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Inclusive and Interdisciplinary Approaches in Labs and Research

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Margot A Vigeant, Bucknell University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

what you’ll charge for them in order to be profitable. In this problem, please define what “better” is for your company, actually make a prototype of your better ice pop, plan and justify your scale and process, and demonstrate why you think you could be profitable (note - this need not be a full-on business plan, as noted below, but I’d like you to work the numbers into at least a simplistic computation that the sales price can reasonably be greater than your materials costs).During the “Science” portion of each problem, students worked in assigned groups that wereeach given a di erent question that had been designated as “answered by experiment.” Giventhat group formation had to happen early in the summer session

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Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 6

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Matthew J Jensen, Utah Valley University; Julian Ly Davis, University of Southern Indiana; Jiehong Liao, Florida Gulf Coast University; Anurag Purwar, Stony Brook University; Hadas Ritz, Cornell University

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

dynamics course while the other was atraditional in-person lecture course. The MPP selected for this study is focused on helpingstudents understand the relationships between work, power, and efficiency and was assigned as astandalone homework assignment shortly after introducing these topics in their classes. Theinitial problem statement is provided in the appendix, while a flowchart illustrating the entiresequencies of questions that the students could follow to reach their final answer will bediscussed in the Methodology section below. A brief discussion of the initial results of this studyis included followed by the planned future work.Methodology:During a beta test of one of the new MPP problems this fall 2024 and spring 2025 semesters

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Ann Strehl, University of Michigan; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan; Sarah Jane Bork, University of Georgia

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Diversity

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

engineeringprogram. While the results are not designed to be extrapolated to a broader scale due to thesubjective and context-dependent nature of SES, the survey can be applied in other institutionalsettings to develop additional localized understandings of the SES-related challenges faced bystudents.Future WorksThe analysis plan for this study will focus on examining the relationships betweensocioeconomic status (SES) and the experiences of undergraduate engineering students. Theanalysis of this survey will begin with descriptive statistical methods, such as calculating meansand standard deviations, to summarize the data and provide an overview of trends across thesample. Bivariate analyses, including t-tests and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), will then

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Horatio Haller; Jimmy Peralta; Fatimah Musa; Doris J. Espiritu, City Colleges of Chicago

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

Paper ID #48020BOARD # 61: Fostering STEM Identity and STEM Efficacy Through Engagementin Community ServiceJames Horatio Haller James Haller is completing his Associate in Engineering Science (AES) at the Center of Excellence at Wilbur Wright College in the class of 2025. James was admitted to Wright as an Engineering Pathway student in the Fall semester of 2023. He plans to transfer to the University of Illinois in the Fall of 2025 and will pursue a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.Jimmy Peralta Jimmy Peralta is completing his Associate in Engineering Science (AES) at the Center of Excellence at Wilbur

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP)

rely heavily on the automotive manufacturing industry, it is just as critical thatthere is a plan for a maintenance and repair labor force that will sustain the products of thosefactories. This package may be a good starting point for mapping out investment in maintenanceand repair workforce protection and education, as many educational programs could benefit fromretooling assistance, and the stipulations tied to the Domestic Manufacturing Conversion Grants,which prioritizes “projects that are likely to retain collective bargaining agreements and/or thosethat have an existing high-quality, high-wage hourly production workforce,” would be beneficialin protecting maintenance and repair jobs as well.Tuition-based funding Public funding

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lelli Van Den Einde, UC San Diego & eGrove Education; Kathryn Schulte Grahame, Northeastern University; Christiane Amstutz, Revere Public Schools; Anne E Shea, Northeastern University; Nathan Delson, eGrove Education; Elizabeth Rose Cowan, eGrove Education

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

, as drawing is popular amongchildren [24]. Sketching allows planning, personalization, and idea sharing [25] and [26].STEAM advocates highlight that Arts integration engages young brains, promotes creativity,improves memory, and advances social skills [27]. Adding Art to STEM makes these disciplinesmore attractive, especially to underrepresented students [28]. By broadening STEAM's appeal,Maker activities can engage a more diverse population of young learners in these fields.Meeting Learners Where They AreCulturally responsive education goes beyond content, requiring educators to authenticallyimplement teaching practices and curricula that resonate with diverse student backgrounds. TheTRUCHA framework [29] guides teachers in creating

