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Retention of STEM Students

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lauren Davis, North Carolina A&T State University; Stephanie Luster-Teasley, North Carolina A&T State University; Funda Samanlioglu, North Carolina A&T State University; Leotis Parrish, North Carolina A&T State University

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Minorities in Engineering

Page 12.190.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007AggiEmentor: Improving the retention of Undergraduates in STEM Areas via E-mentoringAbstractNorth Carolina Agricultural &Technical State University (NCAT) has established an electronicmentoring program to enhance student retention in the areas of science, technology, engineering,and math (STEM). AggiEmentor is free service which pairs an undergraduate student with anA&T alumnus of similar background. The program’s impact on improving retention is assessedusing student surveys, and enrollment data. MentorNet is used to facility to the student andalumni matching. The current paper summarizes the program implementation, recruitmentstrategy

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jean-Claude Thomassian, Georgia Southern University; Risa Kumazawa, Georgia Southern University; Patrick kinnicutt, Central Michigan University

. in economics from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002 after receiving her MS in economics from Illinois State University in 1995 and her BA in economics from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1994. Her research focuses on applied econometric analyses of labor market and macroeconomic topics.Patrick kinnicutt, Central Michigan University Dr. Patrick Kinnicutt received his SB and SM degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1989 and 1991, respectively. He received his PhD in Information Technology in Civil Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1995. Dr. Kinnicutt is currently an Assistant Professor of

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Technical Issues in Architectural Engineering II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darrell Nickolson, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

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Architectural

AC 2007-2214: CAPTIVATING THE CROWD WITH HYBRID TEACHINGDarrell Nickolson, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis Page 12.344.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Captivating the Crowd with Hybrid TeachingAbstractFrom What!Traditional Architectural Technology courses often consist of in-class sessions thatcompete for sparsely available class room space and force students to arrange their busyschedules around a predetermined time table. To alleviate this, and to embrace severalnew technologies, a new hybrid course in architectural technology is discussed herein.Hybrid courses are those that combine the traditional learning

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Issues of Diversity

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fonda Swimmer, Northern Arizona University; Karen Jarratt-Ziemski, Ft. Lewis College

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Women in Engineering

involved in K-12 STEM education for American Indian students and connecting applications of traditional indigenous knowledge within science and engineering education. Dr. Jarratt-Ziemski is Mississippi Choctaw. Page 12.956.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Intersections between Science & Engineering Education and Recruitment of Female and Native American StudentsAbstractAuthors will present an extensive overview of women and minorities in science, technology,engineering and math; provide discussion of the importance of multicontextuality as a tool in theuse of effective pedagogy

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Faculty Development: Creating successful NEEs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abul Azad, Northern Illinois University; Osman Tokhi, University of Sheffield, UK.

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New Engineering Educators

technology track, there are two tracks of educationavailable to students over the age of 18. These are: ‚ Higher education ‚ Vocational qualifications First degree and postgraduate studies are sometimes collectively called highereducation (HE) and are offered by universities and some FE institutions. It is important tomention here that in the UK there is no division like ‘Engineering’ and ‘EngineeringTechnology’ as they are in the US. All engineering programs are a mixture of both thetheory and practice. The typical first degree offered is the bachelor’s degree (typically three years).Many institutions now offer an undergraduate master’s degree as a first degree, typicallylasting for four years. During a first degree

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NAFP Panel Discussion

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Jack Esparza, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Zack lopez, Texas A&M-Corpus ChristiTexas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Allen Anton, Texas A&M-Corpus ChristiTexas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Marc Mendez, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

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Minorities in Engineering

University Corpus ChristiAbstractStudents in Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi have beenworking on several funded research projects. This paper describes a project that hasinvolved a good number of minority students. The project involves the design anddevelopment of a remotely operated vessel (ROV) that performs data logging in shallowwater environments. The ROV employs a sophisticated control system that allows bothremote control of the platform by a human operator as well as some measure ofautonomous operation. The system transmits environmental data wirelessly via a radio toa control station in real-time. The paper will provide details about the project and mostrecent developments.IntroductionEngineering and

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Teaching Strategies in Graphics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Hriso, East Tennessee State University; W. Andrew Clark, East Tennessee State University

