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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Israa Azzam, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Farid Breidi, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette; Faisal Aqlan, University of Louisville

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

. IntroductionCollaboration and teamwork skills play a crucial role in students’ success in STEM fields, asthey enable the resolution of complex challenges and tasks across various disciplines [1]. Theadaptation of collaborative learning environments has been shown to enhance studentengagement and factual knowledge retention [2]. Thus, building the students’ abilities to workeffectively in diverse teams is essential for pursuing careers in STEM, allowing graduates toaddress the multifaceted challenges of the rapidly evolving technological world. To this end,educators have been adapting cutting-edge technological tools, particularly those in the realm ofExtended Reality (XR) [3]. XR encompassing virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), andmixed reality (MR

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dorian Bobbett, University of Michigan; Larkin Martini; Karin Jensen, University of Michigan; Jeanne Sanders, University of Michigan; Mark Vincent Huerta, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

explores approaches to building positive and inclusive learning environments that support the professional growth of students and faculty within engineering education contexts. His research interests include graduate student mentorship, faculty development, mental health and well-being, teamwork and group dynamics, and the design of project-based learning classes. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 NSF RFE Project Update: An exploration of how faculty advising influences doctoral student psychological safety and the impact on work-related outcomesIntroductionFaculty advisors play an integral role in the experiences of graduate students [1]. Advisors

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ERM Technical Session: Developing Engineering Competencies I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Euan Lindsay, Aalborg University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Technical Faculty ofIT and Design (TECH) have included a Competence workshop in the second semester of theirMasters programs – the 8th semester of their studies overall. At this workshop students engagein an active reflection process over which PBL competences they have developed and wish tocommunicate while searching for employment and/or internships [1]. These competences arecaptured in a PBL competency profile, which the students submit for feedback.To assist students in their reflective process they are provided with a PBL competencyframework [2]. This framework is a catalogue of different PBL competences divided in fourareas: problem-oriented, interpersonal, structural and metareflective competences (figure 1).Each of these areas have 12

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Engineering Management Pedagogy: Teaching for Real-World Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Majid Nabavi, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Jena Shafai Asgarpoor, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Engineering Management Division (EMD)

Engineering Management Academic Leaders (CEMAL) and Program Chair and Chair of the Engineering Management Division (EMD) of ASEE. Dr. Asgarpoor is currently serving as President of the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A comparative analysis of student performance outcomes in online and in-person classesAbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic energized a wave for online education that had started a couple ofdecades earlier [1] which has persisted beyond the pandemic. Seventy one percent of studentssurveyed in 2021 reported they would continue at least some form of online learning even post-pandemic [2]. The popularity of

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 2.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward F. Gehringer, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Madhur Dixit, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Kavya Lalbahadur Joshi

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Diversity

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

? AbstractDual-submission homework approaches were developed as a way to foster reflectiveness andmetacognition in students while discouraging academic dishonesty. However, the rise of largelanguage models (LLMs) challenges this approach. This paper examines whether LLMs canreplicate credible reflections and, consequently, compromise the integrity of the dual-submission approach. Experiments were conducted using reflections generated by students andLLMs, analyzed by instructors and teaching assistants, with mixed results. We discussimplications, limitations of current strategies, and potential modifications to maintain academicintegrity in an era of LLMs. 1. IntroductionOver the past decade, dual-submission homework [1] has been developed, first of all

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ENT-8: Mentorship, Creativity, and Ethics in Academic Entrepreneurship

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anne K DeChant, Penn State University Hershey College of Medicine; Erika Swift, The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine; Alyson Grace Eggleston, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Mark Daniel Pacey, Pennsylvania State University

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

solutions that are customer-focused and aligned with existing infrastructure andworkflows.This paper details the structure of the IF mentoring program, showcasing two quantitative andqualitative discovery instruments that are designed to inform continuous programmaticimprovement. Preliminary pre- and post-program data is presented, capturing two cohorts offellows’ perceptions of their competencies in areas such as intellectual property and legal issues,networking, and knowledge of regulatory pathways, where a near two-fold improvement wasobserved.Introduction / BackgroundBased on the I-Corps model implemented at NSF [1] - [3], the Innovation Fellows (IF) Programemploys a multi-level, multi-perspectives approach to entrepreneurial mentoring [4] - [6

