Conference Session

NSF Grantees: Identity

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Seoyeon Park, Texas A&M University; Rebecca A. Atadero, Colorado State University; Anne Marie Aramati Casper, Colorado State University; Karen E. Rambo-Hernandez, Texas A&M University; Jody Paul, Metropolitan State University of Denver; Melissa Lynn Morris, University of Nevada - Las Vegas; Christopher Douglas Griffin, West Virginia University; Ronald R. DeLyser, University of Denver; Christina Paguyo, University of Denver; Scott T. Leutenegger, University of Denver

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

the same college) andmay be considered similar by some. This project has exposed significant differences in howengineering and computer science majors think about their career trajectories. These differenceshave led to modifications in data collection and the need to carefully consider the applicability ofclassroom activities. Our poster will highlight how we have adapted our data collection methodsto be relevant to both engineering and computer science classes. For example, the primarypurpose of the grant is to develop inclusive professional identities. While those pursuing anengineering degree generally have a clear objective of becoming a “practicing engineer,” there isno single collective term applicable to the professional careers

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Springfield's STEM Spectacle: Evaluating Engineering Excellence, D'oh!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward Collins, Non-profit; Rochelle L Williams, Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

,opportunities for economic mobility. However, there is a pressing need to attractunderrepresented minority and first-generation college students to STEM disciplines, as currentrepresentation from these groups remains low [1]. An obstacle to the production of STEMgraduates in the United States is the challenge to develop students' interest in math and science[2]. In many K–12 systems, there is a disconnect between math, science, and other disciplines, tothe real world and students often fail to recognize the links between their studies and potentialSTEM careers [2].One way to foster students' interest in math and science is to use informal learning to connectthese subjects to real-world contexts and careers [2]. By engaging students and teachers

Collection

2024 South East Section Meeting

Authors

Saeed D. Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University; Lillian Marie Hardin

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Diversity

join EVP, as there are diverse majors throughout, and students learnthrough hands-on experience and guidance from current members.IntroductionDuring the late 1990s to early 2000s institutions saw a significant decrease in the number ofundergraduate students majoring in the STEM fields that focus on Science, Technology,Engineering, and Math. Among those who started pursuing a STEM degree, less than halfreceived one [1]. Researchers have been looking at why this happens, focusing on both studenttraits and the college environment. Research suggests that to keep students interested in STEM,they need help in four areas: figuring out their career goals, setting realistic expectations,overcoming challenges, and building a support network [1]. The EVP

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Track 4: Technical Session 3: Considerations for assessment, evaluation, and continuous improvement of a pre-college STEM summer program for promising Black high school students

Collection

2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Jesika Monet McDaniel, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Cynthia Hampton Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kim Lester, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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CoNECD Paper Sessions, Diversity

participants being on campus, a week one activity surveyconducted at the end of the first week; a week two activity survey conducted at theclosing session; and a post focus group that occurred within the last 24-48 hours of theparticipants being on campus. The week one and week two activity surveys are meant tocapture the interactive hands-on and informational activities students experience duringthe first and second weeks.Additionally, pre and post-surveys use measures following the F-PIPES (Fit of PersonalInterests and Perceptions of Engineering) [8] instrument, which measures perceptions ofengineering. The STEM-CIS (STEM Career Interest Survey) [9] tool measures self-efficacy and interest in STEM classes and careers. The post-surveys include

Conference Session

Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Technical Session 10: Broadening Participation in P12

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Natasha Wilkerson, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

adecline in interest in STEM starting at age 11 [2]. A look at gender differences found that middleschool girls are much less likely to report interest in a STEM career than boys [3]. To counteractthis decline in interest, researchers have found a link between consistent engagement in anafterschool STEM program with an improved interest in STEM [3] [4]. However, attendance inan out-of-school (OST) program is often sporadic [5], and the duration of programs varieswidely [6]. Further investigation is needed on the amount of exposure to OST STEM as apredictor of interest in STEM, with gender as a moderator. This study explores this relationshipby examining a middle school STEM afterschool program serving a traditionallyunderrepresented group, low