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Engineering Design Graphics

Nutrition at South Dakota State University (1980 to 1983). From 1983 to 2001 he held various positions in research, management and business at Eastman Chemical Company. Dr. Clark is an Associate Professor of Entrepreneurial Business at East Tennessee State University. Page 12.1203.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007Project Management through Experiential Learning Peter Hriso Assistant Professor of Digital Media East Tennessee State University College of Business and Technology P.O. Box 70552 Johnson City, TN 37614 Tel

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Special programs and activities for minorities in engineering

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gerald Watson, North Carolina A&T State University; Xiaochun Jiang, North Carolina A&T State University; Marcia Williams, North Carolina A&T State University; Sanjiv Sarin, North Carolina A&T State University

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the Coordinator of Sponsored Programs for the College of Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University and Statewide Coordinator for the NC Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (NC-LSAMP). She received a B.S. in Industrial Technology (Manufacturing) from North Carolina A&T State University, and a MBA from Wake Forest University. She has sixteen years of experience in sponsored program administration.Sanjiv Sarin, North Carolina A&T State University Sanjiv Sarin is the Associate Dean of the College of Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University. He received a B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi and a Ph.D

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Curriculum Development and Applications

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafiqul Noorani, Loyola Marymount University; Louis Rodriguez, Loyola Marymount University; Michael Givens, Loyola Marymount University; Drew Christensen, Loyola Marymount University; Joe Foyos, Loyola Marymount University

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Engineering Design Graphics

importantABET evaluation criteria. Recently, the mechanical engineering department underwent ABETevaluation process and during the visit, the ABET evaluators were very impressed with thequality of the works of the students. Reactions from the students were very positive. All of themsaid that they enjoyed the course and learned a lot form the course.Our recommendation is that, from now on, all computer graphics and design should involve theintegrated methodology of solid modeling, analysis, rapid prototyping and testing.Bibliography1. Klein, J.J. and Carleton, D.L., “Partnership in Excellence: Industry and Education in CAD/CAM Technology,” ASEE 1986 Annual Conference Proceedings, pp. 262-266.2 Bertoline, G.R. and Wiebe, E.N. Fundamentals of

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Entrepreneurial Leadership and Non-traditional Ways to Engage Students in Entrepreneurship and Innovation

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wilburn Clouse, Vanderbilt University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

to look at multiple solutions to the electrical power energybusiness. The case deals with social, political and economic issues related to electricity. Studentsare encouraged to find new business ventures related to power cells, windmills, solar energy andnuclear power. We have been able to connect this case with the Tennessee Valley Authority(TVA), which is the major supplier of electricity in the south. We have been able to secure videointerviews with the director of the power transmission system for TVA. This greatly enhancesand makes this project real and alive to students. This case is scheduled to be field tested this fallsemester with a group of engineering students at Tennessee Technological University inCookeville, Tennessee and

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Perceptions of Women's Success in STEM

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maria Brunette, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; paula rayman, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; meg bond, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Lu Yuan, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Women in Engineering

Massachusetts-Lowell Page 12.34.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007A Delphi Study to Structure a Working Conference on Women’s Success in STEMIntroductionAlthough there is vast information regarding the difficulties that women face in thescience, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, still it is still not veryclear how the critical work-related factors interact and have an impact on the attraction,retention, and advancement of women in STEM fields. Since there is little evidenceregarding the magnitude and direction of established relationships between these work-related factors and women’s success, it is critical

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Recruitment and Retention Topics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yolanda George, AAAS; Patricia Campbell; Tom R. Kibler, Campbell-Kibler Associates, Inc; Rosa Carson, Campbell-Kibler Associates, Inc.; Shirley M. Malcom, AAAS

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Women in Engineering

, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and issues of race/ethnicity, gender and disability since the mid 1970's. Her BS, from LeMoyne College is in Mathematics, her MS, from Syracuse University, is in Instructional Technology and her PhD, also from Syracuse University, is in Teacher Education. Dr. Campbell, formerly a professor of research, measurement and statistics at Georgia State University, has authored more than 100 publications including co-authoring Engagement, Capacity and Continuity: A Trilogy for Student Success and Upping the Numbers: Using Research-Based Decision Making to Increase Diversity in the Quantitative Sciences with Eric