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Identity, Motivation & Belonging in Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sophia Vicente, Elizabethtown College; Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College; Kurt M Degoede, Elizabethtown College; Rebecca Holcombe

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

engineering using a Mastery-Based assessment model and design courses and first-year multidisciplinary courses.Rebecca Holcombe ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Exploring Engineering Students’ Learning Experiences After Participating in a Mastery- and Project-Based Learning InterventionIntroduction As calls have increased to promote active learning, project-based learning has beenrecommended as an experiential pedagogical methodology in engineering education to supportthe development of real-world skills among students [1]. Additionally, mastery-based assessmenthas emerged as a grading approach to effectively assess learning in engineering classrooms [2]and for students to reframe

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Technical Session - Case Studies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rockwell Franklin Clancy III, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Qin Zhu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lisa M Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Iris Louella Jenkins, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

four times per semester, approximately once per month, using the skills-based, learner-centered BOPS method. Finally, this paper describes the contents of the workshop, including thecompetencies the workshop aims to cultivate and exercises used to do so. This paper is not meantto be an exhaustive description of either the IREI project or workshop but, rather, a sketch of themotivations for and nature of workshop so far.Background and objectivesNational legislation in the US, such as the America COMPETES Act and, more recently, theCHIPS and Science Act, highlights the importance of research integrity in innovation andcompetitiveness of the US economy [1], [2]. Given federal funding mandates, researchinstitutions have developed interventions and

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Civil Engineering Capstone Showcase

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brad Wambeke, United States Air Force Academy

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

5 (Curriculum) of ABET1 states that the curriculum must include aculminating major engineering design experience that 1) incorporates appropriate engineeringstandards and multiple constraints, and 2) is based on the knowledge and skills acquired inearlier course work. The curriculum must also meet civil engineering program criteria thatinclude designing a system, component, or process in at least two civil engineering contexts.Howe and Wilbarger2 conducted a survey of engineering capstone courses in the United States togain an understanding of how they were structured. Their research found that most capstonecourses contained a mixture of classroom and project components, with an increase in both thevariety and quantity of projects that were

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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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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex Shaffer, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Raluca Ilie, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

in helping students build a physical intuition regardingelectromagnetism.Several studies have explored the use of AR for instruction, particularly to teach E&M concepts.For instance, it has been shown that AR provided students with a better understanding ofFleming’s rule than traditional 2D techniques [1]. Existing work demonstrates the ability torender real-time magnetic field lines of magnetic dipoles in a 2D plane using AR [2]. This wasexpanded on through the development of a 3D AR visualization tool for magnetic dipoles, tracingmagnetic field lines with a modified version of the Euler forward algorithm described below [3].While these studies explored the use of AR to help visualize electromagnetic concepts, the workpresented in this

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farha Jahan, Ohio Northern University; Heath Joseph LeBlanc, Ohio Northern University

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

, offering a practical and engaging approach to teaching linked lists.1 IntroductionMiss Lily, a kindergarten teacher, wants to create a colorful Play-Doh train where each car can beeasily added or removed without disrupting the others. This playful scenario mirrors afundamental concept in computer science: linked lists. Linked lists are dynamic data structuresthat store data in interconnected nodes. They play a crucial role in various computer scienceapplications, from managing memory allocation to implementing complex algorithms. However,students often struggle with understanding linked lists due to their abstract nature and thechallenge of visualizing their structure and manipulation.This challenge is particularly pronounced in

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ria Madan, Texas A&M University; Hadear Ibrahim Hassan, Texas A&M University; M Cynthia Hipwell, Texas A&M University; Astrid Layton, Texas A&M University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

in an original direction, alsoknown as a venture, at a profit. Entrepreneurial success has been repeatedly tied to economicgrowth [1] and positive social change [2]. As entrepreneurs often take significant financial risksto get started and their success can benefit so many, understanding how to support their successas much as possible is critical. An entrepreneur’s ability to build and sustain their network is animportant element of their success, as networking ability has been shown to positively affect thefinancial performance of new ventures [3] and the ability to attract larger institutional investors[4]. This connection has been found to be the most pronounced for younger ventures [3]. Certainnetworking strategies, such as consciously