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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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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

transparency and ongoingimprovement [24]. This approach supports informed self-assessment, planning and enhances theoverall educational experience for students. Additionally, dashboards can inspire students byempowering them to self-regulate their learning and track their progress. This self-regulation iskey to cultivating a growth mindset, encouraging students to take ownership of their educationaljourney and actively engage with their development [25].Continuous assessment is an essential component of the educational framework [26], especiallyin design education, as it plays a crucial role in guiding both teaching and learning practices [27]and enhancing academic performance [28]. Therefore, creating a comprehensive assessmentmodel can also offer a

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Andrew Wilkerson P.E., York College of Pennsylvania; Yargo Teixeira Gomes de Melo, York College of Pennsylvania; Tamara Schwartz, York College of Pennsylvania; Dean Zeller, York College of Pennsylvania

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Artificial Intelligence ForumArtificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly become an integral part of modern society, withwidespread applications emerging as recently as 2023. Its influence on education has beenprofound, eliciting diverse reactions among academics. While some institutions resist AIintegration, believing they can consistently detect and prevent its use, others have embraced it asa valuable teaching tool. This paper presents the outcomes from the inaugural AI forum held atour college, showcasing student feedback, faculty observations, and plans for future forums.In collaboration with faculty, students from our college hosted a blue-ribbon panel forum toengage in meaningful dialogue about the future of AI. The forum featured student

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ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

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Neil Rogers, U.S. Air Force Academy; Kaitlin Fair, United States Air Force Academy

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

an alternative grading scheme in an advancedundergraduate mathematics course for Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) applications,aiming to enhance student understanding and retention of core concepts. We discuss our observa-tions and experiences as instructors, survey students about their experiences with the new gradingapproach, suggest adjustments for future implementations, and propose a detailed plan for futurequantitative analysis to assess its long-term impact.2 Alternative Grading LandscapeAlternative grading is gaining momentum in adoption throughout higher education 1,2,3 , but theterm "alternative grading" is generic and is often applied in a number of contexts. Here, we de-scribe some of the many approaches that fall

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Sustainability & Civil Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology; Sarah Oerther

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

smoked. Instead, these individuals may have been subject tooccupational exposures or air pollution. In particular, long term exposure to particulate matter ofa size of 2.5 nanometers or smaller (PM2.5) is a risk factor for COPD. Wildfire smoke –including both controlled burns as well as uncontrolled fires – is an environmental exposure thatis immediately informative to students of civil engineering (as the University is located inproximity to a National forest where both managed and unmanaged fires create smoke that isregularly observed) [17].DiscussionCivil engineering includes planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance ofbuilding structures and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels

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Evaluating Pre-College STEM Programs: Longitudinal Impact, Integration, and Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bin (Brenda) Zhou, Central Connecticut State University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Paper ID #47156Impacts of a Pre-college STEM Outreach Program over Time (Evaluation)Dr. Bin (Brenda) Zhou, Central Connecticut State University Dr. Bin (Brenda) Zhou is a Professor in the Engineering Department at Central Connecticut State University. Her research enthusiasm lies in quantitative analyses and modeling techniques, and her field of expertise is transportation planning and engineering. She recently dedicated herself to STEM outreach activities to promote STEM in youth, especially historically underrepresented groups. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Impacts of

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hua Li, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Kai Jin, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Larry Peel PE, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Selinda Martinez, Laredo College; Yan Xu, Del Mar College; Yi Ren, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Antonio Guadalupe Carranza III, Laredo College

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

MERIT project. Her research interests include Sustainable Energy, Green Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Multi Objective Decision Making and Optimization as well as Engineering EducaDr. Larry Peel PE, Texas A&M University - Kingsville Larry Peel received an A.S. from Snow College, in engineering, a B.S. in mechanical engineering from Utah State University, an M.S. in engineering mechanics from Virginia Tech, and a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Brigham Young University. He has tDr. Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC Michael Preuss, EdD, is the Co-founder and Lead Consultant for Exquiri Consulting, LLC. His primary focus is providing assistance to grant project teams in planning and development

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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Brian Scott Krongold, University of Melbourne; Gavin Buskes, The University of Melbourne