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Frank Kowalski, Colorado School of Mines; Susan Kowalski, Colorado School of Mines

. Page 12.1513.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Understanding and Overcoming Student-Based Difficulties when Transitioning from Multiple-Choice (Clicker) to Open-Ended Questions for Real-Time Formative AssessmentAbstractThe utilization of Tablet PC technology to facilitate open-ended questioning for real-timeformative assessment is a very powerful pedagogical tool. We describe the challenges ourstudents faced as we transitioned from multiple-choice (clicker) to open-ended questions for real-time formative assessment in two upper-level engineering physics courses. These difficultieswere of three main types: increased student stress, more obvious differences in rates and levels ofstudent learning

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NAFP Panel Discussion

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Louis Everett, University of Texas-El Paso; Paul Racette, NASA; Scott Askew, NASA; Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Belay Demoz; Paul Mogan, NASA

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2007-504: NASA OPPORTUNITIES FOR FACULTY AT MINORITYINSTITUTIONS: REFLECTIONS OF NASA ADMINISTRATOR FELLOWSLouis Everett, University of Texas-El Paso Louis J. Everett is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas El Paso. Dr. Everett is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Texas and has research interests in the use of technology in the classroom. His technical research interests include robotics, machine design, dynamics and control systems. He began his NAFP tenure in 2006 and is presently with the Mobility and Manipulation group at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena California. leverett@utep.edu http://research.utep.edu/pacelabPaul Racette, NASA

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Collaborative & New Efforts in Engineering Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Melany Ciampi; Claudio Brito, Council of Researches in Education and Sciences

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International

Administrative Committee of Education Society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc (IEEE-EdSoc) in USA and Council Member of "International Council for Engineering and Technology Education" (INTERTECH). She was Vice-President of Brazilian Chapter of Education Society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc (IEEE-EdSoc), State Councilor of SBPC - Brazilian Association for the Advancement of Science and Manager of International Relations of SENAC School of Engineering and Technology. She is Member of IGIP (International Society for Engineering Education), SEFI (European Society for Engineering Education), ASEE (American Society for Engineering Education

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Teaching Innovation in Architectural Engineering I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammed Haque, Texas A&M University; Gaurav Shah, Texas A&M University

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Architectural

Technology, a MSCE and a Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, New Jersey. His research interests include fracture mechanics of engineering materials, composite materials and advanced construction materials, computer applications in structural analysis and design, artificial neural network applications, knowledge based expert system developments, application based software developments, and buildings/ infrastructure/ bridges/tunnels inspection and database management systems.Gaurav Shah, Texas A&M University Mr. Gaurav Shah is a graduate student of the Department of Construction Science, Texas A&M University

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The Impact of Curriculum on the Retention of Women Students

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Keathly, University of North Texas; Robert Akl, University of North Texas; Ryan Garlick, University of North Texas

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Women in Engineering

encourage young women to participate inthe program.Evaluation StructureThe summer camp programs were designed to motivate student learning and improve recruitingby including creative problem-solving laboratory experiences, as well as higher education andcareer exploration and planning activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math(STEM) disciplines. The project’s overall goal was to develop summer camp programs thatattract young women into science and engineering disciplines, as well as to implement strategiesoutside the scope of this paper to retain these students once they are in STEM disciplines.The evaluation plan included both formative measures to provide feedback to project developers,and summative assessment to address

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Teaching Strategies in Graphics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fernando Class-Morales, Cessna Aircraft Company; Jim Leake, University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign; Brenton Hall, University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign

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Engineering Design Graphics

principles. However, the curriculum is socrowded that there is little or no room for instruction on the computational tools that can be usedto design and analyze mechanisms. Moreover, instructors often cannot keep pace with the latestvirtual technology software developments.To address this problem, a number of universities are introducing innovative curricula withcomputer-aided design (CAD) modeling and computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis tools tohelp promote a better understanding of engineering basics and fundamentals among students,with the ultimate goal of preparing engineers who can fully integrate computer modeling anddesign with analytical skills.1 Researchers at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at

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An International Perspective

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmen Maldonado, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Tatiana Ramirez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Idalis Vazques, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Alexandra Medina-Borja, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