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pilar Gonzalez, University of Texas at El Paso; Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso; Song An, University of Texas at El Paso; Karime H Smith, University of Texas at El Paso

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, Karime H. Smith, Dr. William H. Robertson, Dr. Song An Teacher Education Department University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Benjamin C. Flores Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Cristina Villalobos School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyIntroductionThis poster represents two different yet essential topics related to Latinos or Hispanics as theyobtain STEM degrees. Latinos are the largest minority group in the United States [1

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mahmud Hasan, University of Houston - Downtown

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

when it leaks from a tank.This analysis will help teaching students how to address chemical spills and evacuate nearbyneighborhoods in a prompt manner. The author is not aware of any study related to chemicalspill and wind speed effects using an inexpensive software to prepare students in classrooms ortrainees in workplaces to control chemical spills.Keywords: Propylene, Fire ball, Explosion pressure, Wind Speed, Computer Simulation,Emergency.1. Introduction: Due to rapid demand of energy, operators and suppliers are facing new challenges toaddress this energy demand [1]. The major phases of petroleum productions and sells includestoring and transporting [2]. Chemical leak from tank can happen for so many reasons includingbut not limited

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin L Hess, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Nicholas D. Fila, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Andrew O. Brightman, urdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Alison J Kerr, Colorado School of Mines; Sowmya Panuganti, Purdue Engineering Education; Tyler A Ramsey, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

context and discipline, as dostrategies for promoting ethical formation. For example, Davis and Feinerman [1] suggested thatengineering ethics codes and standards ought to be emphasized in engineering ethics instruction,particularly when striving to prepare engineering students for future engineering practice.Conversely, in science and engineering research, CITI training is often the primary approach toethics training [2]. Accordingly, these two modalities of instruction may be viewed as primaryvehicles for ethical formation in ethical engineering practice and ethical engineering research,respectively.As a result of the complexity of ethics and its potential for variation by discipline, frameworksintended to operationalize ethics, writ broadly

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) GIFTS Session 2: Foundational Skills in the First-Year Engineering Classroom

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Thomas Garnett, Auburn University; Lucila Marcela Carias Duron, Auburn University; Maria Lujan Auad, Auburn University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

the course, a survey was sent out toengineering first-year students who completed ENGR 1100 to find out what engineeringcompetencies they felt strongest and weakest in and what topics could be implemented to suit first-year engineering students better. 71% of students responded to the survey that their weakestengineering competency was technical communication. Technical communication is a key skill that students across many disciplines should beexposed to throughout their undergraduate and graduate careers. Engineers must communicatetheir designs and findings effectively to their teams, bosses, companies, and/or funding agencies[1]. A lapse in engineering communication can lead to detrimental consequences, such as thecollapse of the

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ECE-Circuit Courses: Instructional Innovations and Student Success

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

through hands-on learning to research projects, withmany reporting increased interest in pursuing careers or further research in embedded systemsdesign. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of integrating PCB (Printed CircuitBoard) design, system debugging, and industry collaboration into the embedded systemscurriculum to maximize student learning outcomes. As the demand for embedded systemsengineers continues to grow, equipping students with practical, hands-on experiences throughtools like the MISL-ASE board is crucial for preparing the next generation of engineers. 1. Introduction The field of embedded systems plays a pivotal role in the development of modern electronicand computer technologies. With applications spanning from

Conference Session

MATH - Works in Progress for Mathematics Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ann W. Clifton, Louisiana Tech University; Mary Fendley, Louisiana Tech University; Blake Farman, Louisiana Tech University; Joshua Coriell, Louisiana Tech University

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

engineering.IntroductionThe author has observed that many engineering majors perceive the calculus sequence as ahindrance to their true interests in engineering. This perception is puzzling, given that calculus isa foundational component of any engineering curriculum. However, there is evidence supportingthe author’s observation that the way calculus is traditionally taught does not always align withthe motivations of engineering students [1]. These students are often more responsive toinstruction that emphasizes real-world relevance and concrete problem-solving, rather thanabstract theory. A lack of such practical emphasis in mathematics courses has been identified as afactor contributing to student attrition in engineering programs [1]. In response, the author

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Marginalization, Identity, and Student Development (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 9)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Haiying Long, University of Kansas; Stephen Secules, Florida International University; Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University