Conference Session

Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 6

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bryce E. Hughes, Montana State University; Emmanuel Tetteh Teye, Montana State University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Paper ID #43997Queer and Engineer? Exploring Science and Engineering Identity amongLGBTQ PeopleDr. Bryce E. Hughes, Montana State University Bryce E. Hughes is an Associate Professor in Adult and Higher Education at Montana State University. His research interests encompass diversity and equity in engineering education, with a focus on LGBTQ students. He was recently awarded an NSF CAREER grant to study the experiences of LGBTQ undergraduates in STEM fields. He holds a Ph.D. in education from the University of California, Los Angeles, an M.A. in student development administration from Seattle University, and a B.S. in general

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Technical Session 4

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Paz Gwynn, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Maria Elena Truyol, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

disciplines at a private Chilean university. A validated questionnaire wasadministered, incorporating a series of entrepreneurial competencies outlined by the EuropeanUnion within three areas: (a) ideas and opportunities, (b) resources, and (c) taking action.Additionally, this questionnaire includes a section addressing various aspects of entrepreneurialprojects: self-efficacy, intention, career choice, and motivation. Statistical methods wereemployed to analyze the questionnaire responses. The results allow us to highlight strongstatistically significant correlations between areas associated with entrepreneurial competenciesand the dimension of entrepreneurial intention related to the effective creation of anentrepreneurial project. Furthermore, it

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lilianny Virgüez, University of Florida; Debarati Basu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Gloria J. Kim, University of Florida; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

multidisciplinary introduction to electricalengineering course. Through quantitative analysis and the administration of an existing validatedsurvey instrument, we aim to explore students' exposure to semiconductors-related topics andpotential correlations between exposure, motivation, and demographic variables, includinggender, class standing, and majors.The instrument was administered to a cohort of 255 students enrolled in “Elements of ElectricalEngineering,” a multidisciplinary course covering the fundamentals of electrical engineering.Preliminary data indicates that only 9% of the students in this cohort have taken a class aboutsemiconductors and only 3% have some interest in pursuing a career in the semiconductors field.The results of this analysis

Conference Session

Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Mostafa Batouli, The Citadel; Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Nahid Vesali P.E., The Citadel

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Diversity, Professional Papers

affiliation, and project titles (referredto as KEEN cards), was systematically gathered for each year in the study period.To identify and categorize trends, KEEN cards were classified into six primary categories basedon project focus: Technical Problem-Solving, Interdisciplinary Applications, Societal Impacts,Diversity and Inclusion, Career Development, and Sustainability. These classifications wereinformed by project descriptions and KEEN’s thematic focus on fostering an entrepreneurialmindset. Workshop data, indicating the specific development programs fellows attended toqualify as KEEN Fellows, were also collected and analyzed to determine which workshopsyielded the highest number of fellows across disciplines and years.Quantitative analyses

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Track 1: Technical Session 2: Unlocking Innovation: Empowering Underrepresented Entrepreneurs in Interdisciplinary Engineering Technology

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Teddy Ivanitzki, American Society for Engineering Education; Elsabeth Mekonnen

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

disabilities, African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives and Pacific Islanders, first-generation college students, and veterans to participate in research and entrepreneurial activities at NSF SBIR/STTR Phase II companies. • To select and support entrepreneurially minded, early career STEM doctorates, across the range of NSF-defined disciplines, with additional, educational & research opportunities outside of the traditional academic setting, to further their careers, enhance diversity in SMB, and accelerate the U.S. national economy. • To catalyze the collaboration between early career, STEM doctoral degree holders from underserved backgrounds, and in high-tech, small business enterprises, through

Conference Session

Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Technical Session 8: Assessment, Framworks, Standards, Oh My!

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Greg J. Strimel, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Amy Evans Sabarre; Tanner J. Huffman, The College of New Jersey

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Education, and director of the center for excellence in STEM education in the School of Engineering at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 P-12 Engineering Performance Matrices Where did They Come from and How can They be Used? (Research to Practice)IntroductionTo help remove barriers to engineering career pathways, foster a sense of belonging in the field,develop important skills for student success in any career they may choose, and ultimately createa transformed engineering workforce that can better serve the whole of society, it can be criticalto act early in the educational experiences provided

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division (FYP) - WIPS 2: Advising & Mentoring