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Women in Engineering

surrounding businesses topay for their lodging.Status of the UPRM’s College of Engineering in the islandThe UPRM is a highly recognized university in Puerto Rico. Its image comes from being one ofthe best universities specialized in Engineering and Science in the Caribbean. Engineeringgraduates get very competitive job offers from the many pharmaceutical, bio-technology andelectronics companies in the island 7.Having a positive image of the career and university settingis one of the recognized attraction factors into STEM careers. Graduate school is also an optionas all engineering specialties have well-established graduate programs and many prestigiousengineering schools in the continental US come to recruit students, offering full scholarships

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Perspectives for Women Faculty

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrienne Minerick, Mississippi State University; Mara Wasburn, Purdue University; Valarie young, Ohio University

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Women in Engineering

/ 2 College of Technology Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 / 3 Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Ohio University Athens, OH 45701AbstractIncreasingly, women are having or caring for children while in tenure-track faculty positions.This paper focuses on the experiences of pregnant engineering faculty members, usingqualitative data derived from a survey of women faculty who are members of the AmericanSociety for Engineering Education Women in Engineering

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Multimedia Tutorials and Web Development

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anne Donnelly, University of Florida

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Minorities in Engineering

University of Florida (UF) serves as the leadinstitution in partnership with Clemson University (CU) and the University of South Carolina(USC) as primary partners. Secondary partners include the NSF Louis B. Stokes Alliances forMinority Participation (LSAMP) programs in Florida and South Carolina, as well as theUniversity of The Virgin Islands (UVI). To provide opportunities for international exposure,SEAGEP has also developed a collaboration with the Latin American and Caribbean Consortiumof Engineering Institutions (LACCEI). SEAGEP is a comprehensive minority graduate levelprogram offering a variety of support to U.S. citizen or permanent resident students who arepursuing Ph.D. degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM

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K-12 Programs (Co-sponsored by K-12 Division)

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeanne Hubelbank, WPI Evaluation Consulting; Chrysanthe Demetry, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Shelley Errington Nicholson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Stephanie Blaisdell, Independent Consultant; Paula Quinn, Independent Consultant; Elissa Rosenthal, Marketing Research Consultant; Suzanne Sontgerath, Independent Consultant

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Women in Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She co-founded Camp Reach and has co-directed the program from 1997-98 and 2003-present. Her teaching and research interests include use of educational technology, classroom formative assessment, development of intercultural sensitivity, and K-12 engineering outreach. She received the ASM Bradley Stoughton Award for Young Teachers in 2000 and WPI's Trustees' Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2002.Shelley Errington Nicholson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute SHELLEY ERRINGTON NICHOLSON serves as the Director of Women’s Programs at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She has co-directed Camp Reach since 2006. Prior to joining WPI Shelley has worked at several

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New Trends in Engineering Graduate Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Phillip Sanger, Western Carolina University

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Graduate Studies

AC 2007-1260: THE CAROLINAS INNOVATION COLLABORATIVE: ATRANSFORMATIONAL INITIATIVE IN HEALTHCARE AND AGING IN PLACEPhillip Sanger, Western Carolina University Page 12.1393.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 The Carolinas Innovation Collaborative: A Transformational Initiative in Healthcare and Aging in Place*Overview of the SituationIn 2004 the Council on Competitiveness issued its final report on the National InnovationInitiative called “Innovate America.” Clearly America’s focus must change from optimizing andincremental improvements to mobilizing our whole society for innovation. The

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Engineering Without Borders: Programs Involving Students

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Margaret Pinnell, University of Dayton; Eger Bill; Phillip Aaron, University of Dayton; Charles Schreier, University of Dayton

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International

the international technicalimmersion program such that it can serve as a model that can be easily adopted by peerinstitutions (small to mid-size colleges and universities). The ETHOS immersions are ten tosixteen weeks long, during which students work with collaborating organizations to assist infinding appropriate, and effective solutions to technical challenges. Students use theirengineering skills to address real problems, while gaining a better understanding of the interfacebetween technology and global society. Academic credit is incorporated into these immersionswith technical reporting, reflections and presentations delivered upon completion of the program.Pre-immersion course work includes research and engineering fundamentals

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Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Cottrell, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Women in Engineering