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Diversity

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

statusstudents. While broadening participation often focuses on cultural marginalization of thesestudent groups, there are other broader structural issues and life circumstances that affect theireducational access and outcomes. In general, and in this study, we aim to further establish howBlack, Latinx, and lower socioeconomic status students are more likely to study part-time, beolder, be a parent, and support others while attending school—in short, they are more likely to be“post-traditional” students. While higher education literature has interrogated these post-traditional student categories more thoroughly, engineering education has done less to establishand interrogate this intersection.More specifically, in this study, we focus on 1) classifying

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 7: Teams that Work - Collaboration and Project-Based Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph B Herzog, University of Indianapolis; Joan Martinez, University of Indianapolis; Brett Leonard, University of Indianapolis; Patricia Snell Herzog, Indiana University Indianapolis; Amy Foley, University of Indianapolis; Stephen J Spicklemire, University of Indianapolis; Joan Matutes, University of Washington

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

a large metropolitan area.Program Goals: A primary goal of the program was to improve student retention by providingstudents with social belonging, a key aspect of the retention process. The expectation is that thepeer mentoring program facilitates a community context in which first-year students can gain asense of belonging. Peer mentoring can have bidirectional benefits for students.Program Details: Since Fall 2022, a peer mentoring program has been implemented in threeacademic years: Program Year 1 (2022-2023), Program Year 2 (2023-2024), Program Year 3(2024-2025). All first-year students are required to participate in the peer mentor program. Eachpeer mentor is assigned to approximately 10 first-year students. The mentors meet and

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Systemic and Policy Issues affecting Women Engineers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico (ITESM); Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile (UNAB); Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico; Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

varied perspectives and experiences enhance creativity anddrive meaningful innovation. Through its initiatives, WIED is committed to promotingdiversity, equity, and inclusion while addressing critical challenges such as recruitment,retention, persistence, and graduation within engineering, engineering technology, and relatedfields. The Division also welcomes allies who share their mission, emphasizing theimportance of collective efforts to advance gender equity [1].Despite significant progress in scholarships over the past decade, further analysis is needed tounderstand trends and guide future efforts effectively. This study systematically mapsresearch published in the WIED proceedings from 2015 to 2024 to address these questions.By identifying

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Inspiring Future Engineers: Targeted Summer Programs for Diverse STEM Pathways

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Federica Aveta, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Afsaneh Ghanavati, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Pilin Junsangsri, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

(BLS) projects that occupations in Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) will grow by 10.4% from 2023 to 2032, significantlyoutpacing the 3.6% growth expected for non-STEM occupations [1]. The technology sectorremains a key driver of this expansion, fueled by advancements and the demand for innovationacross industries. Therefore, in response to the growing need for a larger and more diverse poolof STEM professionals—including educators, researchers, and practitioners—governments andeducational institutions continue to prioritize STEM education [2]. Data from the NationalCenter for Education Statistics (NCES) highlights a 15% increase in STEM major enrollmentover the past five years, with 2024 showing a notable rise in

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GSD 4: Stressors and Supports

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Jane Bork, University of Georgia; Karin Jensen, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

engineeringprograms often have varied experiences that may not translate to graduate students in otherdisciplines, such as humanities or professional programs (e.g., law programs). Of the surveys thatexist, many struggle to capture (1) graduate student specific experiences, (2) discipline-specificexperiences, or (3) both. While this may be a result of valid concerns with survey length,respective survey fatigue, or scope in the initial instrument development, the reality is that manyof the surveys developed often omit aspects core to engineering graduate students’ mental healthexperiences.Purpose: This study seeks to address the call to support the mental health and overall well-beingof graduate students by designing and validating a survey instrument to

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiahao Yu, Purdue University; Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); John H. Mott, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

before fueling or aircraft departure.Misfuelling usually occurs in the General Aviation (GA) sector, where smaller aircraft may useeither jet fuel or Aviation Gasoline (Avgas), which cannot be identified by the overallappearance of the aircraft [1]. The example in this study investigates the occurrence of pastmisfuelling events using Bayesian inference, discusses current preventative practices, includingplacarding, education, etc., and emphasizes the importance of robust education after theintegration of new fuels. Past accidents and incidents are grouped into three-year intervals.Bayesian inference is used to generate the probability density distribution of past misfuellingevents. When new data on misfuelling becomes available as SAF becomes