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sophia T. Santillan, Duke University; Linda P. Franzoni, Duke University; Stacy L. Tantum, Duke University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

network of university resources, and guide students in the exploration and selection of amajor and career direction.360 Coaching builds on the Advising-as-Teaching learner-centered approach to advising atNorthwestern University’s McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science [4], andsimilarly aims to leverage a naturally developing community within our first-semesterengineering design course, EGR 101L – Engineering Design and Communication. While manyof our 360 Coaches are involved with our first-semester design course as either an instructor or adesign team technical mentor, this is not universally true; some of our 360 Coaches are notinvolved in our first-semester course. This is a distinction between our 360 Coaching programand

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Eleazar Marquez, Rice University; Samuel Garcia Jr., NASA EPDC

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

their white counterparts in attaining STEM degrees. According to the National Science Board,from 2000 and 2015, the number of science and engineering degrees awarded to Hispanic studentshas increased from 7% to 13% compared to 61% awarded white students [3]. These trendssignificantly impact the professional and career trajectories of students and limit the diversificationof the STEM workforce. For example, according to Pew Research Center Black and Hispanicgroups continue to be underrepresented in STEM fields [4]. Today the Black communitycompromises 9% of all STEM workers, while 7% of the total STEM population is represented bythe Hispanic community. Moreover, The Pew Research Center studied perceived reasons whywomen Blacks, and Hispanics are

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Elizabeth A. Adams, Fresno City College; Carol Haden, Magnolia Consulting, LLC; Claire L. A. Dancz, Clemson University; Yushin Ahn, California State University at Fresno; Karen Willis, Fresno City College

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #32798Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(S-STEM) Engineering Scholars Program at a Two-Year College: Prelimi-naryInterventions and OutcomesDr. Elizabeth A. Adams, Fresno City College Dr. Elizabeth Adams teaches full time as an Engineering Faculty member at Fresno City College in Fresno, California. She a civil engineer with a background in infrastructure design and management, and project management. Her consulting experience spanned eight years and included extensive work with the US military in Japan, Korea, and Hawaii. In 2008 Elizabeth shifted the focus of her career to education

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Michael Jason Babcock, Whatcom Community College; Tommaso Alessandro Vannelli, Whatcom Community College; Dan Hanley, Western Washington University; Eric Davishahl, Whatcom Community College

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

(15.2%) compared to enrollment patterns in the general student population (21.7%). Disparitiesin enrollment are partnered with inequitable rates of course completion, with historicallyunderserved students completing 71% of these courses with a grade of C or better, compared toan 82% course success rate for their peers. These demographics mirror national demographictrends that indicate student access to degree and career opportunities in STEM offered by twoyear colleges disproportionately favors students who identify with hegemonic norms in STEM[2],[3]. The SEECRS project represents one institutions attempts at designing programming todismantle structures that reproduce these disparities.Beginning in 2018, Whatcom Community College started

Conference Session

Military and Veterans Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Joseph Peter Kosteczko, Old Dominion University; Katherine Smith, Old Dominion University; Jessica Johnson; Rafael Diaz

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans

sup- ply chain management, data analytics, logistics, production planning, lean manufacturing systems, and the intersection between operations management and information and technology. More specifically, his research seeks to innovate and improve operational performance using data analytics and IoT technology at manufacturing and supply chain levels. He is also particularly interested in supply chain resiliency, co- ordination issues, and real-time analytics-based decision making. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Diaz worked for seven years as a process engineer and management consultant in the international consulting arena. American c Society for

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Student Success & Development - Focus on Mentoring

Collection

2017 FYEE Conference

Authors

Kevin Joseph Lindsay, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Diversity, FYEE Division - Paper Submission

Carolina engineering technology, and construction managementat Charlotte’s William States Lee College of Engineering. students in the pursuit of their educational and career goals.Although the MAPS program was originally developed The program utilizes the talents and leadership of College ofand implemented through National Science Foundation Engineering upper class students to engage, direct, and(NSF) funding more than two decades ago, it is now fully support freshmen, transfer, and continuing students, new tofunded by the University as a key component of the the pursuit of an engineering or engineering technologySouthern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) degree. The MAPS program is comprised of

Conference Session

Gender Track - Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Tim John Weston, University of Colorado, Boulder; Wendy DuBow, National Center for Women & IT; Alexis Kaminsky, Kaminsky Consulting, LLC