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

plot with Circuit #1 and Circuit #3 (crossover) 4. Overall two-way speaker SPL plots with all three electrical circuitsThe audio testing assessed the team’s procedure and results in several ways. For example: Wascalibration was done properly? Does the highpass filter appear to be attenuating in the secondscenario compared to the first? Does adjusting the equalizer affect the frequency response as it issupposed to?Reflection and DiscussionThe speaker project has been quite challenging, both on staff and students, in its first threeofferings to date. The first offering had planned to use 3D-printed parts for the driver chassis andcone, but shortly before the start of semester, our maker space informed us that it would beimpossible timewise

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Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation in STEM

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

achievement is specified fordifferent students. A course, which provide advanced education for upper division undergraduatestudents as well as early career graduate students, should include the ability to analyze thesustainability of an engineered system using tools such as lifecycle assessment. As previouslyreported, lifecycle assessment was integrated as part of the semester long course in modeling [8].In addition, the environmental engineering body of knowledge includes Outcome 14, “EffectiveCommunication”. Effective communication includes interactions with the public as well as thetechnical community. The level of achievement specified for upper division undergraduatestudents as well as early career graduate students specifies, “plan, composed

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 9: Collaboration and Community

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yume Menghe Xu, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

. Tosupport people to learn how to garden, the students created an informational pamphlet aboutplant care, and planned to create signs with information and fun facts to be installed in thegarden. Through the process, the students acquired knowledge and developed skills such as howto create sturdier wood structures and how to design and create a pamphlet digitally.As a leader of the gardening club, David aspired to continue improving the design of the gardenafter the summer so people affiliated with the school could keep coming back to spend time inthe garden: “In three years, I think the community will like, like it (the garden) a lot, lot. (...) I think a lot of future students and their parents or like people that live around it will like keep

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DSAI Technical Session 6: Academic Success, Performance & Complexity

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael T Johnson, University of Kentucky; Johné M Parker, University of Kentucky

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Diversity

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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee

. Differentialcollege/university graduation retention numbers suggest that there are a small number of moderately-lowperformance indicators which are able to identify students who are much more likely to have academicsuccess in fields outside of engineering.Outcomes from these analyses include new mechanisms for early identification of at-risk students, for whomspecialized advising and success coaching would be beneficial, as well as the development of new curricularplanning options for students who are not yet calculus ready in their first semester and would benefit fromcustomized curricular planning to support better first-year performance.1 IntroductionThe demand for engineers in the workforce continues to grow [1], but the number of engineering

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GSD 3: Pedagogy and Curriculum

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jacqueline Rohde, Georgia Institute of Technology; Emily Grace Weigel, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

whileengaging in reflective learning and professional development. Under the guidance of facultyteaching mentors in the classes they teach, and supported by course instructors with expertise inpedagogy, graduate students in this course plan and deliver lessons, design assessments, andreceive constructive feedback from faculty, peers, and students. The practicum fosters asupportive learning community for graduate students to refine their teaching skills and criticallyevaluate their instructional practices; in short, they take theory and put it into practice.Throughout the course, participants will also explore various facets of academic careers,including faculty roles at different institutions and the academic job search process, and howteaching plays

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marta Perez Vidal-Ribas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Mohammed Seyam, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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International Division (INTL)

. Hence, it is easier for families to consider the financial aspects of studying abroad.In the United States, the cost of education is typically borne by students, with some scholarshipassistance occasionally available. Another main difference is general mobility and visas. SinceErasmus is within the European Union, and hence the Schengen Area, students do not need toobtain prior approvals or visas to study in a country different than their own. American students,however, must go through a lengthy (and sometimes expensive) process to be able to obtain astudent permit to study in Europe.Because of these barriers, and others (on-time graduation, for example) it is not always feasiblefor students to fit studying abroad into their course plan