AC 2007-2456: OUTREACH INITIATIVE FOR RECRUITING WOMEN TOENGINEERING: DOING A GOOD DEED FOR GIRL SCOUTSDavid Cottrell, University of North Carolina-Charlotte DR. DAVID S. COTTRELL is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1978 and retired in 2000 after more than 22 years of service with the US Army Corps of Engineers. Studies at Texas A&M University resulted in an MS Degree in Civil Engineering in 1987 and a PhD in 1995. He is a registered Professional Engineer and has taught courses in statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, graphic communications, engineering

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NAFP Panel Discussion

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohan Aggarwal, Alabama A&M University; Benjamin Penn, NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center; Ravindra Lal, Alabama A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

the Sciences/National Research Council. At NASA/MSFC he did pioneer work on the effects of radiation on thermal© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 control coatings used for Apollo and other spacecrafts under the leadership NASA/MSFC director Dr. Werner Von Braun. He was selected for one year from 2004 to 2005 as a NASA’s Administrator’s Fellow to work in the Exploration Science and Technology Division of NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center. While at AAMU he was chosen by NASA in 1978 as a principal investigator for a Space Shuttle experiment on the maiden flight of the Spacelab-3 mission in 1985. The crystal growth experiment for growing triglycine

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The Impact of Curriculum on the Retention of Women Students

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rose Marra, University of Missouri; Barbara Bogue, Pennsylvania State University; Kelly Rodgers, University of Missouri; Demei Shen, University of Missouri

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Women in Engineering

AC 2007-124: SELF EFFICACY OF WOMEN ENGINEERING STUDENTS ?THREE YEARS OF DATA AT U.S. INSTITUTIONSRose Marra, University of Missouri ROSE M. MARRA is an Associate Professor in the School of Information Science and Learning Technologies at the University of Missouri. She is PI of the NSF-funded Assessing Women and Men in Engineering (AWE) and Assessing Women In Student Environments (AWISE) projects. Her research interests include gender equity issues, the epistemological development of college students, and promoting meaningful learning in web-based environments.Barbara Bogue, Pennsylvania State University BARBARA BOGUE is Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics and Women in

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Perceptions of Women's Success in STEM

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Catherine Claiborne, University of Washington; Suzanne G. Brainard, University of Washington

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Women in Engineering

, skillgaps, immigration restrictions after September 11, 2001, and growing competition abroad fromcountries that historically supply S&E workers11,12,17,28,. According to the Congressional Page 12.751.2Commission on the Advancement of Women and Minorities in Science, Engineering, andTechnology Development (CAWMSET), the shortage could be avoided “if women,underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities were represented in the U.S. science,engineering, and technology (SET) workforce in parity with their percentages in the totalworkforce population” 7. In 2005 women and underrepresented minorities (African Americans,Hispanics, and

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New Engineering Educators: Tricks of the Trade II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Karen Benitez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Juan Jimenez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Yesenia Cruz, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Marta Rosa, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Alexandra Medina-Borja, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

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New Engineering Educators

tuition in theisland. In fact, more than in other places, since the 1960s, there has been a growing emphasis oneducational attainment to secure better earnings and job opportunities. Strong demand from thelocal market and the continental U.S. for engineers, coupled with the proliferation of colleges,low tuition costs, and generous student aid, have eased the way for high school students intoengineering.Status of the UPRM’s College of Engineering in the island.The UPRM is a highly recognized university in Puerto Rico. Its image comes from being one ofthe best universities specialized in Engineering and Science in the Caribbean. Engineeringgraduates get very competitive job offers from the many pharmaceutical, bio-technology andelectronics

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Farhad Azadivar, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth; Bradley Kramer, Kansas State University

hope is to bringalong the technological innovation to the region and create additional jobs and economicdevelopment for the region.Having these centers owned and controlled by the university, like teaching hospitals that areoperated by medical schools, provides a great opportunity for advancing engineering education.Consequently, it is no surprise that some (though not as many as there should be) colleges ofengineering have taken advantage of this opportunity. These colleges have established aninternal internship program through which engineering students are hired as part-time interns andwork as a full fledged engineers on projects contracted with the industry. Although theadvantages of operating these centers in terms of the quality of