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Diversity, Gender

high school and then considerpursuing a technology-related field in college. In the place of longitudinal data, researchers haveoften relied upon one-time measures meant to predict persistence with no follow-up evidence ofhow students’ intentions actually played out. In our study we examined how survey responses byhigh school girls predicted persistence three years later defined as being tech and computerscience majors [or minors] in college. We also examined other factors that may be influential inthat choice of major. A number of studies exploring field persistence from education to career have used theSocial Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) model which holds that personal, behavioral, andenvironmental factors play a role in career decision

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robin Andreasen, University of Delaware; Heather Walling Doty, University of Delaware; L. Pamela Cook, University of Delaware

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

withsystematized and readily accessible data on UD faculty diversity and satisfaction. Productsinclude up-to-date demographic data on representation, retention, promotion, etc.; a biannualfaculty climate survey and report; faculty exit interviews; faculty satisfaction interviews; andassociated social science research products.A second type of structural change that we employ focuses on institutional policies, procedures,and practices that effect faculty satisfaction and professional success. Examples include, but arenot limited to, P&T, mentoring, and family friendly policies such as stop-the-clock, dual career,and parental leave. Practices and policies are reviewed for clarity and equity; we developresources to increase their transparency; and, we

Conference Session

Motivation

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Jackson, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Nathan Mentzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Jiawei Zhang, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Rebecca Kramer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

in stretchable electronics, responsive material actuators, soft material manufacturing, and soft-bodied control. Dr. Kramer serves as an Associate Editor and Editorial Board member of Frontiers in Robotics and AI: Soft Robotics. She is the recipient of the NSF CAREER Award, the NASA Early Career Faculty Award, the AFOSR Young Investigator Award, the ONR Young Investigator Award, and was named to the 2015 Forbes 30 under 30 list. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Enhancing Student Motivation and Self-Efficacy Through Soft Robot DesignAbstractThis research paper evaluates student perceptual changes in engineering motivation and self

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed M. El-Sherbeeny, King Saud University; Hamed Dhafi Alsharari, Saudi Elecrtonic University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

), its first mixed-gender university [1]; its firstpublic women-only and the world's largest university for women, Princess Nora bintAbdulrahman University (PNU) [2]; and its first private women-only university, EffatUniversity [3]. In view of these initiatives, this paper serves as an extension of a previous study thathighlights the need in the kingdom for the participation of females in engineering highereducation [4]. The authors here present and justify engineering specializations where females areexpected to be most successful from both academic and career perspectives. First, an overview ispresented regarding the involvement of women in engineering higher education and the jobmarket in select countries. This is subsequently followed

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Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Hug, Colorado Evaluation & Research Consulting

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

students receive information indicating they are not right for STEM fromthose in their network with power, they are more likely to leave the field [12,13]. Research incomputing has shown how bias can influence whom identifies with computing careers andacademic pathways—indicating those who resemble the majority in the STEM fields (e.g.,Caucasian and Asian males) are more likely to receive feedback that they are right for the field,while others have interactions that indicate they may be more suited for another field.We view identities as fluid, and developed in interaction with others. Lave and Wenger’s [8]concept of communities of practice is also useful for considering how individuals who are part ofcollective practice can shape one another’s

Conference Session

STEM Issues

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

, andconclusions and next steps for the expanded use and further curriculum development at thesecondary level.Introduction and Background It is widely recognized there is a significant lack of understanding and desire to pursuecareers that involve science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by a large part ofthe population in the US today. This directly translates to many students at the primary andsecondary educational levels often avoiding the consideration of STEM-related careers aftergraduation or even opportunities to further their knowledge in advanced mathematics and sciencewhile still in school. To ensure that the United States remains competitive on a global scale, it isimportant that this trend be changed. One way to do this

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John M. Mativo, University of Georgia; Uduak Z. George, San Diego State University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

aspiring to be engineers, following the same career path astheir mothers. Could there be a subtle but real influence at home that mothers did not recognize?In a future study, authors intend to compare these results to those of other professions.3.6 System dynamics approach to studying women engineering professionalsThe Authors were intrigued by the survey findings and then proceeded to ask the question “whatcharacteristics lead a female individual to pursue a degree in STEM field or engineering inparticular?” And “why do women engineers have a high percentage of daughters aspiring to beengineers?” We explored possible answers to the question by using a system dynamics (SD)modeling approach. This modeling approach allows us to capture the

Conference Session

Chemical Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

D. Jake Follmer, The Pennsylvania State University - University Park; Sarah E. Zappe, The Pennsylvania State University - University Park; Esther Gomez, The Pennsylvania State University - University Park; Manish Kumar, The Pennsylvania State University