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Leveraging AI and Computational Tools for Enhanced Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chloe Lok Yee Chan, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Villanova University; Brianna Fan, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Villanova University; Henry Pei, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Villanova University; David Kaicheng Shen; Christopher Song; Chenhao A Zhao; Zuyi (Jacky) Huang, Villanova University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

not the first type of AI to aid learning for students and researchers. Agent-based modeling (ABM)is a prior approach that has been successfully applied to mathematics and biology education 1.ABM can simulate epidemic outbreaks, urban planning, and evolutionary processes, which allinvolve intricate interactions that can be difficult to predict utilizing traditional models. ABM isan example of how technology and modeling can provide improved pedagogical methods.However, as the number of students pursuing STEM education continues to rise, there is anincreasing demand for more effective and personalized teaching approaches that enhance critical-thinking skills 2. Specifically, in introductory Calculus courses, textbooks have been

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

necessitates constant updates to curricula and teachingmethodologies, as noted by Zamyatina [5], who underscore the importance of aligningeducational programs with market expectations.Beyond structural and resource challenges, the accreditation process also demands robustdocumentation and evidence collection. Institutions must implement continuous improvementmechanisms, such as the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, to monitor outcomes anddemonstrate alignment with accreditation criteria [6]. This process includes engaging diversestakeholders—students, alumni, employers, and faculty—in evaluating program effectivenessand proposing actionable improvements. Feedback from these groups not only strengthensinstitutional practices but also ensures the

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New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 2 - Technology Tools

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Evan Fakhoury, Lebanese American University; Michel Elkhoury, Lebanese American University; Pierre Rahme, Lebanese American University; Abbas A. Tarhini, Lebanese American University; George E Nasr, Lebanese American University

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New Engineering Educators Division (NEE)

LAU’s strategic plan and launching new programs such as Engineering PreMed and Chemical Engineering. A Professor of Mechanical Engineering, he has led ABET accreditation renewals, curriculum modernization, and major lab expansions. His research focuses on turbulence modeling and CFD for wind energy. He holds degrees from METU and Lehigh University and serves as an ABET evaluator representing ASME.Dr. Pierre Rahme, Lebanese American University Dr. Pierre Rahme is an associate professor of Mechanical Engineering and the director of the VIP Program at the Lebanese American University (LAU). He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toulouse. He is a member of the American Society of Mechanical

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 3.E

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ankunda Kiremire, Louisiana Tech University; Kevin A Cherry, Louisiana Tech University; Christian Smith, Louisiana Tech University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

other subfields onlyrequires the development of a bank of challenge questions and tasks that are interconnected anddesigned to be tackled collaboratively by student teams.Future WorkWe have identified several paths for improvement that we would like to explore. One area offocus is the scalability of our Datastorm challenges. Specifically, we aim to evaluate thefeasibility of larger-scale challenges involving more student teams and extended durations that gobeyond the typical classroom period and size. We plan to pilot this approach and assess its impacton learning outcomes. Our expectation is that this will further motivate students while fosteringdeeper learning and improved retention.Another area for enhancement is the incorporation of real

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Woongbin Park, Purdue University; Yunjin Lim, Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation; Jung Han, Purdue University; Hyeree Cho, Purdue University; Seokyoung Kwon; Juhyun Kim, Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

teaching of the program was conducted directly by the researchers for the middleschool, while high school sessions were led by a pre-trained teacher. The teacher in charge of theprogram was responsible for managing all aspects of the sessions, including the overall processand student engagement.Table I. The Program Plan for Implementation Middle School High School Lesson Course Description Lesson Course Description 1-6 ▪ Learning embedded programming and 1 ▪ Understanding the basics of smart basic electronic circuit operation using farming microcontrollers ▪ Introduction

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Faculty Development Works in Progress Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Tejal Mulay, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Peter Rumsey, Stanford Building Decarbonization Learning Accelerator

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

theworkshop through post-surveys, measuring faculty preparedness, confidence, and their intent toincorporate clean energy concepts into their teaching. The findings indicate that targeted facultytraining programs can significantly improve clean energy education delivery andinterdisciplinary collaboration. Based on the outcomes, the study outlines plans for furthercurriculum development, faculty engagement, and expanding the program to benefit morestudents. Recommendations for scaling similar faculty development programs at otherinstitutions are also discussed, contributing to the overall mission of preparing future leaders inthe clean energy sector.Keywords: Faculty Development, Clean Energy Education, Building Decarbonization, STEMCurriculum

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Djedjiga Belfadel, Fairfield University; Danushka Bandara, Fairfield University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