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roberto Patricio Carú, Universidad Andres Bello; Juan Felipe Calderón, Universidad Andres Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

parameters.Appendix 4 details the performance of the Gemini, ChatGPT, and Perplexity AI tools in thesetasks, providing practical examples of their capabilities. Through a mixed-methodology approachthat includes a literature review, case studies, and practical experimentation, this researchexplores how AI can optimize these areas and develops a theoretical and practical frameworkthat guides its effective and ethical implementation.Research ObjectivesThe primary purpose of this study is to explore and assess the impact of Artificial Intelligence(AI) on the management and operation of Information Systems (IS) within educational andbusiness environments. Specifically, the research aims to:1. Evaluate how AI can improve operational efficiency in information

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Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Innovations

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kate Mercer, University of Waterloo; Jennifer Howcroft, University of Waterloo; Sean Rose, University of Waterloo

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Diversity

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

students to learn howto engage with stakeholders can be challenging with only a few case studies published in thisarea. In Fall 2023, a novel student-stakeholder interaction model was implemented as theBiomedical Stakeholder Café, with a successful second iteration in Fall 2024. The paper presents(1) an overview of key improvements to the stakeholder café interaction model and (2) ananalysis of student and stakeholder perspectives of the café experience in Fall 2024 compared toFall 2023.Key improvements implemented in Fall 2024 include changes to timing and number ofconversations, increased communication of expectations to stakeholders, and integrating a noveladaptation to the Relevance, Authority, Date, Appearance, and Reason (RADAR) framework

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GSD 3: Pedagogy and Curriculum

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

and abroad. However, thedisciplinary training that earns most faculty their graduate degrees infrequently includespedagogical preparation for serving as instructors in academia. Instead, the institutions primarilytasked with producing graduate-trained science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) professionals primarily focus heavily on scholarly output and research productivity.While such research endeavors are critical, the role of graduate students as educators cannot beignored, particularly since many of those who complete their graduate training will securefaculty positions at institutions with different teaching and research expectations than the oftenresearch-centric institutions where they were trained [1, 2]. Instead, the

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Tech Session 2: Course-Level Innovations in Environmental Engineering: Projects, Case Studies, and Social Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Annesh Borthakur, Saint Louis University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

. Marginalizedcommunities, often based on race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status, are disproportionatelyexposed to higher levels of environmental hazards such as pollution, toxic waste, and lack ofaccess to clean resources [1]. These communities frequently bear a heavier burden of negativeenvironmental consequences than more affluent or privileged communities, resulting insignificant disparities in health outcomes and quality of life. This inequitable distribution ofenvironmental risks and benefits is not accidental but rather the result of systemic factors,including discriminatory policies, practices, and societal biases [2], [3]. The environmentaljustice movement emerged in response to this injustice, advocating for the equitable distributionof environmental

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Engineering Education Methods and Reflections

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qiuxing Chen, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Student Division (STDT)

thoroughreviews of the literature; in which two are most recognized: systematic and scoping literaturereviews. These two methods are particularly useful forms of reviewing what is already writtenand known about the topic, identifying research gaps, and in some cases, and analyzing existingliterature. Scoping Reviews and Systematic Literature Reviews are similar and different in theirown ways. For example, a scoping review may be utilized for understanding the “breadth” of aresearch topic, but a systematic literature review may be utilized for understanding the “depth”and appraise the literature of a topic [1]. Both of these literature reviews are helpful for noviceresearchers when they are beginning a project or want to explore the potential of a

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ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melinda Holtzman, Portland State University; Branimir Pejcinovic, Portland State University; Andrew Greenberg, Portland State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

: 1) in their sophomore cornerstone course vs. senior capstone course, and 2) in their senior capstone course before and after introduction of the cornerstone course.II. Background on capstone and cornerstone courses A. CapstoneEvery senior in the ECE department at Portland State University must do an industry-basedsenior capstone project [1], as is also required by ABET. The purpose of these projects is to givestudents the opportunity to: (i) apply their knowledge to solving real-world problems, (ii) gainexperience working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and (iii) become actively involved in acompany or other community organization. Students are expected to practice a systematic andthorough design methodology, do detailed and