations of funding agencies and write more competitive proposals. Her intensive NSF CAREER and Grants 101 bootcamps, which are open to CUNY faculty across all its colleges, have supported 21 NSF CAREER awards, and prepared over 150 faculty to submit and win awards. Linda was part of the planning committee and a presenter for NSF’s Engineering CAREER workshops for 3 years and organized a CUNY-wide Convergence Workshop in 2018 as well as Broader Impacts presentations. Linda has a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; her postdoc, through the University of Arizona, focused on art and technoscience collaborations. She

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Work-in-Progress 4: Pathways, Belonging, and Early Experiences

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Curtis R. Taylor, University of Florida; Darryl Bryant McCune II, University of Florida

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

University and the University of Missouri with funding from NationalScience Foundation grants HRD0120642 and HRD0607081 [18]. LAESE evaluates the self-efficacy of undergraduate engineering students. It has been validated through testing andresearch involving both male and female students. The instrument comprises 60 items andrequires approximately 15 minutes to complete. LAESE addresses the following domains relatedto self-efficacy: student efficacy in challenging situations; outcomes anticipated from pursuingengineering; student expectations regarding workload; student decision-making processregarding major selection; student coping strategies in difficult circumstances; careerexploration; and the influence of role models on study and career

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erica J Marti, University of Nevada - Las Vegas

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

involves water and wastewater, she has strong interests in engineering education research, teacher professional development, and secondary STEM education. In 2021, Erica received the ASEE Pacific Southwest Early Career Teaching Award and two awards at UNLV for mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. She also received the Peter J. Bosscher Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award in 2019 from Engineers Without Borders and was recognized as a Nevada Woman in STEM by Senator Jackie Rosen. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Contact information: Dr. Erica Marti (erica.marti@unlv.edu) You can transmit sound via light? An engineering activity to demonstrate

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Track 6: Technical Session 3: Breaking Barriers: Unveiling the Journeys and Triumphs of Faculty Women of Color in STEM Academia

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Kemesha Gabbidon, University of South Florida; Saundra Johnson Austin, University of South Florida

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

. Her current research is aimed at investigating intersectional stigma and how it affects HIV-related outcomes in Tampa Bay by applying participatory qualitative methods. Dr. Gabbidon also teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in Psychology including Cultural Competence, Program Evaluation, and Health Psychology.Dr. Saundra Johnson Austin, University of South Florida Dr. Saundra Johnson Austin has dedicated her career to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging of students and professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and careers. Her research is grounded in the effective implementation of STEM curricula in urban middle schools. Johnson Austin began her

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Identity, Experiences, and Perceptions (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 2)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lucy Arellano Jr., University of California, Santa Barbara; Margarita Rodriguez, University of California, Santa Barbara

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

Blue Lake College? 2)​ What resources allow for STEM students at Blue Lake College to perceive a clear path towards a STEM career? 3)​ Do STEM students at Blue Lake College recognize gender disparity in STEM? 4)​ Are there differences in outcomes among STEM students from marginalized groups? Literature Review Literature pertaining to STEM pathways in education is overtly situated within contextsof research-intensive institutions, male-dominated spaces, and capitalistic pursuits that dismissmatters of belonging for underrepresented students. In this study, we review literature pertainingto 1) STEM and sense of belonging, 2) STEM pathways with an emphasis on transfer ofunderrepresented

Conference Session

Informal Education and Outreach Programs for Women Engineering Students

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bahareh Goodarzi, Concordia University; Navid Sharifi, Concordia University; Sara Jameel, Concordia University; Anjali Agarwal, Concordia University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

noticed underrepresentation of female students in technology-based fields. To break down thebarriers, GirlSET was designed as a female-centered summer camp, created by women for women. The initiative aimsto introduce and inspire young girls aged 14-17 to engineering and computer science, with the goal of fostering apositive mindset towards STEM careers. Originally conducted in person, GirlSET adapted to an online format duringthe COVID-19 pandemic and returned to an in-person experience in 2024. The camp has successfully run for eightyears, engaging young girls through targeted activities and mentorship. In this paper, we report on the insights gainedfrom implementing GirlSET and the impact it has had on participants’ perceptions of STEM fields

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 8

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yvette E. Pearson; Casey Harris; Charmane Caldwell, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Reginald Perry, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Melanie L Wicinski, Arkansas State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

) Scholarships in Science, Technology,Engineering and Mathematics (S-STEM) program. S-STEM aims to increase the inclusion ofgraduates from low-income backgrounds in the STEM workforce and/or STEM graduateprograms. We administered a Post-Graduation Plans Survey (PGPS) to all participants tounderstand their post-graduation intentions and the factors that influenced those intentions.To capture post-graduation intentions, we asked if they planned to enter the STEM workforce,STEM master’s or doctoral programs or other advanced degree programs within six months ofgraduating. Due to the small numbers of respondents in each category, we aggregated responsesof intentions to pursue careers in the STEM workforce, graduate degrees (STEM master’s,STEM doctoral), and