. Promote Ethical Research Practices: Educate students on the importance of ethics in human subject experiments. Ensure compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols and address ethical considerations in AI and human-subject research. 7. Develop Research and Presentation Skills: Conduct experiments, interpret preliminary results, and present findings through a poster session at the URSR symposium.Structure • Duration: June 1 to July 27, 2024 • Weekly Schedule: o Meetings every Tuesday to review data format, and plan statistical analyses. o Hands-on activities focused on fNIRS data preprocessing, Python script development, and statistical testing.Highlights

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Milad Rezvani Rad, University of Southern Indiana; Ronald Diersing, University of Southern Indiana; Ryan Integlia, University of Southern Indiana; Julian Ly Davis, University of Southern Indiana

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

important to note that this research is still in progress, with plans for additional surveys tofurther explore students' preferences. Given ChatGPT 4.0's strong proofreading abilities, it wasemployed to correct grammatical and spelling errors and enhance the clarity of the text [10].ConclusionsThe findings from this study demonstrate that ChatGPT 4.0 has considerable promise as asupportive educational tool for enhancing MATLAB programming skills. A significant majorityof students (77.2%) indicated that ChatGPT effectively improved their coding comprehension andproblem-solving abilities through real-time feedback and the clarification of complex concepts.The use of ChatGPT also substantially reduced debugging time for most students (81.8%),although

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DSAI Technical Session 7: Natural Language Processing and LLM Applications

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kaiwen Guo, New York University Tandon School of Engineering; Malani Snowden, New York University Tandon School of Engineering; Rui Li, New York University

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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee

Kubernetes cluster. We never transmit student data to external APIs or third-partyservices, thus minimizing any risk of leakage. The script evaluate_llama.py encapsulatesthis offline inference process by loading the final JSON (produced by csv_to_json.py),using a local Llama installation for text generation, and then saving the results into a CSV.This approach gives us full control over data handling: ● Immediate Anonymization – Before or during the CSV-to-JSON conversion, identifiable student fields (e.g., names, emails) are replaced or hashed (planned for the next iteration) to ensure no personally identifiable information is exposed to the language model. ● GPU Acceleration – We execute the model on an NVIDIA A100 GPU, making it

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International Division (INTL): Case Studies and Trends

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edris Ebrahimzadeh P.E., University of South Alabama

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International Division (INTL)

15Figure 6. The average project score correlations with the overall grade for semester 2This correlation analysis provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of the new teachingapproach in assessing and enhancing students' problem-solving abilities, highlighting its potentialpredictive value for overall academic performance. 4.2. Future worksAs part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing the learning experience, we plan to broaden anddeepen our analysis. To achieve this, future studies will employ larger sample sizes and morerobust assessment tools. We will also explore longitudinal studies that track students’programming proficiency over multiple semesters to evaluate long-term benefits. In addition, pre-and post-course coding assessments

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua L. Hertz, Northeastern University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

foundelsewhere. Next, the curriculum is analyzed in terms of its philosophical foundation as amultidisciplinary program. After that, data is presented on perceptions of the curriculum from theprogram's students. This data came from formal interviews. Specific research questions for thisportion of the paper are: 1) What are the perceived benefits and drawbacks of aninterdisciplinary, human-centered engineering program?, 2) What topics, courses, and practicesare perceived as the most and least valuable?, and 3) In what ways is it perceived that programgraduates will graduate with advantage and with disadvantage?Introduction The founding of Boston College's Department of Engineering was a multi-year processinitiated in 2014 [1]. Formal planning work

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ENT-7: Approaches to Fostering Self-Efficacy and Data-Driven Decision Making

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yi Wang, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

, training programs should emphasize collaborativeskill-building and exposure to entrepreneurial networks (Hayter et al., 2016; Cai et al., 2021).For faculty, training should focus on managing academic and entrepreneurial responsibilities,including strategic planning, resource allocation, and navigating complex commercializationpathways (Miller et al., 2018).ReferencesAbreu, M., & Grinevich, V. (2013). The nature of academic entrepreneurship in the UK:Widening the focus on entrepreneurial activities. Research Policy, 42(2), 408–422.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.respol.2012.10.005Amofah, K. and Saladrigues, R. (2022). Impact of attitude towards entrepreneurship educationand role models on entrepreneurial intention. Journal of Innovation and