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering

underrepresented students in research-based experiences, and clarification or refinement ofeducational and career goals, as examples 1, 8.In an evaluation of an REU program, Bielefeldt observed significant gains in several key skillareas, including knowledge of research and graduate student funding, knowledge of researchdesign, and knowledge of research methods 2. Students who had limited experience with researchprior to participation in the REU program evidenced greater gains in skill development in areasrelated to research 2. Similarly, in prior research, Lopatto found evidence of several benefits ofundergraduate research, including improved understanding of the research process, facility withlaboratory and related techniques, and enhancement of

Conference Session

Faculty Unite! Effective Ways for Educators to Collaborate Successfully

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gouranga Banik, Oklahoma State University

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Diversity

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New Engineering Educators

classroom management problems and students with abewildering assortment of academic and personal problems, doing what it takes to learn aboutand integrate into the campus culture, and finding the time to do all that and still have a personallife (Adam et al. 2008, Felder et al. 2012; Kember and Kwan 2000). It becomes more challengingto get established when the department or the college does not have the adequate resources tosupport the new faculty, and lacks a formal faculty development and mentoring program oncampus. There are some tricks of the trade—what I have learned from the literature and from mypersonal experience that will be shared in this article so that new E and ET faculty become moresuccessful in their careers. Some of the key issues

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 8: Project-based Learning and Cornerstone Courses

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zheng, Jackson State University; Yanhua Cao, Jackson State University; Jianjun Yin, Jackson State University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

0.95 3.83 0.98 0.05 0.2710.Confident dealing with problems 3.77 0.99 3.88 0.83 0.14 0.7511. Adopting engineering approach 3.27 1.21 3.00 1.18 -0.23 -1.2812. Wish to be engineering major 2.84 1.53 2.35 1.42 -0.35 -1.9313. Professional identity 2.64 1.40 2.51 1.43 -0.09 -0.5414. Career identity 1 2.44 1.49 2.14 1.39 -0.21 -1.1715. Interests in opinion for engineers 2.64 1.44 2.35 1.38 -0.21 -1.2016. Belong to engineering

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International Division Technical Session 8

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maria Claudia Alves, Texas A&M University

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International

experiences to help their graduates excel in their future workenvironment” [1]. Despite this need, only few students are able to or willing to have a studyabroad experience. The 2013 Open Doors report from the Institute for International Educationshows that nationally only 3.9% of engineering students studied abroad during theirundergraduate career [2]. In addition, despite the growing awareness of the benefits of studyabroad by students, the challenges preventing students from studying abroad are numerous andcomplex [2]. According to the IIE Generation Study Abroad White Paper Series, the primarychallenges for many U.S. students can be grouped into to three overarching categories: cost,curriculum and culture [2] .This paper contributes to the body

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Research Methods I: Developing Research Tools and Methods

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Thomas, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Nicole M. Colston, Oklahoma State University; Tyler Ley P.E., Oklahoma State University; Beverly DeVore-Wedding, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Leslie R. Hawley, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Juliana Utley, Oklahoma State University; Toni Ivey, Oklahoma State University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

materials engineer to develop a an efficient model for STEM career education. Thomas has been active in professional associations such as the School Science and Mathematics Association (SSMA-Past Executive Director and the Council for Elementary Children International (CESI-Retiring President).Dr. Nicole M. Colston, Oklahoma State University Nicole M. Colston is currently an NSF Science, Engineering, and Education for Sustainability (SEES) Fellow. Her interests in K-12 engineering education include engineer role models and early-aged ca- reer awareness. Her current work focuses on blending informal and formal engineering education in the context of climate adaptation and resiliency in rural communities.Prof. Tyler Ley

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Minorities in Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary R. Anderson-Rowland, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

, especially women and underrepresented minority students, and her research in the areas of recruitment and retention. A SWE Fellow and ASEE Fellow, she is a frequent speaker on career opportunities and diversity in engineering. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Understanding How the 4.0 Guaranteed Plan WorksAbstractFor many students, a good college experience requires more than can be found in just theclassroom. Some student groups such as female, underrepresented minority, transfer students, orthose with unmet financial need can do very well in a college or university with just a littleencouragement and help. In fact, the National Science Foundation has been supportingscholarship